What to do in North Carolina

Activities, attractions and tours

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Activities

Enjoy the Magic in the Mountains of Beautiful Anakeesta

Anakeesta - Enjoy the Magic in the Mountains

NZ$61
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Anakeesta - Enjoy the Magic in the Mountains
SEA LIFE Charlotte Concord Aquarium

SEA LIFE Charlotte Concord Aquarium

NZ$45
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
SEA LIFE Charlotte Concord Aquarium
Gatlinburg: Moonshine Mountain Coaster Ride

Gatlinburg Moonshine Mountain Coaster Ride

NZ$30
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Gatlinburg Moonshine Mountain Coaster Ride
Cades Cove Sightseeing Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour

Cades Cove: Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour

NZ$26
per traveller
78% of travellers recommend
Cades Cove: Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
Asheville Adults-Only Comedy Ghost Tour by LaZoom

Adult Comedy Ghost Tour Ghosted by LaZoom

NZ$77
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Adult Comedy Ghost Tour Ghosted by LaZoom
"In The Streets & Eats" Mural Art Tour Of Charlotte

"In The Streets & Eats" Mural Art Tour Of Charlotte

NZ$87
per adult
"In The Streets & Eats" Mural Art Tour Of Charlotte
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Myrtle Beach Dolphin Cruise

Myrtle Beach Dolphin Cruise

Activity duration is 2 hours
9.4 out of 10 with 263 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$44 per adult
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Smoky Mountain Tour: Self-Guided Drive

Smoky Mountain Tour: Self-Guided Drive

Activity duration is 365 days
8.4 out of 10 with 22 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$30 per traveller
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Food, drink & nightlife

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Myrtle Beach: Sunset S'mores & Owl Call

Myrtle Beach: Sunset S'mores & Owl Call

Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes
8.0 out of 10 with 2 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$87 per adult
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Intracoastal Waterway: Eco Tour

Intracoastal Waterway: Eco Tour

Activity duration is 2 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 3 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$212 per adult
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Gatlinburg: Adults-Only Grave Intentions Walking Tour

Gatlinburg: Adults-Only Grave Intentions Walking Tour

Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes
8.6 out of 10 with 4 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$62 per adult
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What to do in North Carolina

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Spectrum Center

8.6/10 (3,769 reviews)
Catch an event at Spectrum Center during your trip to Charlotte. Experience the great live music and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
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Uptown Charlotte

Ample dining options, fascinating museums, and great live music are just a few top things to explore in Uptown Charlotte. A visit to Spectrum Center or Bank of America Stadium might round out your trip, and you can jump aboard the metro at Tryon Street Tram Stop or Charlotte Transportation Center Station to get around town.

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Downtown Asheville

Downtown Asheville is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Grove Arcade and Pack Square.

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Downtown Raleigh

If you're spending some time in Downtown Raleigh, Marbles Kids Museums and The Acorn are top sights worth seeing.

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South Nags Head

While visiting South Nags Head, you might make a stop by sights like Bodie Island Lighthouse and Oregon Inlet Fishing Center.

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South Asheville

If you're spending some time in South Asheville, Biltmore Estate and Biltmore Park Town Square are top sights worth seeing.

 

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Day trip destinations from North Carolina

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Charlotte

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Kinston

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Rocky Mount

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Albemarle

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Boiling Springs

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Chesapeake

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