Gem Mining & Quirky FunDig for gold, emeralds and gems at kid-friendly mines or visit offbeat and one-of-a-kind museums and festivals.
Lighthouses & FerriesSee our beaches by ferry or from atop Cape Hatteras and other coastal lighthouses.
History & Science MuseumsGet hands-on and interactive while touring exhibits dedicated to science, history, pirates, dinosaurs, flight, and sports such as basketball and racing.
Planes, Trains & MoreRide the Great Smoky Mountains and Tweetsie railroads, relive the Wrights' first flight and more.
Vacation RentalsRent a beach house beyond where the road ends, a quiet mountain cabin or even a houseboat.
Nature’s Pool Party: North Carolina Swimming HolesTaking a splash in one of our state’s many, natural swimming holes, from the mountains to the coast, is guaranteed to make you feel like a kid again.Read more »
North Carolina Zoo in AsheboroHere you can see 1,600 animals and 52,000 plants, and walk from the African grasslands to the North American Arctic Coast in a single afternoon.Read more »
Find Your Ideal Camping Spot to Get Away This SummerNorth Carolina is a camper's paradise, offering campgrounds ranging from family-friendly and scenic to primitive and secluded.Read more »
Whitewater River Rafting in the MountainsWhether you’re looking for a white-knuckle rafting experience or a relaxing day with the family, our rambunctious rivers are ready to roll.Read more »
Dog-Friendly Hotels Where Man’s Best Friend Is KingThese hotels, bed-and-breakfasts, cabins and vacation rentals across North Carolina go above and beyond to make your dogs feel welcome.Read more »
A Beach Vacation Tailor-Made for YouThere's never a wrong time to plan summer fun on the North Carolina coast. Dreams of sunshine, sand, seafood and adventure will brighten any day.Read more »
Fun, Food, Fandom: Minor League Baseball in North CarolinaIntimate venues, catchy promotions, loveable mascots, unique food and affordable prices mean the minors serve up major fun at 11 ballparks across the state.Read more »
10 Dark-Sky Adventures in North CarolinaIf you can’t make it to see the total solar eclipse in August, here are 10 other dark and glowing adventures that are sure to marvel you this summer.Read more »
Golf Is a Family Affair on North Carolina’s Golf CoastThe Brunswick Islands are the ideal place for a family vacation that includes golf, with more than 30 top-rated courses ready to welcome you.Read more »
Coastal LighthousesThough long ago lighthouses protected adventurers from our treacherous coastline, today they offer some of the most incredible views you’ll see.Read more »
Take the FerryNorth Carolina’s 20-plus ferries have been a convenient and enjoyable way to travel the state's coastline since the mid-1920s.Read more »
Breakfast Is Served: 22 North Carolina Brunch SpotsOne of the great things about vacation is the opportunity to sleep in. Luckily, these restaurants serve full breakfast menus late in the day.Read more »
Imaginations Come to Life at These Children’s MuseumsKids will marvel at how much fun they’re having, while learning, during a visit to one North Carolina’s museums and science centers made just for them.Read more »
Animal Safari AdventuresEager to explore the wild side of North Carolina? Point your GPS toward aquariums, zoos, national wildlife refuges, a tiger rescue and more.Read more »
15 Fun Family DestinationsEven when they’re 50, your kids will remember visiting these great places, from a swinging bridge in the mountains to a former battleship on the coast.Read more »
Get Away to Rumbling Bald Resort and Beautiful MountainsNorth Carolina’s mountains are known for offering many adventures and relaxing places, and it’s all within reach at Rumbling Bald Resort on Lake Lure.Read more »
Play, Eat, Stay, Repeat at These Fun-Filled AttractionsFrom theme parks and casinos to amenity-filled resorts and an overnight winery, you can stay where you play at these North Carolina destinations.Read more »
Perfect Picnic SpotsThis is one of the easiest and prettiest places to pack a picnic basket, with each region offering a variety of landscapes for any appetite.Read more »
Be Inspired at the Billy Graham Library in CharlotteVisit the birthplace of world-famous evangelist Billy Graham, tour the iconic venue that chronicles his life, and discover lots to do in the Queen City.Read more »
Family Fun at North Carolina’s AquariumsAt four spots along the coast, you can discover the otters, fish, sea turtles and other aquatic life that make our waters so vibrant.Read more »
Nights in Rodanthe Film TrailVisit Rodanthe and nearby Outer Banks attractions where you can experience firsthand the adventure and romance of the movie.Get planning »
