Explore Things to Do in North Carolina
Welcome to North Carolina - where majestic mountains meet pristine beaches and every mile tells a story. From the misty peaks of the Blue Ridge Mountains to the sun-soaked shores of the Outer Banks, North Carolina invites you to explore its stunning natural beauty, rich history, and vibrant local culture. Savor world-famous barbecue, wander through charming small towns, discover lively cities like Asheville and Charlotte, and experience the genuine Southern hospitality that makes every visit unforgettable. Come see why North Carolina is the perfect blend of adventure, relaxation, and discovery.
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Planning the perfect vacation in North Carolina is easier than ever with our all-in-one platform for finding and booking day trips, tours, excursions, and memorable local experiences. Browse curated activities, compare options, and check live availability so you can reserve your must-do adventures well before you arrive in North Carolina. By booking ahead, you skip the hassle of searching once you're already on vacation and avoid missing out on popular experiences that fill up fast. Let us help you build a trip that’s smooth, stress-free, and filled with the moments you’ll remember most.
Why wait until you arrive in North Carolina to book your tours - only to discover that the ones you want are already full? Click any activity below to learn more about the tour, view availability, and reserve your excursions directly with the tour operators today!
Today's Featured Tours Explore All
Shark Tooth Island Trip
For all ages! • Our most popular family outing!
Carolina Beach
3 - 6 Hour Options
Wildlife
Capt. Charlie’s Adventures
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Southport Custom Airplane Tour
$300 Per Person Per Hour | See what you want to see!
Karaoke Party Tours
For all ages! • 4 Hours • Great for special occasions!
Charlotte
4 Hours
Walking Tour
Karaoke Tours
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Diva Royale - Drag Queen Show Charlotte
Starting at $40.43 • Weekly Drag Queen Shows • Fri & Sat 7:00PM • Sat & Sun 1:30PM
Charlotte
Rentals
Diva Royale Show
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Full Day Fishing Fishing Charter
Full-Day Offshore Sportfishing—Troll for Mahi, Cobia, Amberjack & More, Max 6 Guests
Carolina Beach
10 or 12 Hours
Fishing
Tail Chaser Carolina Beach Fishing Charter
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Club Zen Pass
$150 for unlimited tubing! • Valid for Tube Reservations any day of the week, at BOTH locations!
After School Skate Camp - Mondays (Carolina Beach Elementary)
4 week session | Mondays 2:30pm - 5:30pm | All Skill Levels
🌄 Full-Day Trip
Sample the best of Asheville with local tours, food, drinks, views, and transportation included.
Asheville
5 Hours
Bus Tour
Asheville Day Trips
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Town Creek/Rice Creek Kayaking Adventure
3 Hour Trip • Great Adventure for Beginners! • Mon - Sat
Wilmington
Kayak
Mahanaim Adventures
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Messi Package
1 Hour • Soccer Activities
Durham
Private Tours
Xtreme Park Adventures
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Paintball Tours Explore All
Private Airsoft - Xtreme Rage
1 Hour • Ages 8+ • 10 Player Minimum • Includes Equipment, Instructor & Special Gift For B-Day Guest
Durham
Private Tours
Paintball
Xtreme Park Adventures
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Private Paintball - Casual
1 Hour • Ages 8+ • Includes All Equipment & 200 Balls • Best for Beginners • Minimum of 6
Durham
Private Tours
Paintball
Xtreme Park Adventures
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Xtreme Kombat Paintball - Field Entry ONLY
Have Your Own Equipment? Just Pay For Field Entry • Add On Rentals & Balls If Needed
Durham
Paintball
Xtreme Park Adventures
