Things To Do
Museum of Life and Science
With 84 acres of science and nature experiences to spark imagination, creativity, and new ways of thinking about our world, the science museum in Durham, NC is a short drive away and is always a good time!
North Carolina Museum of Art
This art museum can be found right next door in Raleigh, NC and houses over 5,000 years of art and culture. The museum also has a large park with outdoor exhibits!
Whitewater Center
The Whitewater Center in Charlotte, NC, is home to the world's largest manmade whitewater river and has outdoor activities all year long.
Carowinds
An amusement park run by Six Flags, Carowinds has rollercoasters, water rides, and activities appropriate for younger kids!
NASCAR Hall of Fame
A museum full of NASCAR legends, you can learn about the sport and enjoy activities like an iRacing simulator!
North Carolina Zoo
Recognized as the world's largest natural habitat zoo, the North Carolina Zoo is home to more than 1,700 animals representing 250 species! There's always something new going on here.
Biltmore Estate
The Biltmore Estate is a historic house museum and tourist attraction in the mountains of North Carolina, built by George Vanderbilt in the late 1800s. The estate spans 8000 acres and is known for having beautiful gardens!
Blue Ridge Parkway
Known for its breathtaking mountain views, the Parkway is a popular destination for hiking, camping, and exploring Appalachian history and culture!
Hanging Rock State Park
Trails lead to picturesque mountain views, rock outcrops, waterfalls, and even a mountain cave. Some are open to horseback riding and mountain biking, and a portion is part of the Mountains-to-Sea State Trail. Campgrounds, a swim lake, and access to paddling on the Dan River complete the gamut of recreational opportunities.
Grandfather Mountain
Grandfather Mountain is a place of amazing biodiversity and scenic beauty that towers 5,946 feet above northwest North Carolina. A part of the United Nations’ Southern Appalachian Biosphere Reserve, the mountain is estimated to be 300 million years old — with certain rock formations dating back 1.2 billion years.
Wrightsville Beach
Retreat to a year-round haven of vibrant activity and coastal charm in North Carolina’s most accessible beach, located just 8.5 miles from Wilmington, NC (where Meg attended college!).
Wright Brothers National Memorial
Learn all about the first successful flight at this museum located in the beautiful Outer Banks. If you head here, there are plenty of beaches and lighthouses to visit as well!