Top Things to do in North Carolina
Top Hotels in North Carolina
- 1. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Asheville Downtown, an IHG Hotel
- 2. Hampton Inn & Suites Asheville Biltmore Area
- 3. Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort
- 4. Hampton Inn & Suites Asheville Biltmore Village
- 5. Embassy Suites by Hilton Charlotte Uptown
- 6. Hampton Inn & Suites Outer Banks / Corolla
- 7. Tru by Hilton Fayetteville I 95
- 8. Drury Inn & Suites Charlotte Arrowood
- 9. Bridgepointe Hotel and Marina
- 10. The Dunhill Hotel
The 7 Best Natural History Museums in North Carolina, United States
North Carolina has something for everyone, with the highest mountains in the eastern U.S., 300 miles of pristine coastline, quaint towns and vibrant cities. From the mountains to the sea, explore the natural, scenic beauty, discover outdoor adventure or try one of 500 golf courses, including the legendary Pinehurst No. 2. Discover a favorite among 100 wineries and 60 craft breweries, tour historic and cultural treasures, sample farm to table delicacies and get the thrill of motorsports in the "home" of NASCAR.
Restaurants in North Carolina
1. North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2,284 reviews
The Southeast's largest natural history museum features dinosaurs, whale skeletons, live animals, walk-through dioramas, special exhibits, hands-on science education and accessible scientists. IMLS National Medal Finalist, 2014.
Reviewed By sarahsavvy - Sevierville, United States
We spent multiple rainy Sundays here, we love this museum so many different sections, they have a butterfly exhibit,a sloth exhibit, dinosaurs, fossils,Arthropods and many other things highly recommend this museum the best in the state
2. Museum of Coastal Carolina
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 166 reviews
The interesting exhibits, dioramas and interactive displays of this museum depicts the natural history of coastal North and South Carolina.
Reviewed By juliacI5670VL
Whenever we are in the area we try ti pop in here. Informative and great displays. Lovely staff and always a new exhibit to see. Good value for money, varied displays that teaches you about the area and wildlife.
3. Rush Wray Museum - Yancey History Association
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2 reviews
4. Federal Point History Center
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 7 reviews
5. Old Jail Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 12 reviews
The old jail which houses the museum was built back in 1912. The museum includes a Cherokee exhibit, an old time kitchen, Dr. Killian's 1940's era Doctor's office,feed sack exhibit, old jail cells and as of 2017 a Clay County African American exhibit plus a seasonal art exhibit.
Reviewed By pamelarL1854CS
Have visited this location several times and see something different and interesting each time. Great history of the local area!
6. Bear-Ology Black Bear Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 9 reviews
Bear-Ology is a small black bear museum with big ideas. Dispel myths and uncover little known truths about these magnificent animals. Visitors also have the opportunity to learn why the Coastal Plain of North Carolina has the world's largest black bears and the highest black bear densities on the planet! The museum includes a 30-seat theater with a 20 minute film.
Reviewed By Pauline320210 - Four Oaks, United States
If you like hunting or animals, you will like this place. You will learn a lot about bears in Plymouth,NC and how prevalent they are around Washington county. The lady that does the tour is very knowledgeable and is a resident of the area
7. Wayne County Museum
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 20 reviews
Located in the historic downtown district of Goldsboro,NC, the Wayne County Museum is dedicated to preserving the history and heritage of the Goldsboro and Wayne County community. We are proud to be a stop on the Civil War Trails, a program which highlights sites of importance across North Carolina and the South. Our gift shop carries a selection of books and unique gifts centering around Wayne County's unique history!