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Airsoft - Field Entry ONLY
Have Your Own Equipment? Just Pay For Field Entry • Can Add On Specific Rentals, BBs, Etc
Durham
Until park closing
Paintball
Xtreme Park Adventures
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Private Paintball - Xtreme Rage
1 Hour • Ages 8+ • Includes All Equipment, 500 Balls, & Gifts for B-Day Guest! • Minimum of 10
Durham
Private Tours
Paintball
Xtreme Park Adventures
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VIP Membership
$337 - $437 • 6 Month or 1 Year Memberships • Paintball & Airsoft
Durham
Paintball
Xtreme Park Adventures
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Private Rock Climbing
1 Hour • Ages 5+ • A Rocky Climbing Adventure Party
Durham
Private Tours
Climbing, Laser Tag, Paintball, Ropes Course
Xtreme Park Adventures
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Airsoft Package
Ages 8+ Recommended • Includes Mask, Gun, Battery, and BB's
Durham
Paintball
Xtreme Park Adventures
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Xtreme Kombat Paintball Packages
Ages 8+ Recommended • Includes Mask, Gun, Tank, Hopper & Paintballs
Durham
Paintball
Xtreme Park Adventures
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Private Paintball - Rambo
1 Hour • Ages 8+ • Includes All Equipment & 500 Balls • Most Popular • Minimum of 6
Durham
Private Tours
Paintball
Xtreme Park Adventures
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Boat Tours Explore All
Blue Magic — 24 ft Bentley Pontoon
Ages 21+ to rent • 4-8 Hours
Winston-salem
4-8 Hours
Boat Tour
My Lake Life llc
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Private Tour: The Cape Lookout Lighthouse
Optional $200 Deposit • 5 Hours • Up to 6 passengers • All Ages
Morehead City
Private Tours
Boat Tour
H2O Captain Eco-Tour Private Boat Excursions
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Cape Fear Sightseeing Cruise
1 Hour Cruise | Full Bar | Live Narrated
Wilmington
Boat Tour, Sightseeing Tour
Cape Fear Riverboats
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'Round We Go: A Private Tour of our Waterways, including the ICW, Shackleford Banks, the Rachel Carson Reserve, legendary Wild H
Optional $200 Deposit • 2.5-3 Hours • Up to 6 passengers • All Ages
Morehead City
Private Tours
Boat Tour
H2O Captain Eco-Tour Private Boat Excursions
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Carolina Beach Speedboat Run
60 minutes - Drive Your Own Mini Speedboat Through Carolina Beach's Waterways
Carolina Beach
60 minutes
Kid-Friendly
Boat Tour
MACH1 Coastal Adventures
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Black River Nature Cruise
See the Black River up close! | 4hours | Naturalist Tour guide on board
Wilmington
Boat Tour
Cape Fear Riverboats
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The Morning Adventure
All ages! • 2 Hours
Carolina Beach
2 Hours
Boat Tour
Technique Marine LLC
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The Afternoon Sun Cruise
All ages! • 2 Hours
Carolina Beach
2 Hours
Boat Tour
Technique Marine LLC
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Sunset Speedboat Cruise - Reserved Departure
Drive Your Own Mini Speedboat Into the Carolina Beach Sunset
Carolina Beach
90 minutes +
Kid-Friendly
Boat Rental, Boat Tour
MACH1 Coastal Adventures
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Private Rafting River Brewery Tour
Asheville
4 hours
Private Tours
Boat Tour, Brewery, Guided Tour
Cedar Rock Adventures
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Visit Asheville Explore All
Foraging Tour
$85 for Adults | 3 Hours | All Ages
Asheville Brewery & History Walking Tour
Explore Asheville’s best breweries with local beer experts!
Asheville
2 or 3 hours
Kid-Friendly
Brewery, History Tour, Walking Tour
BREW-ed
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Custom Half-day Photo Tour
$155 - $175 per person | 5-Hour Trip | All Levels Welcome!
