What to do and see in Hendersonville, North Carolina (NC): The Best Things to do Good for a Rainy Day

March 21, 2022 Phylicia Berquist

Hendersonville is a city in Henderson County, North Carolina, United States. It is 22 miles (35 km) south of Asheville and is the county seat of Henderson County. Like the county, the city is named for 19th-century North Carolina Supreme Court Chief Justice Leonard Henderson.
Restaurants in Hendersonville

1. Dancing Bear Toys

418 N Main St, Hendersonville, NC 28792-4901 +1 828-693-4500 http://www.dancingbeartoys.com/#
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5.0 based on 37 reviews

Dancing Bear Toys

Due to the pandemic conditions, we are open for curbside pick-up only. Please call us for a personal shopper experience and/or check out our new and improved website. From our website, you can ship toys or opt for curbside pick up at either of our locations. As always, we offer free gift wrap. We are working on maximizing our safety precautions and look forward to re-opening when we all feel safe. We miss you!

2. The Brewery Experience

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5.0 based on 35 reviews

The Brewery Experience

Offering guided driving tours of Sierra Nevada, Bold Rock Hard Cider and other Hendersonville area breweries in our beautiful 12-passenger van. Also walking brewery tours in downtown Hendersonville. Fun, educational and all-inclusive.

3. Elijah Mountain Gem Mine

2120 Brevard Rd, Hendersonville, NC 28791-3108 +1 828-692-6560 [email protected] http://www.elijahmountain.com/
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5.0 based on 779 reviews

Elijah Mountain Gem Mine

Covered outdoor and Indoor gem mining all season. #1 gem mine in the Carolinas on TripAdvisor. No reservations needed. Come pet and feed our goats and see our chickens. We double all competitor’s coupons and we’ll even buy you a coke! At Elijah Mountain Gem Mine, in Hendersonville, NC, you become a prospector from the 1800's and mine for real gem stones that you can keep! Gems that are found daily include Rubys, Sapphires, Emeralds, Quartz crystals, Citrine, Amethyst, Garnets, Adventurine, Sodalite, Opal, Fluorite, Aquamarine Crystal geodes and many more! We have covered outdoor and climate controlled indoor mining for your comfort! Find something really special and have it cut into a pendant for a necklace right here! Sometimes while you watch! You can even bring a picnic and relax at one of our picnic tables by the creek! Our Rock Shop is the best around and no one can beat our prices! See 400 million year old fossils.

Reviewed By konacoast24k - Cocoa, United States

Elijah Mountain Gem Mine in Hendersonville is a great place for a family to visit. Whether you are an amateur rockhound like my husband and I, or just out for a unique adventure, this is a fun experience! They have indoor and covered outdoor sluice runs to hunt for your gemstone treasures, and even a spot where you can walk down and see what there is to find in a small creek bed (you would be surprised at what is under that sand!!). The rock shop is full of interesting gem and mineral specimens, and you can even visit the many goats that live at the site! The weather was not cooperating when we visited which cut our time short (I would have enjoyed lingering at the creek a while longer-so relaxing!). If you are looking for something different and fun to do, visit Elijah Mountain Gem Mine - you won't be disappointed!

4. All Nations Trading

514 N Main St, Hendersonville, NC 28792-5070 +1 828-698-4888 [email protected] http://www.spiritfeather.com
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5.0 based on 61 reviews

All Nations Trading

Native American Art and Jewelry. Pottery, books, clothing, beadwork, dream catchers, medicine wheels, meditation tools and relaxing music.

Reviewed By understars - Sydney, Australia

I really wanted to order a Native American inlay necklace to commemorate a recent trip to Monument Valley and Anita was wonderfully kind and patient, sending me photos and information about the various items they had in-store. She was so helpful and understanding and made the payment and shipping process really easy. The package arrived (to Australia) surprisingly quickly. The best online shopping experience I've had! I look forward to one day maybe visiting the store in person!

5. Acu-Na Wellness Center

627 Shawn Rachel Pkwy, Hendersonville, NC 28792-9523 +1 828-974-7058 [email protected] http://www.acu-na.com
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5.0 based on 31 reviews

Acu-Na Wellness Center

Acu-Na is OPEN with enhanced sanitation and safety protocols in place to keep you healthy. Acu-Na Wellness Center's services blend nature and science. We offer acupuncture, massage, holistic health consultations, Traditional Chinese Medicine, herbal therapies, nutrition, lymphatic detoxification, facial rejuvenation, organic facials, and energy healing modalities. Our services are medically effective, spiritually uplifting and overall relaxing. You will feel like you just had a week vacation in the islands!

