10 Best Things to Do in North Carolina

Explore North Carolina through ten selected experiences. Before making plans, check current official travel advice, entry requirements and local access conditions. Numbers indicate editorial list order, not independently scored rankings.

1. Explore the Blue Ridge Mountains' open trails

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2. Visit the Biltmore Estate and gardens

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3. Discover the Outer Banks' beaches and lighthouses

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4. Explore the Wright brothers' history at Kitty Hawk

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5. Visit the North Carolina Museum of Art

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6. Discover Asheville's craft and food scene

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7. Explore Great Smoky Mountains National Park's eastern side

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8. Walk Wilmington's historic riverfront

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9. Discover the coastal habitats of Cape Lookout

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10. Taste regional North Carolina barbecue

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