Top Things to do in North Carolina
Top Hotels in North Carolina
- 1. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Asheville Downtown, an IHG Hotel
- 2. Hampton Inn & Suites Asheville Biltmore Area
- 3. Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort
- 4. Hampton Inn & Suites Asheville Biltmore Village
- 5. Embassy Suites by Hilton Charlotte Uptown
- 6. Hampton Inn & Suites Outer Banks / Corolla
- 7. Tru by Hilton Fayetteville I 95
- 8. Drury Inn & Suites Charlotte Arrowood
- 9. Bridgepointe Hotel and Marina
- 10. The Dunhill Hotel
What to do and see in North Carolina, United States: The Best Golf Courses
North Carolina has something for everyone, with the highest mountains in the eastern U.S., 300 miles of pristine coastline, quaint towns and vibrant cities. From the mountains to the sea, explore the natural, scenic beauty, discover outdoor adventure or try one of 500 golf courses, including the legendary Pinehurst No. 2. Discover a favorite among 100 wineries and 60 craft breweries, tour historic and cultural treasures, sample farm to table delicacies and get the thrill of motorsports in the "home" of NASCAR.
Restaurants in North Carolina
1. Bear Creek Adventures Mini Golf and Gem Mining
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 23 reviews
We have a challenging 18 hole course and brand new gem mine located in a beautiful mountain setting. We have four sizes of gem mining material to choose from which include gems, fossils and sharks teeth! After you complete the course come in and enjoy a Mayfield hand dipped ice cream, milkshake, soda, nachos or a snack!
2. Softgolf
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 18 reviews
Reviewed By aromapro
This is a hidden gem! I had such fun playing Softgolf at Tanglewood Park - I've been there three times now and just love it! It's even more fun to play at dusk because the holes have cool lights and the balls and clubs glow in the dark! The folks who own it, Carolyn and Ray are so nice and they make sure you have a wonderful time. I got to play in their World Softgolf Championship and I won - they made it so much fun and I met some really nice people. You don't need to know how to play golf - just go and play!!
3. The Golf Club at Ballantyne
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 74 reviews
With exceptional public, PGA golf course conditions, extensive facilities and superior service, The Golf Club at Ballantyne provides the total golf experience year-round. The Golf Club at Ballantyne offers an ideal location to hit the links in Charlotte, North Carolina. Enjoy a golf pro shop, practice area, driving range, professionally maintained course conditions, golf pavilion starter house and turn house for food and beverage, overnight golf packages at The Ballantyne and golf lessons by renowned Dana Rader Golf School, a Golf Channel Academy. Hours vary by season. Twilight rates available seasonally.
4. Tanglewood Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 416 reviews
This 1,200-acre park was once the estate of William Neal Reynolds, brother of tobacco businessman R.J. Reynolds. The Reynolds willed the Tanglewood property to the citizens of Forsyth County to share as a public recreational park. The combination of its streams, woodlands, and grassy pastures with the traditions of its architecture, horses, gardening, and wide range of recreational activities make Tanglewood an ideal countryside park to visit over and over again.
Reviewed By WorldwideHeliGuy - Winston Salem, United States
Tanglewood Park was donated to Forsyth County from the RJ Reynolds Family. Tanglewood Park offers outdoor fun for everyone, from Walking Trails to Water Parks for the little ones. They also offer horseback rides and riding lessons. Golf is available for anyone who wants to hit the links. At one point in time Tanglewood was also on the PGA tour. The have a small lake that offers paddle boats and BBQ areas. Tennis courts and other areas that can be rented out for bigger groups wishing to have outdoor picnics or BBQ areas. There are cabin rentals and an RV park. For those with the 4 legged K-9 friends, Tanglewood also offers a dog park. If your lucky enough to see the wildlife such as beavers, deer and other outdoor wildlife it is a real treat. Oh yeah they do have a wedding venue that is available for rental and an outdoor flower garden near the wedding venue.
