Location: Cherokee
Top Things to do in Cherokee
Things to do in Cherokee, North Carolina (NC): The Best Gift & Specialty Shops
Located at the entrance to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Cherokee is the headquarters for the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians. Signs around town are in English and Cherokee, and the city itself is anchored by the Harrah's Cherokee Casino. The tourist-oriented area is rich in outdoor activities for the entire family. The tribe runs a botanical garden, cultural museum, Indian village recreation, historical dramas, and an arts and crafts center.
Restaurants in Cherokee
1. Our Place
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
2. The What's Hot Shop
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5.0 based on 17 reviews
3. Unique Gift Outlet
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5.0 based on 48 reviews
Retail store offering Native made crafts, Sterling Silver Jewely, T-Shirts, Quilts, Souvenirs, and Gifts.
Reviewed By FLLovestoroam
Unique Gift Outlet is by far the best gift shop in Cherokee. If you are short on time, make sure you visit here first! They have an amazing selection of Cherokee books, jewelry, t-shirts, garden items, candy, souvenirs ----truly something for everyone! The staff is friendly & helpful too. After shopping, just walk across the sidewalk and have a delicious meal at Sassy Sunflowers Bakery & Cafe. Unique Gift Outlet is in a convenient location at 1655 Acquoni Rd. not too far from the entrance to the GSMNP. Don't miss it!
4. Native American Craft Shop
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5.0 based on 16 reviews
Located on the Cherokee Indian Reservation, Native American Craft Shop features the Southeast's largest collection of Native made crafts and art. Cherokee owned and operated.
Reviewed By TheGilmoreGirlz
Not just authentic creations by Cherokee, also turquoise southwestern Indian jewelry and crafts. Diverse collections of baskets, pottery, sculptures, blankets, jewelry, fetishes, soaps and too many others to list here. There are some collectible items like pricey carvings, baskets, painted gourds, and large to small pottery, and the usual modestly priced tourist trinkets. If you look hard and ask some questions, you can find something spectacular or simple - depending on your budget. Very pleased with my stone carved totem by Joel Queen!
5. R&R Indoor Gem Mine
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
Visit R & R Indoor Gem Mine for Gem Panning and Custom Jewelry in the heart of Cherokee! Visit our online store CherokeeGems64 on Etsy.com
6. Talking Leaves
7. Medicine Man Crafts
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5.0 based on 19 reviews
Authentic local handmade crafts, arts and herbals since 1963
Reviewed By 851judyn
Medicine Man Crafts has been in business for over 50 years and THAT speaks LOUDLY of their abilities. You can find more authentic Cherokee crafts ( carvings, jewelry, baskets) than almost every other shop in Cherokee. Locally owned and operated, every customer is treated with the same enthusiasm and customer service. I have been going there ( and purchasing) for over 40 years. TRY it YOU'LL Like IT!!!! :)
8. Qualla Arts and Crafts Mutual
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4.5 based on 238 reviews
This cooperative sells Cherokee Indian crafts, such as clay pots and handmade clothes.
Reviewed By 69UsAf73 - Gainesville, United States
This is a coop where all the Native Americans bring their hand made crafts to sell. There is some awesome craafts on display here and worth every penny. The prices may seem high, and they are but as the saying goes you get what you pay for. Hand carvings, baskets and jewelry just to name a few. Worth the stop just to enjoy the beauty of this talented craftsman.
9. Bearmeats Indian Den
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4.5 based on 114 reviews
Reviewed By 917beare - Atlantic Beach, United States
In this time of made in China junk and typical tourist trap junk, it was a pleasure to enter this charming establishment. David Smith is the owner of Bearmeat's Indian Den. The Arts & Crafts are truly authentic and genuine. They take the time to explain what it is you are getting. The quality is top shelf. The entire staff is extremely friendly and knowledgable. Their mountain apples and cabbage are awesome.We will be returning in the near future.
10. Four season chrisrmas shop
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4.5 based on 9 reviews
