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
Sunset Sail
2 Hour Sail | Most Popular! | Private or Public
Wrightsville Beach
Boat Tour, Private Tours, Sailing, Sunset Sail
Shamrock Sailing
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Driving Tour
Bringing Asheville Black History Alive!
Asheville
90 minutes
History Tour
Hood Huggers International
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Asheville Brewery & History Walking Tour
Explore Asheville’s best breweries with local beer experts!
Asheville
3 hours
Brewery, History Tour, Kid Friendly, Walking Tour
BREW-ed
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Waterfall Hike & Jeep Excursion
3-4 Hours | Gravel Roads | 4-5 waterfalls
Pisgah Forest
Private Tours
Asheville Jeep Tours
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2026 Thursday Night Women's Winter Golf League - $300 Individual $600 Team
Golf, Sports, Winter Activities
Turfs Up OBX
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Private Tour: The Cape Lookout Lighthouse
Optional $200 Deposit • 5 Hours • Up to 6 passengers • All Ages
Morehead City
Boat Tour, Private Tours
H2O Captain Eco-Tour Private Boat Excursions
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Team Building Event
Tranquil Family Biltmore Rafting Tour (Private)
3.5 Hours • Up to 5 People per Boat • Great For All Ages (4+)!
Asheville
Private Tours
Asheville Adventure Company
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Cabana Enhancements
Wrightsville Beach
4 hours
Blockade Runner Beach Resort
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Sea The Show
See the music from the water | Private | 5 Hours
5 Hours
Boat Rental, Private Tours
Good Energy Charters
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Boat Tours Explore All
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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2-Hour Semi-Private Cruise
All Ages • Up to 9 Passengers
2 Hours
Boat Tour, Private Tours
Blackbeard Scuba
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Sunset Cruise
All Ages • 2-4 Hour Options • Up to 12 Passengers
2, 3, and 4 Hour Options
Boat Tour
Blackbeard Scuba
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BWB Repeat • Boat, Walk, Beach...Repeat aka Wild Horses & Great Shelling! Private Excursion
From only $569! • Optional $200 Deposit • 4 Hours • Up to 6 passengers • All Ages
Morehead City
Boat Tour, Private Tours
H2O Captain Eco-Tour Private Boat Excursions
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Steam Pot Seafood Boil Excursion
All Ages • 4 Hours • 6 Guests Covered, Can Accommodate Up to 12
4 Hours
Boat Tour, Private Tours
Sunset Boat Cruises
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Journey to the Past: Ye Olde Cemetery & Beyond…
From only $699! • Optional $200 Deposit • 5 Hours • Up to 6 passengers • All Ages
Morehead City
Boat Rental, Boat Tour, Horse, Walking Tour
H2O Captain Eco-Tour Private Boat Excursions
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Sunset Cruise
For all ages! • Watch the sun drop below the horizon!
Carolina Beach
2 Hours
Boat Tour
Capt. Charlie’s Adventures
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Double Trouble: Shack Attack and a Lighthouse!!
Optional $200 Deposit • 5-6 Hours • Private Charter
Morehead City
Boat Tour, Private Tours
H2O Captain Eco-Tour Private Boat Excursions
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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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A 3-Island Tour: Sand Dollars, Wild Horses, and a Lighthouse!!
Optional $200 Deposit • Sand Dollars, Wild Horses, and a Lighthouse, Oh My! Up to 6 hours.
Morehead City
Boat Tour
H2O Captain Eco-Tour Private Boat Excursions
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Kayak Tours Explore All
Private Tour of Zeke's Island Salt Marsh Reserve
$300 | 2.5-3 Hours | Explore the saltmarsh by kayak -- Learn about the birdlife, history and ecology
Kure Beach
Kayak, Private Tours
Kayak Carolina
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Kayak Rental Zeke's Island
Singles & Doubles -- Includes Free Delivery & Pickup, Paddle, PFD, Seatback, Orientation/Directions
Single Kayak Rental
All Ages • Different rental options
Wrightsville Beach
Kayak
Sound Side
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Club Black River Mistletoe Gathering Tour | Sat. December 6
Enter your membership number upon booking, 100% cost covered with membership
Kids Bike Trailer Rental
Ages 1-4 - Weight limit: 80 lbs
Beach Cooler Rental
Lake Drummond & Great Dismal Swamp
About 4-6 Hours
Kayak
Frog Hollow Outdoors
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Single Kayak Rental
Quality Equipment - The Best rates in Topsail Island
Kayak Intermediate
About 1.5 hours
Kayak, Kid Friendly
Frog Hollow Outdoors
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Club Full Moon Paddle | Dec. 4, Jan. 3, Feb. 1, Mar. 3
Every month: Enter your membership number upon booking, 100% cost covered with membership
Visit Asheville Explore All
Sky's The Limit Tour
3 Hours • 3 Roof Top Bars! • Afternoon Tour
Asheville
Asheville Rooftop Bar Tours, LLC
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Flame Shop: Pumpkin Spiced Tasty Treats - Asheville
$102 | 60 Min | Ages 13+ | 2 Participants Per Class | Fridays
Asheville
North Carolina Glass Center
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Walking Tour - East End -Valley Street
See East End - Valley Street like never before!