Asheville
Private Tours
WNC Photo Tours
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3-Day Bike Rental
All ages
Asheville
3 days
Bike Rental
WayOut Adventure Rentals
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Wild Food Stroll
$45 for Adults | 1.5 Hours | All Ages
Asheville Art Walk: Street Art Gems of the South Slope Downtown
All Ages • Up to 20 People • 1 Hour
Private Tour
Starting at $270 | 1.5 - 3 Hours | All Ages
Asheville
Private Tours
No Taste Like Home
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Sunset Raft Tour
relaxing evening float
Asheville
2
Kid-Friendly
Cedar Rock Adventures
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Asheville Mountain Portrait Photo Tour
$349 for Couples | $425 for Families
Personalized Day Trip Grand Mountain Town Journey
Up to 5 people ages 12+
Asheville
Private Tours
Guided Tour
Outta Asheville
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Kid-Friendly Tours Explore All
Fun With Fusing - Asheville
$55 | 50 Minutes | Ages 8+ | No experience needed.
Asheville
50 minutes
Kid-Friendly
North Carolina Glass Center
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Canoe Basics
Durham
About 1.5 hours
Kid-Friendly
Frog Hollow Outdoors
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Night Paddle
Durham
About 3 Hours
Kid-Friendly
Kayak
Frog Hollow Outdoors
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General Admission Groups of 5+
1 Hour • Ages 3+ • Great for Groups!
Charlotte
1 Hour
Kid-Friendly
Picture Project CLT
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Zipline Packages • 2-6 Ziplines
Ages 2+ • 1 - 3 Hours • Enjoy the Thrill of Zipping at Speeds Up to 35mph
Durham
Kid-Friendly
Zipline
Xtreme Park Adventures
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Lake Raleigh Outpost
Durham
Up to 1.5 hours
Kid-Friendly
Kayak
Frog Hollow Outdoors
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Group Surf Lesson
All ages • 1 Hour • Unforgettable expierence!
Surf City
1 hour
Kid-Friendly
Topsail Island Surf School
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Skyline & Streets: A Whimsical Rydables Ride Through Charlotte
1 Hour
Charlotte
1 Hour
Kid-Friendly
Charlotte NC Tours
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Stand Up Paddleboard (SUP) Basics
Durham
About 1.5 hours
Kid-Friendly
Frog Hollow Outdoors
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Zipline Packages • Twilight Zipline
Ages 2+ • 2 Hours • Zip at Speeds Up to 35mph Under the Stars
Durham
Kid-Friendly
Xtreme Park Adventures
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Kayak Tours Explore All
Cape Hatteras Kayak Tour
2 Hours | Intermediate Level | Ages 6+
Just South Of Rodanthe
Kayak
Stoke Dispensary
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Water Sports - 6 Day Rental
Surfboards, Paddleboards, Kayaks | Rates Vary by Item | Please select rental START day
Wilmington
Kayak
Wrightsville Beach Bikes & Boards
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Shark Tooth Island Tour
Enjoy the views of the Shark Tooth Island Tour
Wilmington
2 Hours
Kayak
Aussie Yaks
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Masonboro Island Intracoastal Tour
Explore and Immerse yourself, adventure awaits!
Wilmington
2.5 Hours
Kayak
Aussie Yaks
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Zeke's Island Tour
Discover Wildlife, Marshes, and Hidden Islands at Zeke’s Island
Kure Beach
2 Hours
Kayak
Aussie Yaks
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Sail Club Membership
Monthly Membership $95 • Unlimited Paddling + Sailing!
Wrightsville Beach
Private Tours
Kayak
Sound Side
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Rentals • Single Kayaks
5 Hours-7 Days
Carolina Beach
Kayak
Tony Silvagni Surf School
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Beach Chair Rental
Surf City
Kayak
Topsail Surf & Cycle, LLC
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Kitty Hawk Woods Kayak Tour
2 Hours | Beginner and family friendly | All Ages Welcome
Kitty Hawk
Kayak
Stoke Dispensary
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Full Moon Kayaking with Picnic
3 Hour Trip • Experience The Awe of Paddling Under A Full Moon
Wilmington
Kayak
Mahanaim Adventures
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