What to do and see in Dillsboro, North Carolina (NC): The Best Free Things to do

July 16, 2021 Nicolette Lion

Dillsboro is a town in Jackson County, North Carolina, United States. The town is a popular tourist location, at which visitors tend to stop on their way into the Great Smoky Mountains. The town of Sylva is located just one mile (1.6 km) east of Dillsboro and is the county seat. The Great Smoky Mountains Railroad begins in Dillsboro and follows the historic "Murphy Branch" constructed in the 1880s. The population was 232 at the 2010 census.
Restaurants in Dillsboro

1. Country Traditions

73 Webster Street #161, Dillsboro, NC 28725 +1 828-586-1600 [email protected] http://www.countrytraditionsnc.net
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5.0 based on 16 reviews

Country Traditions

Cooking Demos on Saturday from 5-7 pm from April though October. Gourmet dishes created while you watch. Samples are provided upon completion. Wine by the glass available from 2$-6$ per glass. Also sell a large selection of NC wines and gourmet foods.

2. Nancy Tut's Christmas Shop

488 Haywood Road, Dillsboro, NC 28725 +1 828-586-5391 [email protected] http://nancy-tuts-christmas-shop.business.site
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5.0 based on 60 reviews

Nancy Tut's Christmas Shop

A must see! Since 1969 Nancy Tut's Christmas Shop has delighted visitors. Thousands of Christmas ornaments, something for everyone on your list. Also, Byer's Choice carolers, Fontanini nativities, Willow Tree, Egyptian Museum Glass, German Nutcrackers and smokers, Russian Santas and so much more!

Reviewed By LeeCoe72 - Dobson, United States

The owner is super nice. This place has the largest selection of every kind of ornament you can think of. They even carry some local made wooden ones, which we try and get when we go. This is a must if in Dillsboro

3. Dillsboro Chocolate Factory

28 Church Street, Dillsboro, NC 28725 +1 828-631-0156 [email protected] http://www.dillsborochocolate.com
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4.5 based on 104 reviews

Dillsboro Chocolate Factory

Welcome to the Dillsboro Chocolate Factory. We have been making fine chocolates since 1998. We have two store, our main store located in Dillsboro, NC. We offer hand dipped gourmet chocolates, our award winning shooters with a hint of alcohol in each chocolate, our Smoky Mountain Truffle line, Smoky Mountain Fudge with over 22 flavors on hand. We use superior grade songke bean/single origin Venezuelan cocoa to do our work . We offer a complete espresso bar, coffee beans. We have a nice selection of jerky products. We have a selection of teas, Smoky Mountain gifts and free wi-fi to our guests.

Reviewed By gweikel2017 - Franklin, United States

First off when you have a sweet tooth and nothing will slow or stop the craving this is the place. I don't care if you have to text, email, call or beg. You will not be disappointed. The owner's are so friendly and willing to talk about your cravings. Today I have had the honor to try the beautiful creations. This may be my first but it shall not be my last. Thank you for fantastic flavors.

29 Craft Cir, Dillsboro, NC 28725 +1 828-586-6542 http://www.oaksgallery.net
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4.5 based on 17 reviews

Oaks Gallery at the Riverwood Shops

Reviewed By Norahsings

Excellent pottery shop that is family owned. They have a nice diverse selection. Please support and visit as the gallery and other shops are sold and closing.

5. Tunnel Mountain Crafts

94 Front Street, Dillsboro, NC 28725 +1 954-707-2004 [email protected] https://www.facebook.com/tunnelmountaincrafts
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4.5 based on 15 reviews

Tunnel Mountain Crafts

Local arts and crafts, specializing in functional and decorative pottery. Variety of gift items including jewelry, wood crafts, fabric, soaps, herb, teas, local honey and jams and much more.

6. Dogwood Crafters

90 Webster Street, Dillsboro, NC 28725 +1 828-586-2248 [email protected] http://dogwoodcrafters.com
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4.5 based on 68 reviews

Dogwood Crafters

Reviewed By vhash77 - North Wilkesboro, United States

I loved every aspect of this store seeing all the locally hand crafted items - what a gem! Definately shop here especially if you are looking for unique Christmas ornaments as I was

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