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Ranked #1 of 240 attractions in North Carolina Mountains
- "beautiful during the leaves changing" 05/17/2013
- "a thing of beauty" 05/17/2013
Category: Scenic Drives; Scenic/ Historic Walking Areas; National Parks
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This 469-mile scenic drive links Shenandoah and Great Smoky Mountains National Park, while protecting the cultural and...
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This 469-mile scenic drive links Shenandoah and Great Smoky Mountains National Park, while protecting the cultural and natural features of the Blue Ridge.
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Ranked #2 of 240 attractions in North Carolina Mountains
- "Fantastic" 05/14/2013
- "Awesome. Even for a non bike lover thi..." 05/09/2013
Category: Specialty Museums
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Ranked #3 of 240 attractions in North Carolina Mountains
- "Broadway in Flat Rock" 04/21/2013
- "Enjoyable night out" 04/19/2013
Category: Theaters
A popular theater in the town.
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Ranked #4 of 240 attractions in North Carolina Mountains
- "Wonderful views and walks" 05/14/2013
- "Beautiful !!!" 05/06/2013
Category: Scenic Drives
This scenic 36-mile road stretches from the mountains of North Carolina into the Tennessee backcountry.
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Ranked #5 of 240 attractions in North Carolina Mountains
- "Amazing!" 05/18/2013
- "Amazing!" 05/18/2013
Category: Historic Sites
This is not a typical historic house tour. First time visitors to Biltmore almost always underestimate the amount of time it takes to tour the estate. Arriving early is essential... more »
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Ranked #6 of 240 attractions in North Carolina Mountains
- "Whiteside" 05/07/2013
- "Spectacular views make hike worth it" 05/07/2013
Category: Mountains
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Expert rock climbers are attracted to Whiteside Mountain, which offers some of the highest cliffs in the east, rising more...
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Expert rock climbers are attracted to Whiteside Mountain, which offers some of the highest cliffs in the east, rising more than 2,100 feet to its summit at 4,930 feet.
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Ranked #7 of 240 attractions in North Carolina Mountains
- "Family Mountain Trip" 05/14/2013
- "I Can Sleep When I am Dead" 05/13/2013
Category: Sports Complexes
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Located just outside of downtown Asheville on 124 acres adjacent to the Crowne Plaza Resort. Asheville Zipline Canopy...
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Located just outside of downtown Asheville on 124 acres adjacent to the Crowne Plaza Resort. Asheville Zipline Canopy Adventures takes you on a 2-3 hour journey into 150 year old trees overlooking historic downtown Asheville and the surrounding Blue Ridge Mountains on 10 ziplines from several hundred feet to 1200 feet long. Additional adventures at the same location include a treetop adventure park and miles of mountain biking trails offering Asheville's only one stop complete outdoor adventure center. With over 40 years in the outdoor adventure industry, the family owned business is the most experienced outdoor adventure company in the SE with 3 generations involved in the operation.
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Ranked #8 of 240 attractions in North Carolina Mountains
- "Pottery on the Wheel!" 05/07/2013
- "True craft" 04/12/2013
Category: Educational Sites
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Make Your Own Pottery! Schedule yourself and up to 7 other people to spend 2 hours playing with clay! In two hours use the...
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Make Your Own Pottery! Schedule yourself and up to 7 other people to spend 2 hours playing with clay! In two hours use the potter's wheel to make a cup and bowl and use molds to create your own, original pottery! Browse the gallery and watch the potter at work, too. Must be 8 yrs old and up to play with clay. Please register for a class at least 1 day in advance.
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Ranked #9 of 240 attractions in North Carolina Mountains
- "Cercis Canadensis" 05/17/2013
- "Beautiful place to visit!" 05/16/2013
Category: Gardens; National Parks; Educational Sites
Young or old, male or female, gardeners or non, hikers, bikers, and all, love the North Carolina Arboretum year round. The views are spectacular and the outdoor Bonsai... more »
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Ranked #10 of 240 attractions in North Carolina Mountains
- "Great place to stop" 05/14/2013
- "Good reputation well-deserved." 05/13/2013
Category: Tourist/ Visitor Centers
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Since 1972, NOC has shared the outdoors with millions of guests on whitewater river rafting trips, with all varieties of...
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Since 1972, NOC has shared the outdoors with millions of guests on whitewater river rafting trips, with all varieties of kayak and canoe instruction, on mountain bikes and around the world with our adventure travel trips.
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Ranked #11 of 240 attractions in North Carolina Mountains
- "A beautiful glimpse into another time." 05/12/2013
- "Surprise gem of our Asheville visit" 05/10/2013
Category: Historic Sites
Today the Carl Sandburg Home is a National Historic site. The estate offers a beautiful place to go when you want to get away, a world away. There are over 5 miles of hiking... more »
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Ranked #12 of 240 attractions in North Carolina Mountains
- "powerful" 05/13/2013
- "A bolder, more dramatic falls." 05/07/2013
Category: Waterfalls
The newly renovated park is terrific - there is access for handicapped viewing of the falls, picnic tables and plenty of parking. The view of the falls from the handicapped area... more »
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Ranked #13 of 240 attractions in North Carolina Mountains
- "Many Beautiful Pieces of Original Art..." 05/17/2013
- "good artists and crafts" 05/12/2013
Category: Specialty Museums; Educational Sites; Art Museums
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Traditional and contemporary Southern Appalachian crafts, including century-old pieces, are displayed in this folk art...
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Traditional and contemporary Southern Appalachian crafts, including century-old pieces, are displayed in this folk art center, which also houses the first craft shop in the U.S.
