American Tobacco Campus in Durham
Pilot Mountain State Park in the Triad
Downtown Concord in the Charlotte region
Pinehurst No. 2 at Pinehurst Resort
The Mayton Inn in downtown Cary
Bailey Park in Winston-Salem
Lake Norman, a short drive north of Charlotte
ZipQuest Waterfall & Treetop Adventure in Fayetteville
North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences in Raleigh
Crafted: The Art of the Taco restaurant in Greensboro
7th Street Public Market in Charlotte
Southern Pines in the Sandhills

North Carolina Piedmont

The middle of the state is the center of it all

This central region is home to North Carolina’s largest cities, including Charlotte, Raleigh, Greensboro and Durham. These spots offer everything you’d expect in an urban escape, blended with a heart and a character you’ll only find here. Visit to enjoy wineries, breweries, golf, natural attractions and more.

Charlotte Region

This thriving region boasts arts, shopping, botanical gardens, craft breweries, the U.S. National Whitewater Center and the home of NASCAR.

Known For

NASCAR & Motorsports Sights
Kindred, Heirloom & Notable Dining
Craft Beer
TV & Film Locations
Lake Norman
Hickory Furniture Mart

Greensboro & Winston-Salem

An area rich in history, this region also is home to furniture and pottery making, a barbecue battleground and Yadkin Valley wineries.

Known For

Old Salem Museums & Gardens
Mount Airy “Mayberry”
Yadkin Valley Wineries
Furnitureland South
North Carolina Zoo
Seagrove Pottery

Raleigh, Durham & the Triangle

Pamper yourself at luxury hotels, explore art, history and science museums, and drink and dine in some of the South’s tastiest towns.

Known For

Award-Winning & Buzzworthy Chefs
Vollis Simpson’s Whirligigs
Acclaimed Hotels & Inns
Art & History Museums
Spa Getaways
Craft Beer

Pinehurst & Sandhills

Play a round in the “Home of American Golf,” visit the Airborne & Special Operations Museum, and explore nature trails and historic sites.

Known For

Fort Bragg & Military Museums
Uwharrie National Forest
Home of American Golf
Art & Pottery Studios
Equestrian Centers
Pinehurst Resort