Asheville
1.5 hours
Pickup Available, Walking Tour
Hood Huggers International
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Driving Tour
Bringing Asheville Black History Alive!
Asheville
90 minutes
History Tour
Hood Huggers International
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Asheville Tubing Adventures
Ages 4+ • 2 hours • Tubes with Cup holders! • Enjoy the cruise!
Asheville
Asheville Adventure Company
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???? River Arts Tour
Ages 12+ • ~1.5 - 2 hours • Paddle RAD
Asheville
90 Minutes
Guided Tour
Blue Ridge Paddlesports
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Flame Shop: 30 Minute Make Your Own - Asheville
$70 | 30 Minutes | Ages 11+ | 1 Participant Per Class | Wednesdays
Asheville
North Carolina Glass Center
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Electric Bike Rental • Full Day
Starting at $89 • Lock and Helmet Included • Ages 16+
Blue Ridge Waterfall Tour
Asheville
Driving Tour, Guided Tour, Walking Tour
Tumblestone Tours & Transportation
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Great Cookie Caper - ASHEVILLE MALL LOCATION
Are you clever enough to catch the Ginger Bread Man
Asheville
Private Tours
FOX-N-OTTER
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Paintball Tours Explore All
VIP Membership
$337 - $437 • 6 Month or 1 Year Memberships • Paintball & Airsoft
Durham
Paintball
Xtreme Park Adventures
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Private Rock Climbing
1 Hour • Ages 5+ • A Rocky Climbing Adventure Party
Durham
Climbing, Laser Tag, Paintball, Private Tours, Ropes Course
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 - Rambo Shooter
1 Hour • Ages 8+ • 6 Player Minimum • Includes Equipment, Instructor & Private Field Time
Durham
Paintball, Private Tours
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, Balls, Etc
Durham
Paintball
Xtreme Park Adventures
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Private Paintball - Casual
1 Hour • Ages 8+ • Includes All Equipment & 200 Balls • Best for Beginners • Minimum of 6
Durham
Paintball, Private Tours
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
Paintball, Private Tours
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 - Xtreme Rage
1 Hour • Ages 8+ • Includes All Equipment, 500 Balls, & Gifts for B-Day Guest! • Minimum of 10
Durham
Paintball, Private Tours
Xtreme Park Adventures
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Kid-Friendly Tours Explore All
Tubing Reservations • South Asheville's French Broad River
Shuttles depart every 30 minutes. Group booking for 20+ people!
Asheville
Approx 3 hours
Kid Friendly, Shuttle
Zen Tubing
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Stand Up Paddleboard (SUP) Basics
About 1.5 hours
Kid Friendly
Frog Hollow Outdoors
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Black Water Adventure
All Ages • 1 Hour and 45 minutes • Every Saturday • On the Northeast Cape Fear River
Wilmington
1 hour 45 minutes
Kid Friendly
Wilmington Water Tours
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Carnivorous Plants on Horseshoe Lake
About 4-5 Hours
Kid Friendly
Frog Hollow Outdoors
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Birthday Party (Ages 9-13)
2 hours • Up to 36 guests
Winston-salem
2 hours
Kid Friendly
Taste Buds Kitchen - Winston-Salem
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Canoe Basics
About 1.5 hours
Kid Friendly
Frog Hollow Outdoors
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Night Paddle
About 3 Hours
Kayak, Kid Friendly
Frog Hollow Outdoors
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Sherlock's Library
60 Minutes | 58% Success Rate
Raleigh
60 Minutes
Escape Room, Kid Friendly
All In Adventures - Raleigh, NC
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Rydables Holiday Lights Tour
1 Hour
Charlotte
1 Hour
Kid Friendly, Private Tours
Charlotte NC Tours
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Traveling Outpost Self-Guided Trips
Up to 3 hours
Kid Friendly
Frog Hollow Outdoors
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