Fayetteville

Travel Guide

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An important century-old military base is one of the major attractions in this North Carolina city but there’s also outdoor adventures and fascinating museums to enjoy. 

Fayetteville is situated in the scenic Cape Fear Valley in North Carolina. Besides one of the largest military bases in the United States, the city has attractions for the entire family. Watch paratroopers in training, go on a treetop adventure, spot wildlife and spend some time in museums and galleries.

Fayetteville was named after a French army officer who aided the Americans during the Revolutionary War and the city is still heavily associated with the army today. Fort Bragg was established in 1918 and employs about 40,000 military personnel. Take your foreign passport, or American ID card, and tour the army installation to learn more about its history and operations. See weapons, aircraft and uniforms from World War I to the present day at the 82nd Airborne Division War Memorial Museum. Go to the Sicily Drop Zone to watch paratroopers jump from planes as part of their training. 

Stretch your legs on Fayetteville’s miles of walking trails. One of the most popular walks is the Cape Fear River Trail, a 4-mile (6.4-kilometer) route through woods and marshes. Along the way you may see turtles, herons, crabs and otters. 

If you are feeling adventurous, fly through the treetops and over the Carver’s Falls waterfall on a zip line at the Zip Quest Waterfall and Treetop Adventure.

Discover more about Fayetteville by visiting museums and galleries that focus on its history, art and culture. The Museum of the Cape Fear Historical Complex is where you’ll find out about 400 years of the region’s cultural heritage. Purchase paintings, pottery and jewelry by local artists at Cape Fear Studios. Take the kids to Fascinate-U, a hands-on museum for children aged 12 and under.  

At night, see what’s on at the Cape Fear Regional Theater or watch the Fayetteville Symphony Orchestra at Fayetteville State University’s J. W. Seabrook Auditorium.

The Fayetteville Regional Airport provides flights to three major airline hubs within country and good highway connections to the other east coast attractions. Fayetteville has a subtropical climate and temperate winters, so you can enjoy its fine parks year-round.

Where to stay in Fayetteville

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Fort Bragg

You'll enjoy the live music and shopping in Fort Bragg. You might want to make time for a stop at Pope Army Airfield or Fort Bragg.

Fort Bragg
Fayetteville featuring a park and signage

Terry Sanford

4.5/5(4 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Terry Sanford, Lafayette Bowling Lanes and Cross Creek Mall are top sights worth seeing.

Terry Sanford
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Westover

If you're spending some time in Westover, Cross Creek Mall and Fort Bragg are top sights worth seeing.

Westover
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Eastover

Eastover is well-liked for its restaurants. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Fayetteville area, you might plan a trip to Cape Fear Botanical Gardens or Baywood Golf Club.

Eastover
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Vander

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Vander and surrounding area, you can visit Baywood Golf Club and Cape Fear Botanical Gardens.

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Bonnie Doone

Visitors to Bonnie Doone enjoy its shopping, and if you want to do some exploring, Fort Bragg is worth a stop.

Bonnie Doone
Days Inn by Wyndham Fayetteville-South/I-95 Exit 49
Days Inn by Wyndham Fayetteville-South/I-95 Exit 49
2 out of 5
2111 Cedar Creek Rd, Fayetteville, NC
The price is CA $100 per night from Apr. 7 to Apr. 8
CA $100
CA $113 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 7 - Apr 8
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Fayetteville. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,475 reviews)
"The young lady that checked us in was excellent! Very customer oriented."

Reviewed on Mar. 30, 2025

Days Inn by Wyndham Fayetteville-South/I-95 Exit 49
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Fayetteville I-95
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Fayetteville I-95
2.5 out of 5
1725 Jim Johnson Rd, (off Cedar Creek Road), Fayetteville, NC
The price is CA $139 per night from Apr. 24 to Apr. 25
CA $139
CA $157 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 24 - Apr 25
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Fayetteville. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (701 reviews)
"Very clean and well maintained. Food service should start st 6am even on Sunday mornings especially those traveling!!"

Reviewed on Mar. 31, 2025

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Fayetteville I-95
Deluxe Inn Fayetteville - I-95 Exit 49
Deluxe Inn Fayetteville - I-95 Exit 49
2.5 out of 5
2123 Cedar Creek Rd, Fayetteville, NC
The price is CA $104 per night from Apr. 8 to Apr. 9
CA $104
CA $117 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 8 - Apr 9
Stay at this motel in Fayetteville. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,321 reviews)
Nice Hotel
"Clean, comfortable and convenient. No frills, but a nice stay."

Reviewed on Mar. 31, 2025

Deluxe Inn Fayetteville - I-95 Exit 49
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Spacious Lakefront Apt w/ Deck in Fayetteville!
Spacious Lakefront Apt w/ Deck in Fayetteville!
Fayetteville
Stay at this apartment in Fayetteville. Enjoy patios, cable/satellite TV service, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Westover Recreation Center ...
Loved staying here.
"I love this house. It was an amazing experience. Everything was perfect. It was a perfect location to see my son at Fort Bragg. Would definitely look to stay again if I am ever in the area"

Reviewed on Mar. 8, 2025

Spacious Lakefront Apt w/ Deck in Fayetteville!
HOT TUB, Fenced in Yard, Pet Friendly, Game room
HOT TUB, Fenced in Yard, Pet Friendly, Game room
Fayetteville
Stay at this vacation home in Fayetteville. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and patios. Popular attractions Lake Rim Park and Cliffdale Public Library are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (2 reviews)
Staying on Kienast
"What a cute place! Really clean and decorated so nice. Our teenagers loves the game room and hot tub! The showera were nice and hot and the kitchen accomedated out many meals."

Reviewed on Feb. 21, 2025

HOT TUB, Fenced in Yard, Pet Friendly, Game room
The Haymount Inn by Haymount Homes
The Haymount Inn by Haymount Homes
Fayetteville
Stay at this vacation home in Fayetteville. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and a garden. Popular attractions Mazarick Memorial Park and Mazarick Park are ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (53 reviews)
Quiet getaway close to Ft Bragg
"Older and well kept home in a quiet neighborhood. We were in town for work and brought my dog. Anything we needed the property manager addressed quickly. Close to both base and local restaurants. Saved as a favorite for future visits."

Reviewed on Mar. 27, 2025

The Haymount Inn by Haymount Homes
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Fayetteville

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4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

The Ruby Tuesday nearby had a young lady come outside with a menu & took our order, payment & brought our food. She even brought water for our dog. She did the same for others who arrived. Benches outside to wait for order. A real Big thank you!!

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Nice place

1/5 - Terrible

Verified traveller

Terrible

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller

We are travelling to florida so we don’t spend time to visit, we order pizza and we had to wait 11/2hrs