What to do in North Carolina

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Uptown Charlotte

4.5/5(44 area reviews)

Abundant dining options, interesting museums and 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.

Uptown Charlotte
Asheville

Downtown Asheville

4/5(4 area reviews)

Travelers to Downtown Asheville praise its popular shops. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to make a stop by Pack Square and Wicked Weed Brewing.

Downtown Asheville
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Downtown Raleigh

5/5(1 area review)

While visiting Downtown Raleigh, you might make a stop by sights like Marbles Kids Museums and Moore Square.

Downtown Raleigh
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South Nags Head

If you're spending some time in South Nags Head, Bodie Island Lighthouse and Oregon Inlet Fishing Center are top sights worth seeing.

South Nags Head
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Long Beach

Long Beach is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Caswell Beach and Ocean Crest Pier.

Long Beach
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West Asheville

The picture-perfect mountain views and abundant dining options are top of the list for many visitors to West Asheville. A stop by New Belgium Brewing Company or French Broad River might round out your trip.

West Asheville

Day trip destinations from North Carolina