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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Planning the perfect vacation in North Carolina is easier than ever with our all-in-one platform for finding and booking day trips, tours, excursions, and memorable local experiences. Browse curated activities, compare options, and check live availability so you can reserve your must-do adventures well before you arrive in North Carolina. By booking ahead, you skip the hassle of searching once you're already on vacation and avoid missing out on popular experiences that fill up fast. Let us help you build a trip that’s smooth, stress-free, and filled with the moments you’ll remember most.
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
Beer City Brewery Tours South Slope
• Asheville's Best Brewery Tour in 3 Hours •Book Now or Call 828-677-2337 (BEER)
Asheville
Beer City Brewery Tours LLC
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Grand Opening Party
FREE! • 1 Hour • All Ages
Winston-salem
1 hour
Taste Buds Kitchen - Winston-Salem
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Baby Goat Snuggles
Durham
Private Tours
Old Mill Farm Durham
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1 Hr Freestyle Jet Ski Rental
"Freestyle" Ride at Your Own Pace in Our 9 Mile Riding Area
Surf City
Jet Ski Rental
Surf City Jet Ski Rentals
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Blue Ridge Parkway & Waterfall Hiking Tour
Asheville
Driving Tour, Guided Tour, Walking Tour
Tumblestone Tours & Transportation
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Afternoon Sail
Starting at $115 | Fun in the sun | 2 Hour Sail | Private or Public
Wilmington
Private Tours
Sailing
Shamrock Sailing
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Kayak Tour: Bodie Biolum
1.5-2 Hours | Ages 6+ | Intermediate Level | Night
Floating Bar Crawl Tour
4 Hours • Ages 21+
Asheville
4
Guided Tour
Cedar Rock Adventures
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6 Passenger Golf Cart
Perfect Way To Enjoy The Island! Ages 21+
2.5 Hr History, Haunts & Pub Mini-Tour
Highlights of Historic Downtown
Wilmington
Wilmington Bike & Brew Tours, LLC
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Boat Tours Explore All
Double Trouble: Shack Attack and a Lighthouse!!
Optional $200 Deposit • 5-6 Hours • Private Charter
Morehead City
Private Tours
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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The Afternoon Sun Cruise
All ages! • 2 Hours
Carolina Beach
2 Hours
Boat Tour
Technique Marine LLC
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Club Memberships
Join the Kayak Carolina Paddling Club!
Private Tours
Boat Rental, Boat Tour, Canoe, Eco Tour, Environmental Attraction, Guided Tour, Kayak, Rentals, Self-Guided Tour, Sightseeing Tour, Water Activities, Wellness, Wildlife, Winter Activities, Workshop
Kayak Carolina
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Chartered Private Rental
All Ages • 2-4 Hour Options • Up to 10 Passengers
2, 3, and 4 Hour Options
Private Tours
Boat Tour
Blackbeard Scuba
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Sunset Cruise
All ages • 1 Hr 15 Min
Southport
1 Hour 15 Minutes
Boat Tour
Oak Island Boat Tours
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Sunset River Cruise
Full Bar | Enjoy the holiday lights & the Sunset!
Wilmington
Boat Tour
Cape Fear Riverboats
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Sunset Sail
2 Hour Sail | Most Popular! | Private or Public
Wrightsville Beach
Private Tours
Boat Tour, Sailing, Sunset Sail
Shamrock Sailing
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Sightseeing Tour
All ages • 1 Hr 15 Min
Southport
1 Hour 15 Minutes
Boat Tour
Oak Island Boat Tours
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Finale Rosborough Charter with Captain
All Ages •2 and 3 and 4 Hour Options • Up to 6 Passengers
3 and 4 Hour Options
Private Tours
Boat Tour
Sunset Boat Cruises
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Paintball Tours Explore All
Full Day Summer Camp
Ages 7-16 • 9am to 4pm Everyday for 5 Days • The Perfect Place for your Kids this Summer!
