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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 site gives you a fast, convenient way to explore the best tours, excursions, and experiences available for your vacation in North Carolina. With up-to-date schedules, clear descriptions, and secure booking directly with local operators, you can lock in the activities you’re excited about before your trip even begins. No more scrambling for last-minute openings - just confident planning and more time to enjoy your getaway. Let us help you turn your vacation in North Carolina into something truly memorable.

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

4.9
Private
Beautiful Self Guided Kayaking by the Biltmore

Ages 12+ • 2.5-3.5 hours • A relaxing and spectacularly beautiful float

Asheville
Private Tours
Kayak
Asheville Adventure Company
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Ages 13+
Dock & Dine

Take your charter to the next level with our curated Dock & Dine options.

3 - 4 Hours
Good Energy Charters
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Kid-Friendly
Ages 5+
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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Nightmares Around Elm Street Tour - Greensboro

Stroll through Greensboro's streets by candlelight! • 1.5 hours • Prices from $15 per adult

1.5 hours
Carolina History & Haunts
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Shelling Trip

For all ages! • Let's go look for some sea shells!

Carolina Beach
3 - 6 Hour Options
Wildlife
Capt. Charlie’s Adventures
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Private
Elk Viewing Photo Tour

$135 - $155 per person | 3.5-Hour Trip | All Levels Welcome!

Private Tours
WNC Photo Tours
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Private
24' Yellowfin Bay Boat w/ Tower & Mercury 350

Starting at $400 • All Ages • 3-8 Hours • Up to 4 Anglers • Sells Out!

Oak Island
Private Tours
Two Conchs - Oak Island NC
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4.9
1.5 Hr Sunset Tour

Approx 25 Miles Round Trip to Rich's Inlet -20 minute sand bar swim break 1/2 way

Surf City
Surf City Jet Ski Rentals
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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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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
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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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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Airsoft Package

Ages 8+ Recommended • Includes Mask, Gun, Battery, and BB's

Durham
Paintball
Xtreme Park Adventures
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Private
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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Private
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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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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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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Private
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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Boat Tours Explore All

Private
Sunrise Paddle in the Zeke's Island Reserve

2.5-3 Hour Tour • Experience the majestic sunrise colors from the front row of your kayak

Kure Beach
Private Tours
Aquarium, Boat Tour, Canoe, Dolphin, Eco Tour, Environmental Attraction, Ferry, Guided Tour, Kayak, Photography Tour, Rentals, Self-Guided Tour, Sightseeing Tour, Snowmobile, Water Activities, Wellness, Wildlife
Kayak Carolina
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Private
Paloma Blanca USCG Charter with Captain

All Ages • 2 and 3 and 4 Hour Options • 6-12 Passengers

3 and 4 Hour Options
Private Tours
Boat Tour
Sunset Boat Cruises
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5
A Most Secluded Place

From only $599! • Optional $200 Deposit • 4 Hours • Up to 6 passengers • All Ages

Morehead City
Boat Tour
H2O Captain Eco-Tour Private Boat Excursions
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5
Private
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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5
Canals of Pine Knoll Shores plus Livin’ the Dream on Spooners and Pelletier Creeks

From only $569! • Optional $200 Deposit • 2.5 Hours • Up to 6 passengers • All Ages

Morehead City
Boat Tour
H2O Captain Eco-Tour Private Boat Excursions
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5
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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5
Private
Private Tour: The Cape Lookout Lighthouse

Optional $200 Deposit • 5 Hours • Up to 6 passengers • All Ages

Morehead City
Private Tours
Boat Tour
H2O Captain Eco-Tour Private Boat Excursions
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Private
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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Kayak Tours Explore All

Weekly Rentals: Kayaks, SUPs

Weekly Rates | All Ages Welcome | Free Delivery

Kitty Hawk
Kayak
Stoke Dispensary
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5
Kids Bicycle Rentals

