Location: Spruce Pine
Top Things to do in Spruce Pine
What to do and see in Spruce Pine, North Carolina (NC): The Best Things to do
Spruce Pine is a town in Mitchell County, North Carolina, United States. The population was 2,175 at the 2010 census.
Restaurants in Spruce Pine
1. Parkway Flea & Farmers Market
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
We have a little bit of everything And close to everything in western NC
2. Rio Doce Gem Mine
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 50 reviews
Gem Mine we have the finest buckets of Gem material available for you to hunt through, in the safety and comfort of our flume line. Your stone will be turned into jewelry by expert cutters Bob/Elaine in house. We Offer a Lapidary School for those interesting in learning to Faceting or Cabochon. We also have Lapidary supplies. Gift Shop, Speciemens and Fine jewelry in Gold and Silver. We are Veteran owned and offer our fellow veterans a 10% discount on all our Gem Buckets.
Reviewed By 166russs
Bob and Elaine are some of the most amazing people EVER! They were beyond hospitable to our group of 6. Friendly, educational, patient, are just a few of the words to describe them. The material in they buckets are, by far, the best in the area (I know this from many years of experience gem grubbing in the area). We left several stones to be cut that we know are all going to be amazing stones from good quality facet quality rough. THANK YOU for a fantastic experience that my friends will be talking about forever. We will be back at our earliest opportunity.
3. Poppy's Wildcraft
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
Poppy's Wildcraft, LLC is a family-owned business located in the heart of Downtown Spruce Pine. We specialize in handmade, high quality, all-natural products that soothe, heal and nurture the skin using only the very best from Mother Nature.
4. Spruced Boutique
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
Whether you like to stay up on all the latest trends or favor a more classic style, Spruced Boutique has options that will give you a chic new look for any occasion. We feature a trendy collection of women's clothes, shoes, and accessories, all of which are available in our stores or online. We love being the place women can go in Spruce Pine to find the hottest new fashion. Next time you find yourself downtown, we hope you'll stop by to spruce up your wardrobe.
5. Uptown Funk Spruce Pine
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 18 reviews
A cozy shop with an eclectic mix of quality new and previously owned treasures! From Furniture and Antiques to Local Crafts and Rare Books! Christmas Store located Upstairs!
6. Mountainside Wine
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2 reviews
Mountainside Wine is located on Oak Avenue (“Upper Street”) in downtown Spruce Pine. We offer a wide selection of wines (over 100 of which are priced at $10.99 or less as well as those upwards of $100), wine accessories, T-shirts and other gifts, (harder to find) beer & cigars, and artwork from local artists. Free Wines Tastings are held on the 1st & 3rd Saturday of each month, 4 to 6.
7. The Orchard at Altapass
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 175 reviews
The Orchard at Altapass is a not-for-profit working apple orchard, educational and entertainment venue now in its 26th year and open May through October. Activities, open days and time may vary due to the pandemic.
Reviewed By debbiewV6396UU - Fayetteville, United States
A really neat place to visit! The have live music every Saturday and Sunday afternoon and encourage everyone to join in on the dancing. The music is great and really puts you in the mountain spirit! There are several trails that take you not only around the orchard but also into the surrounding area. The scenery is beautiful and we even came upon a group of wild turkeys! The orchard sits on the side of the hill and the views are amazing! We had already eaten lunch but wish we hadn't because the food looked delicous. You have to try the homemade fudge and ice cream! We ended up spending about 3 hours there and enjoyed every minute!
8. The Blue Ridge Soap Shed
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 37 reviews
We are shipping web orders every day, and welcome phone orders for Front Porch Pickup, with your soap pulled by Karen and TIm. Sad to say, visits to our retail shop are not an option at this time, and soapmaking workshops have been postponed. Wholesale orders are always welcome, call or email for info. Established in 1998, The Blue Ridge Soap Shed offers one of the largest selections of handmade soap made in the USA. We make it all, with 150 varieties ranging from good-for-your-skin goat milk soap, shea butter and 100% Olive Oil Castile soaps, to Grandma's Ole Lye Soap, an Appalachian tradition. Each 140-bar batch is handmade and handpoured, with each resulting block cut into logs, then bars and packaged by hand. The small differences from batch to batch and bar to bar celebrate the handmade charm of our craft. If you can't stop by in person, we hope you'll enjoy visiting our web store where our soaps can be conveniently ordered year round.
9. rocks and things
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 8 reviews
Rocks and Things has been in business since March, 2003. We are in the old Historical District of downtown Spruce Pine. We have many thousands of items to choose from. We carry silver jewelry, gemstones, mineral specimens, antiques, real Native American items, some metaphysical items, and lots more. We also have frequency enhanced jewelry and pain pads for PAIN RELIEF. And a Bemer machine that helps blood circulation for better health. We are usually open from 9 to 5 daily, but please call if you are coming from a long distance away because sometimes we have to take a day for doctors in Asheville. After hour time can be arranged so just call us. We have information on places you may hunt rocks by yourself and also the local gem mines. We can tell you some of the local history of the town and mines here. So, when you are coming to this area, please stop by and see us for your jewelry and stone needs. We have thousands of items to choose from. We will be looking for you.
Reviewed By Hemphead
Mabel and her husband run a very interesting store full of a wide range of beautiful minerals at a price point for everyone. I found the store about three years ago and always enjoys stopping in to look around and talking to te very knowledgable owners. Their knowledge about the minerals is extensive and they don’t mind answering questions. I love the place and wish I could have some of their pieces shipped to my store in NY to sell. Their selection is amazing and the stores energy powerful and positive Dont miss the place if you’re nearby
10. Museum of North Carolina Minerals
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 91 reviews
Museum that displays spectacular emeralds, rubies, amethyst and quartz that were found in the mineral-rich Spruce Pine Mining District.
Reviewed By mndw
This is a small museum that is easily accessible from the Blue Ridge Parkway. It si very interesting and easily seen in an hour. It focusing on all of the mineral and mining in NC. Staff is very friendly and helpful. There are lots of information on NC sites. Nice restroom stop as well. Although we did not have children, it would be interesting to many ages
