Explore Things to Do in North Carolina
Welcome to North Carolina - where majestic mountains meet pristine beaches and every mile tells a story. From the misty peaks of the Blue Ridge Mountains to the sun-soaked shores of the Outer Banks, North Carolina invites you to explore its stunning natural beauty, rich history, and vibrant local culture. Savor world-famous barbecue, wander through charming small towns, discover lively cities like Asheville and Charlotte, and experience the genuine Southern hospitality that makes every visit unforgettable. Come see why North Carolina is the perfect blend of adventure, relaxation, and discovery.
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Our website makes it easy to discover and book unforgettable day trips, tours, excursions, and unique experiences in North Carolina - before you even start your vacation. With real-time availability, detailed activity information, and direct booking with trusted tour operators, you can secure the adventures you want without the stress of last-minute planning or sold-out experiences. Whether you’re seeking outdoor thrills, cultural discoveries, or relaxing local highlights in North Carolina, we give you a simple, reliable way to plan ahead and make the most of every moment of your trip.
Why wait until you arrive in North Carolina to book your tours - only to discover that the ones you want are already full? Click any activity below to learn more about the tour, view availability, and reserve your excursions directly with the tour operators today!
Today's Featured Tours Explore All
DIY Custom Candle Pouring - Charlotte
Pop-in + Pour | Ages 5+ | 35-45 Minutes
Charlotte
35-45 Minutes
Kid-Friendly
Paddywax Candle Bar - Charlotte
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Sunset Cruise
1 Hour • All Ages • Enjoy a Sunset Cruise around the waters of the Cape Fear
Southport
1hr
Southport Water Tours
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Hunk-O-Mania Male Revue Show - Greensboro
Starting at $40.25 • Ages 21+ • 2 Hours • Fridays and Saturdays 8PM
Greensboro
2 Hours
New Age Productions - HOM
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B-29 DOC Flight Experience - Wilmington, NC (Sept. 26 & 27)
Ages 6+ • 90 Minutes • Experience History!
Wilmington
90 Minutes Total: 30 Minute Flight Time
Kid-Friendly
B-29 Doc
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4 Passenger Golf Cart
Perfect Way To Enjoy The Island! Ages 21+
Charlotte
2-7 Days
Rentals
HB3 Carts, LLC
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Asheville Art Walk: Street Art Gems of the South Slope Downtown
All Ages • Up to 20 People • 1 Hour
Waterfalls and Blue Ridge Parkway Tour
Experience the best scenery outside of Asheville!
Pisgah Forest
Asheville Hiking Tours
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"Asheville Insider" Walking Tour
Starting at $35 | 1.75 Hours | All Ages | Most Popular!
Asheville
Asheville by Foot Walking Tours
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Shadows in the Parlor
An Evening at Latimer House
Wilmington
2 hrs
The Lower Cape Fear Historical Society at the Latimer House
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Visit Asheville Explore All
Tandem/Double Bike Private Tour
Private tour for 2-30 • Tandem bikes • 1.5 hours
Asheville
Private Tours
Amazing Pubcycle
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Blue Ridge Parkway - Jeep Tour
Mountain Views | 3 - 4 hours | Paved Roads | Driving Tour
Asheville
Private Tours
Asheville Jeep Tours
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One-on-one Post-Processing Lesson
One-on-one Photography Post-Processing Tutorials using Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop • Ages 10+
Club Zen Pass
$150 for unlimited tubing! • Valid for Tube Reservations any day of the week, at BOTH locations!
Photo Tour - Public
Capture Asheville's best views • BYOB • 1.5 hours
Asheville
1.5 hours
Amazing Pubcycle
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🛶 Biltmore Tour
Ages 12+ • 2–3 Hours • Paddle Through America’s Largest Backyard!
