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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Black River / Ivanhoe
4 to 4.5 Hour Trip • Popular Paddling Destination! • Mon - Sat
2-Hour Semi-Private Cruise
All Ages • Up to 9 Passengers
2 Hours
Private Tours
Boat Tour
Blackbeard Scuba
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Birthday Photoshoot
Celebrate your special day! All Ages • 1 Hour
???? 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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Big Bounce Bottles
The Big Bounce America - Winston-Salem NC
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VIP Membership
$337 - $437 • 6 Month or 1 Year Memberships • Paintball & Airsoft
Durham
Paintball
Xtreme Park Adventures
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Capsize Recovery & Rescue 101
About 1.5 hours
Kayak
Frog Hollow Outdoors
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Jet Ski Island Tour
Must Be 21+ to Drive • Additional Riders Ages 8+ • 90 Minutes • 1-10 Guests
Southport
90 Minutes
Jet Ski Tour
Southport Jet Ski
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Private Sailing Charter
All Ages • 2 Hour Charter • Up to 6 People
Wilmington
Private Tours
The Wilmington Sailing Company
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Visit Asheville Explore All
Asheville Art Walk: Street Art Gems of the South Slope Downtown
All Ages • Up to 20 People • 1 Hour
Blue Ridge Waterfall Tour
Asheville
Driving Tour, Guided Tour, Walking Tour
Tumblestone Tours & Transportation
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Walking Tour - East End -Valley Street
See East End - Valley Street like never before!
Asheville
1.5 hours
Pickup Available
History Tour, Walking Tour
Hood Huggers International
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A Feel For The Furnace: 3 Hour Workshop - Asheville
$265 | 3 Hour Workshop | Ages 13+ | 3 Participants Per Class | Thursdays
Asheville
North Carolina Glass Center
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French Broad Section 9 Whitewater Rafting
Ages 8+ • 4 hours • Beginner friendly
Asheville
Asheville Adventure Company
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Sunset Raft Tour
relaxing evening float
Asheville
2
Kid-Friendly
Cedar Rock Adventures
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Private Raft Brewery Tour
Private Group Brewery Tours
Asheville
Private Tours
Boat Tour, Brewery, Guided Tour
Cedar Rock Adventures
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Downtown Pub Tour - Single Tickets
Most popular! • Ages 12+ • 1.5 hours
Asheville
1.5 hours
Amazing Pubcycle
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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
$75 | 30 Minutes | Ages 11+ | 1 Participant Per Class | Wednesdays
Asheville
North Carolina Glass Center
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Boat Tours Explore All
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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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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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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Black River Nature Cruise
See the Black River up close! | 4hours | Naturalist Tour guide on board
Wilmington
Boat Tour
Cape Fear Riverboats
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Chartered Private Rental
All Ages • 2-4 Hour Options • Up to 9 Passengers
2, 3, and 4 Hour Options
Private Tours
Boat Tour
Blackbeard Scuba
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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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'Round We Go! A Private Excursion of our Waterways, including the Intracoastal Waterway (ICW), Shackleford Banks, Wild Horses, B
Optional $200 Deposit • 2.5-3 Hours • Up to 6 passengers • All Ages
Morehead City
Private Tours
Boat Tour
H2O Captain Eco-Tour Private Boat Excursions
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Steam Pot Seafood Boil Excursion
All Ages • 3 Hours • 6 Guests Covered, Can Accommodate Up to 12
4 Hours
Private Tours
Boat Tour
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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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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Kid-Friendly Tours Explore All
Caribbean Crew Full Day
Experience the cruising lifestyle
Valentine's Mini Sessions
Celebrate love with a Valentine's Day Photo Mini Session at Picture Project CLT!
Rentals • NSP Hard Top Surfboards • 6’8”
5 Hours-7 Days
Carolina Beach
Tony Silvagni Surf School
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Water Sports - 5 Day Rental
Surfboards, Paddleboards, Kayaks | Rates Vary by Item | Please select rental start day
Kayak
Wrightsville Beach Bikes & Boards
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Half Day Private Charter
*CUSTOMER FAVORITE* • Max of 13 people • 3 Hours (option to add hours)
Wilmington
3 Hours from pickup to drop off (option to add a
Private Tours
Epic Excursions NC
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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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Bella Cocktail Sail
Sunset Cruise • 2 Hours • Up to 6 People
Wrightsville Beach
Private Tours
Sound Side
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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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Downtown Asheville E-Bike Tour
Offered Multiple Times per Day! • Approximately 3 hours
Kayak Tours Explore All
Hourly On Site Kayak & SUP Rentals
1 to 2 Hours | Family Fun | Available daily
Kitty Hawk
Kayak
Stoke Dispensary
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Tandem Bike Rental
Fun Ride for Two! Rider's height range: 5'2" - 6'1"
Club Carrot Island and Ponies Paddle | March 14
Enter your membership number upon booking, 100% cost covered with membership
Kayak Tour: Nags Head Bodie Island
2 Hours | Intermediate Level | Ages 6+
Fat Tire 7-speed Beach Cruiser Bikes
Quality Equipment - The Best rate in Topsail Island
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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Premium Multi-Speed Cruiser Bikes
Comfortable & Classic Design. It's an Electra!
Tandem Kayak Rental
Quality Equipment - The Best rates in Topsail Island
Holly Shelter Creek Kayaking Adventure
3 Hour Trip • Nature at It's Best! • Mon - Sun
Paintball Tours Explore All
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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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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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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VIP Membership
$337 - $437 • 6 Month or 1 Year Memberships • Paintball & Airsoft
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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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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Xtreme Kombat Paintball Packages
Ages 8+ Recommended • Includes Mask, Gun, Tank, Hopper & Paintballs
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
Private Tours
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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