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Explore North Carolina with this all-in-one guidebook, packed with more than 400 of the best destinations, organized by theme.
If you’ve ever asked, “What should we do today?” then grab a copy of North Carolina Day Trips. You’ll discover hundreds of unique attractions around the Tar Heel State, including the fun, the fascinating, and the downright unusual. This comprehensive guide by North Carolina native and travel guru Marla Hardee Milling is jam-packed with the top spots for entertainment and excitement. Take a simple day trip or string together a longer vacation of activities that appeal to you. Useful for singles, couples, and families—visitors and residents alike—this guide encompasses a wide range of interests.
You’ll find beaches, gardens, and waterfalls; antique stores and flea markets; and chapters that feature festivals, museums, and performing arts. So find an adventure that feels handpicked for you. With North Carolina Day Trips at your fingertips, you’ll always have something to do!
Features You’ll Appreciate:
- Sections divided by theme for easy reference—decide what to do, then figure out where to do it
- Destinations based on such themes as Cherokee Indian Culture, Foodie Delights, and Movie & TV Locales
- Activities for a variety of interests
- Handy size that’s perfect for traveling
Marla Hardee Milling is a native of Asheville and a seventh generation Buncombe County resident. Her career includes 10 years as a news producer at WLOS-TV in Asheville, six years as director of communications at Mars Hill College (now University) and 35+ years as a freelance writer and author. She’s written three nonfiction books on Asheville, has penned more than 1,000 published essays and articles, and is a long-time contributing editor for Blue Ridge Country magazine. She loves exploring the North Carolina backroads with her family.
Dedication
Acknowledgments
A Taste of North Carolina
- Craft Beer, Wine, & Cider
- Foodie Delights
- Other Tasty Festivals
Books, Movies, & Music
- Literary Landmarks & Bookstores
- Movie & TV Locales
- Old-Time Music
Historic Sites & Museums
- Art Museums
- Biltmore Estate
- Cherokee Indian Culture
- Other Indian Tribes of North Carolina
- Heritage Sites
- Historic Homes
- History Museums
For the Young at Heart
- Arts & Crafts
- Festivals
- Fun & Games
- Kids’ Museums
- Weird & Wacky
On the Go
- Cars, Motorcycles, & Trucks
- Trains, Planes, & Ships
Spend Time Outdoors
- Gardens, Flowers, & Arboretums
- Natural Wonders
- Outdoor Adventures
- Rocks & Minerals
- Waterfalls
- Wildlife Adventures
- Beaches & Lighthouses
Other Day Trips
- Spas & Wellness Retreats
- Antique Stores
- Flea Markets
- Thrift Shops
Index
About the Author