Asheville
2-3 Hours
Guided Tour, Kayak
Blue Ridge Paddlesports
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Customizable Private Day Trip
Up to 5 people Ages 12+
Asheville
Private Tours
Outta Asheville
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6-Day Bike Rental
All ages
Asheville
6 days
Bike Rental
WayOut Adventure Rentals
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Kid Cycle Tour - Private
Family fun on two wheels • All ages • 1.5 hours
Asheville
1.5 hours
Private Tours
Amazing Pubcycle
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Flame Shop: Sculpting with Soft Glass - Asheville
$108 | 60 Min | Ages 13+ | 2 Participants Per Class | Fridays
Asheville
50 minutes
North Carolina Glass Center
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Kid-Friendly Tours Explore All
Full Day Hiking Adventure
7 Hours • Ages 7+
Pisgah Forest
6 hours
Kid-Friendly
Hiking, Walking Tour
Cedar Rock Adventures
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Flame Shop: 30 Minute Make Your Own - Black Mountain
$75 | 30 Minutes | Ages 11+ | 1 Participant Per Class
Black Mountain
30 Minutes
Kid-Friendly
North Carolina Glass Center
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Tubing Reservations • South Asheville's French Broad River
Shuttles depart every 30 minutes | Tube reservations starting at $25 | Group booking for 20+ people!
Asheville
Approx 3 hours
Kid-Friendly
Shuttle
Zen Tubing
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Rydables Ghost Tour of Charlotte
1.5 Hours
Charlotte
1.5 Hours
Kid-Friendly
Charlotte NC Tours
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Wild Things Art, Entertainment, and History Rydables Tour of Charlotte
Discover Charlotte’s Past and Present on a 1.5-Hour Rydable Tour!
Charlotte
1.5 Hours
Kid-Friendly
Charlotte NC Tours
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B-29 DOC Flight Experience - Wilmington, NC (Sept. 26 & 27)
Ages 6+ • 90 Minutes • Experience History!
Wilmington
90 Minutes Total: 30 Minute Flight Time
Kid-Friendly
B-29 Doc
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Lake Raleigh Sundown Float
Durham
Up to 1.5 hours
Kid-Friendly
Kayak
Frog Hollow Outdoors
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DIY Custom Candle Pouring - Durham
Pop-in + Pour | Ages 5+ | 35-45 Minutes
Durham
35-45 Minutes
Kid-Friendly
Paddywax Candle Bar - Durham, NC
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Night Paddle
Durham
About 3 Hours
Kid-Friendly
Kayak
Frog Hollow Outdoors
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Zipline Packages • 8-11 Ziplines
Ages 2+ • 1.5 - 3 Hours • Enjoy the Thrill of Zipping at Speeds Up to 35mph
Durham
Kid-Friendly
Zipline
Xtreme Park Adventures
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Kayak Tours Explore All
Fat Tire 7-speed Beach Cruiser Bikes
Quality Equipment - The Best rate in Topsail Island
Surf City
Kayak
Topsail Surf & Cycle, LLC
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🛶 Biltmore Tour
Ages 12+ • 2–3 Hours • Paddle Through America’s Largest Backyard!
Asheville
2-3 Hours
Guided Tour, Kayak
Blue Ridge Paddlesports
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Kids Bike Trailer Rental
Ages 1-4 - Weight limit: 80 lbs
Surf City
Kayak
Topsail Surf & Cycle, LLC
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Transporting Your Kayak, Canoe, SUP Clinic
Open Office Skills/Educational Clinic
Durham
60-90 minutes
Kayak
Frog Hollow Outdoors
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Shark Tooth Island Kayaking Adventure
3 Hour Trip • Most Popular Family Fun! • Hunt for Prehistoric Sharks Teeth!
Wilmington
Kayak
Mahanaim Adventures
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Kitty Hawk Woods Kayak Tour
2 Hours | Beginner and family friendly | All Ages Welcome
Kitty Hawk
Kayak
Stoke Dispensary
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Town Creek/Rice Creek Kayaking Adventure
3 Hour Trip • Great Adventure for Beginners! • Mon - Sat
Wilmington
Kayak
Mahanaim Adventures
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Water Sports - 7 Day Rental
Surfboards, Paddleboards, Kayaks | Rates Vary by Item | Please select rental START day
Wilmington
Kayak
Wrightsville Beach Bikes & Boards
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Rentals • Kayak Paddle
1 Day - 7 Days
Carolina Beach
Kayak
Tony Silvagni Surf School
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Premium Multi-Speed Cruiser Bikes
Comfortable & Classic Design. It's an Electra!