5. Pinehurst Course Number 2
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 235 reviews
Stretching 7,020 yards at Par 72, this championship golf course is very green and relatively flat, with tall pines on every hole.
Reviewed By SMLTC18
Was fortunate enough to be given a tee time for No. 2 by my family for Christmas. I've grown up admiring this course and always dreamed of playing it. This course was everything I imagined and more! To begin, the history of this course and Pinehurst at that is incredible. Just walking the same grounds that some of the greatest to ever play have walked will give you chills. Take your time and walk the clubhouse and take it all in! Everyone we encountered was top notch and friendly as could be. The pro shop, cart guy, starter and forecaddie were all awesome and helpful. I played with my 12 year old son and they all made sure he felt special and included. The course is a brute. It's not necessarily the fairways or even the waste areas, it's mainly the green complexes. They're basically all humpback and quick. Difficult for an average golfer to land and hold from any distance outside a wedge range. I went in with low expectations about how I would play and met those expectations! A day later a friend asked if I'd play again.....I think I would like to play it again now knowing what I'm up against and how to play the course, but I wouldn't want to take that beating several more times! Get a caddie! We had Freddy and he was awesome! The reads on and around the greens were spot on. Club recommendations were dead on as well. More importantly he treated my son like he was just like every other adult he caddies for and that was awesome! Really a great experience. I stuck a tee shot on 9 for a tap in 2 and he told us about the "2 on No. 2" coin I could get after my round. Cool idea and memento! So glad to check this one off the list! Great experience from beginning to end!
6. Pine Needles Golf Club
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 97 reviews
A Donald Ross masterpiece, this 18-hole championship course winds through stately long leaf pine trees presenting a challenging yet enjoyable game for golfers of all levels and playing skills.
Reviewed By tac89611 - Naples, United States
There's very little not to like about Pine Needles. Typical Donald Ross design, which further reinforces the idea he was a very frustrated and/or angry man. :-) The course is kept in wonderful shape, the design is magnificent, and it has many tee boxes for all skill levels. Some advanced golfers might think the course is too short from the back tees. Au contraire. You really need to think your way around the course, and frankly it may penalize some good shots if you don't know where to place your shots, which is likely to occur the first time you play the course. Doglegs, elevated fairways that fall away on the approach, tricky greens... But the layout and condition of the course is very good and the experience is well worth it.
7. The Carolina Club
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 37 reviews
Located on the way to The Outer Banks, this course is a must-play. Continuously rated as a top golf course by golf advisor, The Carolina Club's lush, perfectly manicured greens and fairways keep OBX golfers coming back. Both challenging and enjoyable: you'll love our course, staff and the time you spend at The Carolina Club
Reviewed By fallschurchva22046 - Southern Shores, United States
Just played 9 holes with my husband. He has played for years and I have played for 4 years. Challenging for me but not ridiculous. Clubhouse had good food.
8. Mountain Aire Golf Club
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 34 reviews
Beautiful 18-hole public mountain golf course.
Reviewed By graceelectricinc - The Villages, United States
Great condition and layout. Pace of play was good A little out of the way but definitely worth the drive
9. Mountain Glen Golf Club
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 34 reviews
Reviewed By Clagett - Charleston, United States
Understand that I am a member and played here many times before becoming a member. This is a very interesting course with enough tees to suit any skill level. The course has never been in better shape especially the greens. The staff is very professional, friendly and accommodating. The views from any place on the course are splendid. It is certainly worth looking up from time to time to enjoy them. Women find this course a satisfying place to play without any hole that requires special talent to par or boogie. They have a driving range, really fine practices putting green as well as a chipping and practice bunker. Anyone who plays here will leave happy!
10. Tobacco Road Golf Club
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 193 reviews
This course threads through a former sand quarry and has the feel of a maze.
Reviewed By Timpro2217 - Southampton, United States
Great layout and service / a little over watered / fore caddies are a must - Chris and his staff do an amazing job Would go back in a heartbeat
