Top Things to do in North Carolina Mountains
Top Hotels in North Carolina Mountains
- 1. Cambria Hotel Downtown Asheville
- 2. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Asheville Downtown, an IHG Hotel
- 3. Hampton Inn & Suites Asheville Biltmore Area
- 4. Hampton Inn & Suites Asheville Biltmore Village
- 5. Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort
- 6. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Asheville Downtown Tunnel Road, NC
- 7. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Asheville Westgate, NC
- 8. Cambria Hotel Downtown Asheville
- 9. Courtyard by Marriott Asheville Biltmore Village
- 10. Best Western Asheville Tunnel Road
What to do and see in North Carolina Mountains, North Carolina Mountains: The Best Historic Sites
Discover the best top things to do in North Carolina Mountains, United States including Green River Plantation, Highlander Gallery, St. Paul's Episcopal Church, The Jones House Cultural and Community Center, Biltmore, Thomas Wolfe Memorial, Carl Sandburg Home National Historic Site, Hutchinson Homestead, Oconaluftee Indian Village, Flat Top Manor.
Restaurants in North Carolina Mountains
1. Green River Plantation
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 13 reviews
Reviewed By notty123 - Columbus, United States
September 1, 2018 I had the pleasure of giving my daughter hand in marriage to wonderful young man. We had the wedding ceremony at The Green River Plantation and had a fabulous time with family and friend. The owners of the plantation handled the details of the venue perfectly. The Plantation was beautiful and made for excellent pictures. They provided an excellent coordinator and a DJ to provide the music during the ceremony, which we hired for the wedding reception. Our wedding was planned for outdoors and due to weathers concerns it shift to the pavilion and it was done flawlessly. They offer an outdoor, pavilion, and indoor option that turned out to be beneficial since the weather had changed. The owners also offer facilities for the wedding reception; they made the Wedding cake, which was not only beautiful but also delicious. We also hired them provided food and service, which was excellent. I would highly recommend this place to anyone for their wedding or event, they are truly FIVE STAR.
2. Highlander Gallery
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 8 reviews
Highlander Gallery is located in the Historic Creamery in Brasstown, NC right on Brasstown Creek, and just 3/4 east of John C. Campbell Folk School. The Highlander has Fine Arts & Crafts by local & regional artists. Featuring paintings by Anthony Abreu, Michael Bedoian, John Mac Kah & Keith Moore. Pottery by Tonya Fowler. Stone Sculptures by Juanita Greenspan, Wood art by Billy Reynolds, Bob Crisp, Chuck & Joe Waldrop & Jo Kilmer. We also have Glass, Baskets, Weaving and more. Come see a truly special experience.
3. St. Paul's Episcopal Church
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
Reviewed By Gryfudd - North Carolina Mountains, United States
I've never been to such a welcoming parish. And even if you're not in the market for a religious experience don't miss the historic cemetery or the outdoor chapel and labyrinth.
4. The Jones House Cultural and Community Center
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 5 reviews
The Jones House Cultural and Community Center serves as the Town of Boone's community center and offices for the Department of Cultural Resources. The house, built in 1908 by a local physician, offers a free art gallery and history galleries on the house and Boone.
5. Biltmore
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 26,629 reviews
George Vanderbilt's historic country estate in Asheville, NC; Biltmore includes Biltmore House--America's largest home--plus gardens, winery, Antler Hill Village, historic farm, 4-star Inn on Biltmore Estate, shops, restaurants, branded products, and outdoor adventures. This National Historic Landmark is an amazing destination offering a wide range of activities for all ages.
Reviewed By travelerfromsj - San Jose, United States
We did the self-guided audio tour of the house early in the morning, with tickets bought on-line a month earlier. While the house itself was fascinating, I have to say the audio part of it was a little corny and overacted at times- all about guests going to a party, and not much about the history or architecture of the house; but I liked seeing the period clothing. The tour ended appropriately with a tour of the servants quarters, at the bottom of the house. After that we walked around the gardens, to the Bass pond and back. The highlight was definitely the Conservatory, which was stunning; make sure to stop in there to see the orchids. After a quick lunch we took the Legacy of the Land tour, which is a shuttle tour that makes a few stops for guests to get out and look around. I think our tour guide was Jim, and it was absolutely fascinating. I was expecting a tour of the Farm, but it was more about Vanderbilt’s decision to build the Biltmore, how he acquired the land, Olmsted’s design of the grounds, the beginnings of the US forestry service… It was definitely a nice counterpoint to the house tour, and I highly recommend it. We ate at Antler Hill Village twice while here, and sampled wine at the winery. I have to say this place is HUGE; it’s about 5 miles between the Biltmore House and Antler Hill Village, so you’ll definitely want a plan and a car. Plan on spending at least a day. The only negative we ran into is that parking for the Biltmore House tours was confusing and not well signed, especially if you’re looking for the park and walk lot. Pretty much every car that came in ended up driving all the way up to the lawn in front of the house, where a guard told them to do a U-turn and go back. More signs or a couple of folks directing traffic in the morning would be really helpful.