Surf City
Kayak
Topsail Surf & Cycle, LLC
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Paintball Tours Explore All
Private Rock Climbing
1 Hour • Ages 5+ • A Rocky Climbing Adventure Party
Durham
Private Tours
Climbing, Laser Tag, Paintball, Ropes Course
Xtreme Park Adventures
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Airsoft Package
Ages 8+ Recommended • Includes Mask, Gun, Battery, and BB's
Durham
Paintball
Xtreme Park Adventures
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Private Paintball - Rambo
1 Hour • Ages 8+ • Includes All Equipment & 500 Balls • Most Popular • Minimum of 6
Durham
Private Tours
Paintball
Xtreme Park Adventures
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Private Airsoft - Rambo Shooter
1 Hour • Ages 8+ • 6 Player Minimum • Includes Equipment, Instructor & Private Field Time
Durham
Private Tours
Paintball
Xtreme Park Adventures
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Xtreme Kombat Paintball Packages
Ages 8+ Recommended • Includes Mask, Gun, Tank, Hopper & Paintballs
Durham
Paintball
Xtreme Park Adventures
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Xtreme Kombat Paintball - Field Entry ONLY
Have Your Own Equipment? Just Pay For Field Entry • Add On Rentals & Balls If Needed
Durham
Paintball
Xtreme Park Adventures
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Private Airsoft - Xtreme Rage
1 Hour • Ages 8+ • 10 Player Minimum • Includes Equipment, Instructor & Special Gift For B-Day Guest
Durham
Private Tours
Paintball
Xtreme Park Adventures
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VIP Membership
$337 - $437 • 6 Month or 1 Year Memberships • Paintball & Airsoft
Durham
Paintball
Xtreme Park Adventures
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Private Paintball - Xtreme Rage
1 Hour • Ages 8+ • Includes All Equipment, 500 Balls, & Gifts for B-Day Guest! • Minimum of 10
Durham
Private Tours
Paintball
Xtreme Park Adventures
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Airsoft - Field Entry ONLY
Have Your Own Equipment? Just Pay For Field Entry • Can Add On Specific Rentals, BBs, Etc
Durham
Until park closing
Paintball
Xtreme Park Adventures
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Boat Tours Explore All
Teaching Tuesdays
Optional $200 Deposit • 2 hours or 4 hours • Up to 6 Passengers
Morehead City
Boat Tour, Sternwheeler/Riverboat
H2O Captain Eco-Tour Private Boat Excursions
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Carolina Beach Speedboat Run
60 minutes - Drive Your Own Mini Speedboat Through Carolina Beach's Waterways
Carolina Beach
60 minutes
Kid-Friendly
Boat Tour
MACH1 Coastal Adventures
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Custom Excursions
Optional $200 Deposit • Call to Book • Up to 12 Hours • For up to 6 People • All Ages
Morehead City
Boat Tour, Camping
H2O Captain Eco-Tour Private Boat Excursions
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The Afternoon Sun Cruise
All ages! • 2 Hours
Carolina Beach
2 Hours
Boat Tour
Technique Marine LLC
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Money On The Horses: A 2 Island Tour, Sand Dollar Island, and Shackleford Banks
From Only $699 • Optional $200 Deposit • 5 Hours • Up to 6 passengers • All Ages
Morehead City
Boat Tour
H2O Captain Eco-Tour Private Boat Excursions
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Blue Magic — 24 ft Bentley Pontoon
Ages 21+ to rent • 4-8 Hours
Winston-salem
4-8 Hours
Boat Tour
My Lake Life llc
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The Morning Adventure
All ages! • 2 Hours
Carolina Beach
2 Hours
Boat Tour
Technique Marine LLC
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Local Knowledge for Mariners
New to boating in the area? Captain Mark is here to help you!
Morehead City
Boat Tour
H2O Captain Eco-Tour Private Boat Excursions
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Sunset & Dolphin Cruise
3 hours
Morehead City
Private Tours
Boat Tour, Dolphin
H2O Captain Eco-Tour Private Boat Excursions
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'Round We Go: A Private Tour of our Waterways, including the ICW, Shackleford Banks, the Rachel Carson Reserve, legendary Wild H
Optional $200 Deposit • 2.5-3 Hours • Up to 6 passengers • All Ages
Morehead City
Private Tours
Boat Tour
H2O Captain Eco-Tour Private Boat Excursions
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