Durham
Laser Tag, Paintball, Ropes Course
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 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 - Casual
1 Hour • Ages 8+ • Includes All Equipment & 200 Balls • Best for Beginners • Minimum of 6
Durham
Private Tours
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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Xtreme Kombat Paintball Packages
Ages 8+ Recommended • Includes Mask, Gun, Tank, Hopper & Paintballs
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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Half Day Summer Camp
Ages 7-16 • 9am to 12pm Everyday for 5 Days • The Perfect Place for your Kids this Summer!
Durham
Laser Tag, Paintball, Ropes Course
Xtreme Park Adventures
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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: Sculpture in Miniature - Asheville
$108 | 50 Min | Ages 13+ | 2 Participants Per Class | Thursdays
Asheville
50 minutes
North Carolina Glass Center
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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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🛶 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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Canoe the river to local craft breweries
Ages 18+ • 3.5 Hours
Asheville
4 hours
Brewery, Canoe
Cedar Rock Adventures
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Hot Shop 201: Intermediate Glassblowing - Asheville
$925 I 8 weeks (3 hours per week) I Ages 16+ | Wednesday Evenings
Asheville
North Carolina Glass Center
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Veterans Community Day - Flame Shop
May 2 | Donation Based | 30 Minutes | Ages 11+ | 1 Participant Per Class
Asheville
30 Minutes
Kid-Friendly
North Carolina Glass Center
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Sunset Raft Tour
relaxing evening float
Asheville
2
Kid-Friendly
Cedar Rock Adventures
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Driving Tour
Bringing Asheville Black History Alive!
Asheville
90 minutes
History Tour
Hood Huggers International
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French Broad Section 9 Whitewater Rafting
Ages 8+ • 4 hours • Beginner friendly
Asheville
Asheville Adventure Company
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Kayak Tours Explore All
Kayak Intermediate
About 1.5 hours
Kid-Friendly
Kayak
Frog Hollow Outdoors
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Two Hour Kayak Tour
All Ages • Relaxing Adventure! • Participants Must be Able to Swim
Carolina Beach
Kayak
Tony Silvagni Surf School
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Private Kayak Tour of Black River
3 Hour | Experience nature's mysterious beauty on the Black River!
Kelly
Private Tours
Kayak
Kayak Carolina
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Single Kayak Rental
Quality Equipment - The Best rates in Topsail Island
Fishing Kayak Rental
Quality Equipment - The Best rates in Topsail Island
Bodyboards and Skimboards
Half day, full day, & multi day rentals
Kids Bike Trailer Rental
Ages 1-4 - Weight limit: 80 lbs
Full Moon Kayaking with Picnic
3 Hour Trip • Experience The Awe of Paddling Under A Full Moon
Kayak Rental Shark's Tooth Island
Singles & Doubles -- Includes Free Delivery & Pickup, Paddle, PFD, Seatback, Orientation/Directions
Wilmington
1-3 hours, 4-6 hours and Full Day Available; You
Kayak
Kayak Carolina
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Kid-Friendly Tours Explore All
Local Film History River Cruise
Lights, Camera, Wilmington
Wilmington
90min.
Wilmington Water Tours
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Half Day Rental • Scenic Paddle
For all ages! • 4 Hours • Up to 2 Adults and 1 Child per Canoe
Asheville
Private Tours
Asheville Canoe House
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2 Hr Freestyle Jet Ski Rental
"Freestyle" Ride at Your Own Pace in Our 9 Mile Riding Area
Surf City
2 Hours
Kid-Friendly
Jet Ski Rental
Surf City Jet Ski Rentals
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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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NEW for 2026: Rachel Carson Reserve Explorer – Private Boat Adventure plus walking on the island
From only $599! • Optional $200 Deposit • 4 Hours • Up to 6 passengers • All Ages
Morehead City
Private Tours
H2O Captain Eco-Tour Private Boat Excursions
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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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Family Cooking Class
Ages 6-17 • Cook with your kids
Winston-salem
2 hours
Kid-Friendly
Cooking Class
Taste Buds Kitchen - Winston-Salem
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Bella Half-Day Catamaran Sail
All Ages • 4 Hours • Up to Six People
Wrightsville Beach
Private Tours
Sound Side
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Movie Night!
Surf City
2.5
Kid-Friendly
Topsail Aquarium
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4 Passenger Golf Cart
Perfect Way To Enjoy The Island! Ages 21+