6. Saint Paul Mountain Vineyards

588 Chestnut Gap Rd, Hendersonville, NC 28792-3256 +1 828-685-4002 [email protected] http://www.SaintPaulMountainVineyards.com
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Saint Paul Mountain Vineyards

Saint Paul Mountain Vineyards is a family-owned operation located in the heart of Henderson County's apple country. Nestled on 10 acres of a land grant from England are panoramic views of the Blue Ridge Mountains that the family has enjoyed for generation, and now would like to share with you. The 14 varieties of wine-grape vines grown on the vineyards at elevations of 2,300 and 3,000 feet, along with the cool nights, develop some the best wine-producing grapes in the country. Meticulously growing our fruit allows us to incorporate the unique character of our vineyards into each bottle. Come to a place where you not only enjoy beautiful views with a glass of unforgettable wine, but become part of our family too!

Reviewed By 58DavidAthens - Athens, United States

We enjoyed the wine flight very much. Nice setting on a patio overlooking a small vineyard. Servers were very friendly and helpful. We purchased six bottles to take home.

7. Apple Valley Model Railroad Club

650 Maple St, Hendersonville, NC 28792-3753 +1 828-595-0446 [email protected] http://avmrc.com
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Apple Valley Model Railroad Club

Largest model railroad in western North Carolina housed in the historic train depot in Hendersonville, NC. A 100' X 20' HO scale model railroad based on western North Carolina in the mid 1900s fills most of the depot and a real caboose sits just outside. Artifacts from real railroads are on display throughout the depot with an interactive display screen to help you indentify the items. Cameras on our trains give the bird's eye view of a trip around our layouts. The club's new 60' X 12' outdoor G scale layout is very popular. We are open Wednesdays 1 to 3 and Saturdays 10 to 2. There is a separate Thomas the Tank train layout for young engineers to operate. Special event on Saturday, May 11, from 9 to 3 celebrating National Train Day. A real locomotive and crew will be on site plus many activities for all ages. See our website for details. Admission is free, but donations are greatly appreciated.

Reviewed By 66Belair - Parish, United States

Just a great place to visit if you like trains and model railroads. Been here twice while visiting friends tahat are members. Wished we lived close by . Too bad it wasn't done in "S" Scale. See what can you do Larry. Hope to be down in the Spring , if not before.

8. Vans Chocolates

202 Chadwick Ave, Hendersonville, NC 28792-5711 +1 828-697-2120 http://vanschocolate.com
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5.0 based on 13 reviews

Vans Chocolates

9. Vessel

234 N Main St, Hendersonville, NC 28792-5069 +1 828-595-9808 [email protected] http://Vesselonmain.com
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Vessel

Vessel is an amazing store full of amazing natural creations, like fossils, amethyst cathedrals, large crystals and more. In addition, we have thousands of beautiful pieces of silver jewelry, hand made with beautiful cut gemstones.

Reviewed By Mountaintravell

I love going into this store every time I come to Hendersonville. The staff are so friendly and welcoming. They have so many amazing stones, jewelry , and works of art. Would highly recommend checking this place out.

10. Pisgah Forest Gem Mine & Gifts

507 N Main St, Hendersonville, NC 28792-5075 +1 828-367-8330 [email protected] http://www.pfgems.com
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5.0 based on 50 reviews

Pisgah Forest Gem Mine & Gifts

Mining on Main Street has come to Hendersonville. This attraction is for all ages! Come pick out you bucket and find wonderful gems and minerals from all over the world. You can find Rubies, Sapphires, Amethyst, Geodes and more! Bring the whole family for a great time. There is also a large gift shop that carries unique gemstone jewelry, Kerusso T-Shirts, and other gem products.

Reviewed By Familygal182120

We really enjoyed our first mining experience! My kids (7&9) enjoyed the sleuse and found many large rocks. The site was beautiful with a gorgeous mountain stream on the rear of the property and picnic tables just up the hill. We enjoyed the stream just as much as the mining! The gift shop has numerous geodes on display and reasonably priced. There was also a good selection of jewelry and Christian literature and gifts. I highly recommend this experience for your family.

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