North Carolina Chefs Share Their Favorite Fall DrinksChef and TV personality Vivian Howard and other culinary experts share their favorite fall drinks – beers, wines and ciders – and where to find them.Read more »
See Where Masterminds Was Filmed and Dine Like a StarMasterminds brings big stars and big laughs. Take your experience to the next level by visiting the Asheville area where the movie was filmed.Read more »
Celebrate Fall at Colorful Events Across North CarolinaShow-stopping foliage, spirited music and irresistible fare add color and texture to fall in North Carolina.Read more »
10 Beautiful Places to Visit Across North CarolinaThere are countless natural wonders in North Carolina, and you have to look no further than the beauty of our state and national parks, from spring to fall.Read more »
Shadow of the Bear, a One-of-a-Kind Fall ExperienceEach fall, the side of Highway 64 near Cashiers becomes a location for one of the most unique leaf-looking experiences in the country.Read more »
10 Lesser Known Autumn Adventures in North CarolinaSoak up North Carolina’s stunning fall color in our overlooked wild places, from the mountains to the Piedmont to the Inner Coastal Plain.Read more »
From Brevard to the Outer Banks: Choose Your AdventuresPlanning a trip to North Carolina’s outdoor adventures is easy, whether you’re visiting Brevard in the Blue Ridge Mountains or on the Outer Banks of the coast.Read more »
12 Seasonal Beers That Will Make You Happy It’s FallSeveral of #NCBeer’s leading minds on craft brews share which seasonal beers they’re most looking forward to enjoying this fall – and why you will, too.Read more »
Festivals, Ghost Tours and Gem Mining in the MountainsPlan a weekend of fun and adventures in the North Carolina mountain town of Franklin, where fall foliage, events and a charming downtown await.Read more »
Hiking-Trail-to-Beer-Pub Pairings in North CarolinaThis state is filled with majestic mountains, rivers, waterfalls and forests, and when you’re done with your scenic hikes, visit these nearby breweries.Read more »
Plan Your Getaway to Bald Head Island This FallSummertime crowds are gone, but the appeal of this island on the North Carolina coast remains. See why you should experience Bald Head Island in the fall.Read more »
6 Reasons to Plan a Fall Trip to the North Carolina CoastForget crowds, relish cooler air and warm water, and get a little sand in your shoes this fall on the beaches of North Carolina.Read more »
Experience Vivian Howard’s North CarolinaThe restaurateur, cookbook author and star of "A Chef’s Life" shares her favorite places, insider tips and essential experiences in this VisitNC.com series.Read more »
8 Things to Do in North Carolina Before Fall EndsIt's time to get in your last bit of fall fun – from enjoying colorful foliage to hiking and camping during pleasant temperatures to sipping seasonal beers.Read more »
Fall Foliage HikesChase autumn colors from the mountains through urban centers to the coast on hikes that take advantage of each region’s distinct landscape.Read more »
Creative Ways to See Fall Colors in North CarolinaSoar through fall color on a zip line, wind among it on a historic train, float above it in a hot air balloon or uncork it at a local winery.Read more »
Fun at the Farm: Apples, Pumpkins and Corn MazesThere’s no better place to enjoy fall fruits and fun seasonal activities than our farms and orchards.Read more »
Raise a Pint to Fall Beer FestivalsTip a pint at Charlotte’s Mecktoberfest; pair beer and bluegrass in Asheville; toast the Lighthouse Beer and Wine Festival in Wilmington and more.Read more »
The Ultimate Trip for College and Pro Sports FansOur state is home to iconic college teams, pro basketball, football, hockey and racing, and sports museums and halls of fame you can visit year-round.Get planning »
Hiking Getaway: Cold Mountain and AshevilleThis trip takes you on a trek to the top of Cold Mountain for breathtaking views, starting and ending in Asheville for a weekend of outdoor fun.Get planning »
Discover Gems of the Crystal Coast on Your Golf GetawayIn between rounds of golf in Beaufort, Morehead City and Emerald Isle, take strolls on quiet beaches, tour an old pirate ship or see wild horses roam.Get planning »
Get Schooled in Golf, Art and Food in the TriangleThere’s plenty to do in Raleigh, Durham and Chapel Hill, including great golf that will make you feel smarter just by the connection to area universities.Get planning »
Take a Tour of One-of-a-Kind Museums and FestivalsThese quirky, one-of-a-kind attractions are often their towns’ claims to fame, which is why you have to see them to believe.Get planning »
Wilmington and Its Island Beaches Wilmington and Carolina, Kure and Wrightsville beaches wait with gardens, shopping, great dining and plenty to do for the entire family.Get planning »
A Tasty Craft Brew Tour, North Carolina StylePlan a brewery vacation with this three-day tasting tour of local breweries and craft beer spots in Asheville, Charlotte and the Triangle.Get planning »
Distill Tripping: Taste the Spirits of North CarolinaBootleggers once ran illegal spirits here, but today North Carolina has several legal distilleries around which you can plan an activity-filled weekend.Get planning »
Romance, Adventure and Charm in the Land of WaterfallsRekindle your romance during a three-day weekend in Brevard, an itinerary filled with dining, arts, picnics, spas, river fun and visits to waterfalls.Get planning »
Take a Farm-Fresh Tour of Western North CarolinaThis three-day trip starts in Asheville and ends outside of Boone, featuring farm visits, local wine, farm-to-table dining, alpacas and more.Get planning »
A Girls’ Getaway to the North Carolina High CountryGather your best girlfriends for a trip that will leave you all rejuvenated, thanks to the epic scenery and activities in the mountains.Get planning »
Walk in Blackbeard’s Footsteps on the CoastVisit pirate hideouts, skulk around the town Blackbeard called home, see where his sunken ship is submerged, and see where he met his violent end.Get planning »
Haunted AttractionsHunt for ghosts on Battleship North Carolina in Wilmington, at the Grove Park Inn in Asheville, and at Korner's Folly in Kernersville.
Fall Is Fun in North CarolinaHow much fun is fall in North Carolina? So much, we took a massive pile of leaves and shared it with our neighboring state. Watch them dive in.
Experience the Boutique Life at The Mayton InnSeveral new boutique hotels are opening throughout North Carolina in 2016 and 2017, and one of the most intriguing is The Mayton Inn in downtown Cary.
The MacNeill Uncorked Rail Line and Wine ExperienceHop aboard this specialty car on the Great Smoky Mountains Railroad in Bryson City. The five-hour, scenic trip entertains you with a sampling of local cheeses, fine wines and dinner.
Fall in North CarolinaJust when you think a place holds all the magic it can, nature adds even more brilliance. Let our fall colors take you flying, driving, hiking and fishing all set against stunning backdrops.
A Variety of Mountain Biking Trails at Beech MountainMountain bikers will rejoice during a visit to the town of Beech Mountain. Enjoy scenic views and downhill trails at Beech Mountain Resort, and ride eight miles of trails along the town’s Emerald…
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Rowan Railroad Runaway: The NC Transportation Museum Sweepstakes The North Carolina Transportation Museum in Rowan County is the home of transportation history and fun! Located on the grounds of what was once…