Horses, Adventure and Food Star in an Epic Mountain WeekendWatch world-class riders compete at Tryon International Equestrian Center during a weekend that’s filled with mountain sights, tastes and adventure.Get planning »
Outer Banks National Scenic BywayThis daylong drive and ferry tour traces the coastline, exploring the maritime history of our sounds, barrier islands and coastal villages.Get planning »
Road to Nowhere and Waterfalls in the Great Smoky MountainsThe Road to Nowhere ends at a tunnel inside Great Smoky Mountains National Park. If you want to venture farther, you have to do it by foot.Get planning »
Racing, Wine and Wild AnimalsYou'll find many things we're famous for near Asheboro and Lexington, including the Childress and Petty racing museums, the North Carolina Zoo and barbecue.Get planning »
Family-Friendly Wildlife Tour on the North Carolina CoastVisit aquariums, a sea turtle center and zoo, go on boat tours and more as your family discovers Atlantic Beach, Pine Knoll Shores and Surf City.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 »
Visit Lake Lure, Asheville and CherokeeThis region offers 75-mile views from atop Chimney Rock, Cherokee history and great shopping for mountain crafts in Asheville and Dillsboro.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 »
Follow Cues from Max Movie to Sniff Out AdventureVisit several of the locations where Max was filmed, and you’ll experience some of North Carolina’s most beautiful natural attractions.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 »
Museums, Music and More in CharlotteCharlotte has much to offer in art, history and culture. Spend three days here and discover a great sampling of museums, music and more.Get planning »
Lighthouses and Maritime Sights on the CoastThe Outer Banks and Crystal Coast attract visitors to enjoy historic lighthouses, maritime history, charming fishing villages and sunny shores.Get planning »
Forest Heritage National Scenic BywayThis two-hour drive in the Great Smoky Mountains is a great way to see waterfalls, rhododendron blooms and lush, beautiful forests.Get planning »
Military History in Eastern North CarolinaFrom an early declaration of independence to modern-day Special Forces, North Carolina is overflowing with history near Interstates 95 and 40.Get planning »
Outdoor Adventure in the Northern PiedmontPlan a day trip or a weeklong getaway with tubing and paddling on the Dan River, hiking and camping in state parks, rock climbing, biking and more.Get planning »
Family Adventure in the Great Smoky MountainsWhat's more fun than hiking, picnicking and splashing in cold mountain streams? Grab this three-day trip, pack up the kids and head for the hills.Get planning »
Spend Your Family Vacation on North Carolina BeachesPlanning a trip the whole family loves can be a challenge – except here. Enjoy the beaches and waterfront attractions in Wilmington and the Brunswick Islands.Get planning »
Sliding Rock in the Pisgah National ForestSlip down Sliding Rock, a 60-foot natural water slide with a cool pool at the bottom, in the Land of Waterfalls.
Holiday Traditions in Winston-SalemStep back in time during holiday celebrations at Old Salem and Reynolda House, or take a tour through the Festival of Lights at Tanglewood Park.
Brunswick Islands Sea TurtlesSummer Turtle Talk events teach visitors about the sea turtles that have nested from Sunset Beach to Bald Head Island for hundreds of years.
Brunswick Islands: 10 Places in OneIn the southern corner of our coast, enjoy six sun-drenched beaches on five barrier islands, family fun, golf, fishing, lighthouses and more.
Moravian Culture in Winston-SalemHistory comes to life in Winston-Salem, where you'll find some of the nation's best-preserved colonial heritage sites at Historic Bethabara Park, Historic Bethania and Old Salem Museum & Gardens.
Ride the Intimidator at CarowindsThe Intimidator at Carowinds in Charlotte is the tallest, fastest, longest roller coaster in the Southeast and was named the Top New U.S. Coaster of 2010 by the Coaster Critic.
A Blast from the Past at Asheville Pinball MuseumAdults relive their childhoods, while kids marvel at games that were before their time during a visit to the pinball museum in Asheville.
High Gravity Adventures Is a Playground in the SkyThis aerial park, next to Tweetsie Railroad in Blowing Rock, will catch your eyes. And with a maze of cargo nets, aerial bridges, tight-rope walks and floating platforms, High Gravity Adventures will…
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