6. Thomas Wolfe Memorial
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 511 reviews
Thomas Wolfe's childhood home, immortalized in his 1929 novel, "Look Homeward Angel," is preserved intact as a lasting monument to one of the 20th century's most prominent writers. The house, originally operated as a boardinghouse by his mother, retains most of its original furnishings and is designated as a National Historic Landmark. Tours of the 29 room house are offered hourly. The adjacent visitor center and museum highlight Wolfe's life and major literary accomplishments.
Reviewed By carolynn762 - Avon, United States
This is the boarding house that was the childhood home of Thomas Wolfe and his family. It is maintained as part of a memorial to the local author and is next to a modern structure erected by the city to showcase his life.
7. Carl Sandburg Home National Historic Site
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 582 reviews
Home of poet Carl Sandburg and his family. Located on 264-acres in Western North Carolina. The site includes 5-miles of hiking trails, a dairy goat farm and offers daily tours of the Sandburg Home.
Reviewed By Dree59 - Roswell, United States
Spent a few hours here on a pleasant, autumn day. The grounds are well kept, and the paths are easy walks. The goat farm area is interesting with wonderful volunteers who have a lot of fascinating information. Nearby, there is a vegetable garden planted and maintained by volunteers. Unfortunately, the plantings are not identified. By the restrooms, there are interesting informative plaques. We brought lunch and ate at one of the picnic tables near the lake, which was surrounded by trees with changing color leaves. There is no admission fee, but be sure to put a few dollars in the donation box. There is a fee for the house tour, but we did not do it.
8. Hutchinson Homestead
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 31 reviews
Located on the grounds of Stone Mountain State Park, visitors can visit this original residence.
Reviewed By BillKornegay - Randleman, United States
This park offers a variety of experiences. Here you can visit a well preserved homestead dating from the 1800s, fish mountain streams, take in several waterfalls, worship in a historic church, camp in your RV or tent, hike moderate and strenuous trail, picnic, and take pictures of outstanding landscapes.
9. Oconaluftee Indian Village
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 905 reviews
A guided tour of the Oconaluftee Indian Village; a replica of a 1750s Cherokee Village. See Cherokees making traditional trades using centuries old techniques. The Village Square Grounds is a place of ceremony where you will learn about traditional songs and dance, our clan system and beliefs. Inside the Village Council House you will learn of our government, family and structure. We welcome you to our home.
Reviewed By Tyaskin - Mebane, United States
While it is well promoted, the village is easy to miss, as it is tucked away up a hill, removed from the bustle of the main drag through Cherokee. If you are interested in actual, bona fide Cherokee traditions and history (as opposed to the sometimes hokey tourist junk peddled in some stores in town. Now, I will tell you, your guide can make or break this tour. My daughter (15) and I were fortunate to have a young man who seemed both knowledgeable and enthusiastic about what he was doing. Your guide, dressed in traditional Cherokee clothing from the late 1700's (generally) will walk with you through the reconstructed village, explaining to you about the Cherokee language and history, and giving you some brief glimpses of how this group of Native people lived prior to and shortly after the coming of the settlers. Woodworking, beadwork, fingerweaving, canoe making, cabins, governance, and religion are all covered, and at various points you will see members of the Nation demonstrating various crafts, such as pottery or basket making. We also were shown the use of the Cherokee blowgun, used for small game hunting. It is informative, and you are encouraged to ask questions (but don't expect your guide to be an expert on EVERY aspect of Cherokee culture and history; many of them are young and still learning) There is a gift shop, which we didn't visit, and a Plant trail showing various plants used for different things by the Cherokee. The path through the village is generally easy to travel, even in a stroller, but there are some gentle grades that may require an extra minute for the elders in your party. I would think that wheelchairs could handle it with some assistance. So when you pass through the area, add this to your list of things to visit, but call ahead to make sure they are open, as they close for a while during the winter months. And, as always, Happy Motoring.
10. Flat Top Manor
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 488 reviews
This 3,600-acre estate, managed by the National Park Service, features the historic mansion that was owned and built by the antebellum aristocrat Moses Cone.
Reviewed By davepI2798SF - Spartanburg, United States
The house , which is currently undergoing renovation is in an absolutely stunning setting with views to match. The grounds are just beautiful, 25 mile of smooth carriageway trails to stroll along through forests of rhododendrons . We took a 5 mile loop through the grounds right down to and around Bass lake which forms the centerpiece of the view from the house porch. A lovely spot - wish it was my house !
