Location: Benson
Top Things to do in Benson
What to do and see in Benson, United States: The Best Places and Tips
Benson is a town located in Johnston County, North Carolina, United States. The town is best known as the intersection of Interstates 95 and 40. Each year Benson celebrates Mule Days the 4th Saturday of September, a festival that attracts over 60,000 people each year. In 2010, the population was 3,311.
Restaurants in Benson
1. Broadslab Distillery
Overall Ratings
5 based on 26 reviews
Reviewed By Elizabeth W
My husband, son, his wife, and a couple of friends and I visited Broadslab today and picked a beautiful day indeed. We took the noon tour and was completely impressed with the owner's story about the history of the area and his grandfather's recipe. He has really worked hard to stay ahead of the game and within the regulations his business is under. We asked lots of questions and he was very happy to answer them.
We next went to the tasting area and were totally blown away with the choices and tasts of his moonshine. My favorite is the Appleshine, but they were out of it....sigh
We bought some long-sleeve t-shirts with pockets, a recipe booklet with cool ideas, and went home chasing the ABC Stores for the Appleshine along the way.
The future looks excitingly bright for Broadslab and the event building, restaurant, and expanding distillery!! We can't wait to come back!
2. William C Lee Airborne Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 18 reviews
Reviewed By majshanman - Colorado Springs, Colorado
Well worth stopping in, especially if you’ve ever exited an aircraft. Beautiful house and pleasant and helpful staff. You’ll be amazed at the life and accomplishments of Bill Lee as well as the extraordinary collection of paratrooper equipment.
A great break from your travels, children are welcome!
Free parking
Free admission
3. Gregory Vineyard
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 55 reviews
Reviewed By LandSMom - Fuquay-Varina, North Carolina
We were so happy that the seafood portion of Gregory's reopened. We used to take our children there when they were young. Now we have been able to take our grandchildren. Love the seafood! We have been several times since the seafood restaurant reopened and we are never disappointed. The setting is beautiful. Take time to enjoy it!
4. Animal Ed.Ventures at Noah's Landing
Overall Ratings
4 based on 21 reviews
Reviewed By Nichole U
Well we were excited to go see the animals but apparently even though their website said they were open to the public from 11-4, they were actually closed after we drove and hour to get there. One of the workers said that that website wasn't their website anymore and the place changed form Animal Ed Ventures at Noah's Landing to JUST Animal Ed Ventures (because I should have known that). So then she proceeded to tell me I should have looked on their Facebook page. So I stood next to her, looked at their Facebook page (Animal Edventures Sanctuary, Inc.) and it said it was open. How about that. Then she said well if you scroll down it says we are closed. I guess I should have known that if their website said they were open to the public from 11-4 that I then should have looked at their Facebook page and THEN scrolled down to see if they were open. I guess I'm the idiot here.
Good luck to anyone who tries to go to this place because when you get there it will probably be closed. What a poor way to run a business.
5. Buffaloe Lanes
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 6 reviews
Reviewed By Screamscape - Charlotte, North Carolina
We were looking for a place for some nice clean family fun while on the road, and Buffaloe Lanes fit the bill perfectly. Brightly lit, clean, family friendly bowling, with some arcade games as well. (plus a fun frozen treat site next door). Lots of balls to use in all sizes, working bumpers for kid friendly bowling, clean well maintained shoe rental, and good times. Overall a fun evening activity for our group to thrill the competitive spirit.
6. Sunrise Antiques
Overall Ratings
4 based on 6 reviews
Reviewed By cheryl h - Durham, North Carolina
From giant roosters to dinosaurs to a mannequin in the street waving an orange flag, this place is hard to miss. They offer pottery, furniture, glass, China, ceramics, and stained glass. However, they don't have many collectibles if that's what you look for. I fell in love with an old wooden ostrich from a merry-go-round but could not think of a place to put it in our house (I really wanted it). There is an open warehouse attached to the building full of furniture that would be perfect for painting and putting your own touch on (be aware it's very cold in the winter and very hot in the summer in the warehouse).
7. Duffie's Exotic Bird Ranch
Overall Ratings
3 based on 3 reviews
Reviewed By DemarisAnn - Kearney, Nebraska
Luckily, our passengers had made a previous visit or we would have missed it. There is no gate, no ticket booth, and there was no one to take our money. We walked the path anyway, following the yellow arrows. It was okay, but nothing spectacular. We had to cross a field, so I left with goose poop in my sneaker tread. On our way out, a woman came through the door and told us we owed her $5/person for our visit. Very disorganized and unprofessional -- but not bad for a small family business. They just need better business procedures.
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