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Ranked #14 of 240 attractions in North Carolina Mountains
- "Paul49" 05/10/2013
- "Take a walk on the trails!" 05/07/2013
Category: Historic Sites; Equestrian Trails
The home and grounds of textile manufacturer Moses Cone.
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Ranked #15 of 240 attractions in North Carolina Mountains
- "Great time at Masons!" 04/20/2013
- "Mining the greenbacks from your wallet" 04/15/2013
Category: Mines
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Mason's Sapphire Mine is an all-natural, dig your own sapphire mine that has been in operation since 1942 in Franklin NC....
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Mason's Sapphire Mine is an all-natural, dig your own sapphire mine that has been in operation since 1942 in Franklin NC. Masons mine is a safe, fun, and unique experience to add to your family trip!
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Ranked #16 of 240 attractions in North Carolina Mountains
- "A real art theater in Asheville" 05/15/2013
- "Fun movie experience" 04/18/2013
Category: Movie Theaters
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Ranked #17 of 240 attractions in North Carolina Mountains
- "out of the way, beautiful crafts" 05/07/2013
- "Always find beautiful gifts" 05/06/2013
Category: Museums; Specialty Museums
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Ranked #18 of 240 attractions in North Carolina Mountains
- "Interesting Point of View..." 04/26/2013
- "Don't walk straight up the hill" 04/18/2013
Category: Hiking Trails
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Ranked #19 of 240 attractions in North Carolina Mountains
- "Surprise" 05/07/2013
- "Remarkable theater oudoors" 03/12/2013
Category: Performances
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North Carolina's longest running Shakespeare Festival, the Montford Park Players presents free classical theatre under the...
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North Carolina's longest running Shakespeare Festival, the Montford Park Players presents free classical theatre under the stars all summer long - donations are welcome. The Montford Park Players also presents an indoor season from October through April at Asheville's historic Masonic Temple downtown.
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Ranked #20 of 240 attractions in North Carolina Mountains
- "Beautiful!" 04/08/2013
- "Long trip for long distance view" 03/29/2013
Category: Waterfalls
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A favorite spot for hikers and picnickers, this scenic area features the Whitewater River dropping more than 400 feet in a...
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A favorite spot for hikers and picnickers, this scenic area features the Whitewater River dropping more than 400 feet in a series of cascading falls.
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Ranked #21 of 240 attractions in North Carolina Mountains
- "Professional shows, great atmosphere" 04/22/2013
- "Love IT!" 01/07/2013
Category: Theaters
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The regions award winning Semi-professional community theater presenting a year round schedule of plays and musicals. The...
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The regions award winning Semi-professional community theater presenting a year round schedule of plays and musicals. The HART Main Stage season runs from late April through November. A CHRISTMAS CAROL is presented each December. January through March activities move to the intimate Feichter Studio Theater which presents a different production every two weeks. Productions range from classics, to major musicals to the latest dramas. Founded in 1984 HART's home, the Performing Arts Center at the Shelton House, sits on an eight acre historic site just two blocks from Historic Waynesville's main St.
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Ranked #22 of 240 attractions in North Carolina Mountains
- "Muddy Fun" 05/16/2013
- "Fun afternoon" 04/30/2013
Category: Mines
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Ranked #23 of 240 attractions in North Carolina Mountains
- "Worth a visit." 05/16/2013
- "Over the top!" 05/07/2013
Category: Mountains; State Parks
This 15,000-acre North Carolina state park offers trout fishing, hiking, climbing and scenic waterfalls.
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Ranked #24 of 240 attractions in North Carolina Mountains
- "small town hillbilly venue" 04/28/2013
- "Vince Gill Show" 04/08/2013
Category: Theaters
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Ranked #25 of 240 attractions in North Carolina Mountains
- "visiting in May is okay, but June perh..." 05/17/2013
- "A great view and nice hike" 05/15/2013
Category: Trails
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Ranked #26 of 240 attractions in North Carolina Mountains
- "Asheville Own Architectual Marvel" 05/18/2013
- "Beautiful Old Church" 05/17/2013
Category: Churches/ Cathedrals
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Ranked #27 of 240 attractions in North Carolina Mountains
- "Kids loved it!" 04/10/2013
- "A Must See & Do When Traveling To Brys..." 03/21/2013
Category: Nature/ Wildlife Areas
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Ranked #28 of 240 attractions in North Carolina Mountains
- "Do the "Bojangles" section!" 05/15/2013
- "Tourists" 05/07/2013
Category: Sports Complexes
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Ranked #29 of 240 attractions in North Carolina Mountains
- "Beautiful, Serene, a wonderful park" 05/07/2013
- "Nice easy hike" 04/28/2013
Category: State Parks
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Ranked #30 of 240 attractions in North Carolina Mountains
- "A nice vieuw" 03/24/2013
- "Tallest point in the Southeast" 02/19/2013
Category: Mountains
Mount Mitchell is the tallest peak in the Eastern United States at well over a mile high. At an elevation of 6,684 feet (2,037 metres), the scenic landscape views from the... more »
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- Holiday Inn Asheville Biltmore East
- Microtel Inn by Wyndham Winston Salem
- Ramada Limited Maggie Valley
- Henry F. Shaffner House
- Fairfield Inn & Suites High Point Archdale
- Brookstown Inn
- Hampton Inn Winston-Salem - I-40 / Hanes Mall
- Graylyn International Conference Center
- Lodge America of Greensboro
- Lazy Bear Lodge
- Comfort Inn Thomasville
- Fairfield Inn & Suites Elkin / Jonesville
- Village Inn Event Center
- Hampton Inn Greensboro East
- Extended Stay America - Winston-Salem - Hanes Mall Blvd.
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