Ages 4-12, Bikes with or withouth training wheels

Kayak
Topsail Surf & Cycle, LLC
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Water Sports - 3 Day Rental

Surfboards, Paddleboards, Kayaks | Rates Vary by Item | Please select rental start day

Kayak
Wrightsville Beach Bikes & Boards
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5
Tandem Bike Rental

Fun Ride for Two! Rider's height range: 5'2" - 6'1"

Kayak
Topsail Surf & Cycle, LLC
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Kayak Rental Shark's Tooth Island

Singles & Doubles -- Includes Free Delivery & Pickup, Paddle, PFD, Seatback, Orientation/Directions

Wilmington
Kayak
Kayak Carolina
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Historic Eagle Island Kayaking Adventure

3 Hour Trip • Ride with the Tides! • Mon - Sat

Kayak
Mahanaim Adventures
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Kayak Tour: Cape Hatteras National Seashore

2 Hours | Intermediate Level | Ages 6+

Just South Of Rodanthe
Kayak
Stoke Dispensary
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5
Bodyboards and Skimboards

Half day, full day, & multi day rentals

Kayak
Topsail Surf & Cycle, LLC
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Water Sports - 1 Day Rental

Surfboards, Paddleboards, Kayaks | Rates Vary by Item | Please select rental start day

Kayak
Wrightsville Beach Bikes & Boards
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Visit Asheville Explore All

Ages 12+
???? River Arts Tour

Ages 12+ • ~1.5 - 2 hours • Paddle RAD

Asheville
90 Minutes
Guided Tour
Blue Ridge Paddlesports
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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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Ages 12+
4.9
Downtown Pub Tour - Single Tickets

Most popular! • Ages 12+ • 1.5 hours

Asheville
1.5 hours
Amazing Pubcycle
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4.9
Flame Shop: 30 Minute Make Your Own - Asheville

$75 | 30 Minutes | Ages 11+ | 1 Participant Per Class | Wednesdays

Asheville
North Carolina Glass Center
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4.9
Asheville Tubing Adventures

Ages 4+ • 2 hours • Tubes with Cup holders! • Enjoy the cruise!

Asheville
Asheville Adventure Company
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5
Electric Bike Rental • Full Day

Starting at $89 • Lock and Helmet Included • Ages 16+

Asheville
The Flying Bike
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Sunset and City Lights Tour

Evening Tour • 3 Hours • 3 Rooftop Bars! Begins November 2nd!

Asheville
Asheville Rooftop Bar Tours, LLC
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Kid-Friendly
Ages 1+
Asheville Brewery & History Walking Tour

Explore Asheville’s best breweries with local beer experts!

Asheville
2 or 3 hours
Kid-Friendly
Brewery, History Tour, Walking Tour
BREW-ed
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Kid-Friendly Tours Explore All

4.9
Wait List

Don't see a date and time that works for you? Join the wait list!

Asheville
Amazing Pubcycle
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GIRLS ONLY Skate Camp: 2026

1 Session | Mon-Fri 8am-2pm | All Skill Levels

Right Coast Sessions
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Water Sports - 3 Day Rental

Surfboards, Paddleboards, Kayaks | Rates Vary by Item | Please select rental start day

Kayak
Wrightsville Beach Bikes & Boards
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Weekly Rentals: Kayaks, SUPs

Weekly Rates | All Ages Welcome | Free Delivery

Kitty Hawk
Kayak
Stoke Dispensary
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Kid-Friendly
Ages 9+
5
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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Private
Personalized Day Trip, Full day 8 hours

8 Hour day trip • Up to 5 people ages 12+


Private Tours Guided Tour
Outta Asheville
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4.5
90 Mins Session at Fayetteville

Ages 8+ • Our Most Popular Option!

Fayetteville
Axes & Armor
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Ages 18+
Club Full Moon Paddle | Jan. 3, Feb. 1, Mar. 3

Full Moon Paddles every month

Wilmington
3 hours
Kayak
Kayak Carolina
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