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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Our site gives you a fast, convenient way to explore the best tours, excursions, and experiences available for your vacation in North Carolina. With up-to-date schedules, clear descriptions, and secure booking directly with local operators, you can lock in the activities you’re excited about before your trip even begins. No more scrambling for last-minute openings - just confident planning and more time to enjoy your getaway. Let us help you turn your vacation in North Carolina into something truly memorable.
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
Fireworks Cruise
Fireworks Cruise | $35
Morehead City
Morehead City Ferry Service
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Mountaintops-to-Rooftops Package
Asheville’s Ultimate Wellness & Rooftop Experience
Asheville
3 hours
Asheville Rooftop Bar Tours, LLC
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D.E.Y. (Decorate Everything Yourself) Party
2.5 Hours • All Ages • Build Your Own Party!
Charlotte
Private Tours
Picture Project CLT
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6 Passenger Golf Cart
Perfect Way To Enjoy The Island! Ages 21+
Charlotte
2-7 Days
Rentals
HB3 Carts, LLC
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Blue Ridge Parkway - Jeep Tour
Mountain Views | 3 - 4 hours | Paved Roads | Driving Tour
Asheville
Private Tours
Asheville Jeep Tours
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Mobile - 3 Brewery Tour
Mobile tour of Asheville’s outlying craft breweries. $79 for Drinkers and $39 for Non-Drinkers!
Asheville
Asheville Brewery Tours
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Wilmington, NC
All Ages • Two Hours • Up to 6 Guests
Wrightsville Beach
Private Tours
Teraloom
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Customized Private Group Driving Tour
Rebuilding Affrilachia Through Art, Environment, and Social Enterprise
Asheville
2 hours
Private Tours
Hood Huggers International
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Sightseeing Tour
All ages • 1 Hr 15 Min
Southport
1 Hour 15 Minutes
Boat Tour
Oak Island Boat Tours
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Beer City Brewery Tours South Slope
• Asheville's Best Brewery Tour in 3 Hours •Book Now or Call 828-677-2337 (BEER)
Asheville
Beer City Brewery Tours LLC
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Paintball Tours Explore All
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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Full Day Summer Camp
Ages 7-16 • 9am to 4pm Everyday for 5 Days • The Perfect Place for your Kids this Summer!
Durham
Laser Tag, Paintball, Ropes Course
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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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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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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Private Airsoft - Rambo Shooter
1 Hour • Ages 8+ • 6 Player Minimum • Includes Equipment, Instructor & Private Field Time
Durham
Private Tours
Paintball
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 - 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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Boat Tours Explore All
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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Club Memberships
Join the Kayak Carolina Paddling Club!
Wilmington
Private Tours
Boat Rental, Boat Tour, Canoe, Eco Tour, Environmental Attraction, Guided Tour, Kayak, Rentals, Self-Guided Tour, Sightseeing Tour, Water Activities, Wellness, Wildlife, Winter Activities, Workshop
Kayak Carolina
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Sunset Cruise
For all ages! • Watch the sun drop below the horizon!
Carolina Beach
2 Hours
Boat Tour
Capt. Charlie’s Adventures
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Custom Excursions
Optional $200 Deposit • Call to Book • Up to 12 Hours • For up to 6 People • All Ages
Morehead City
Boat Tour, Camping
H2O Captain Eco-Tour Private Boat Excursions
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BWB Repeat • Boat, Walk, Beach...Repeat aka Wild Horses & Great Shelling! Private Excursion
From only $599! • Optional $200 Deposit • 4 Hours • Up to 6 passengers • All Ages
Morehead City
Private Tours
Boat Tour
H2O Captain Eco-Tour Private Boat Excursions
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Sunset Cruise
All ages • 1 Hr 15 Min
Southport
1 Hour 15 Minutes
Boat Tour
Oak Island Boat Tours
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Sunset & Dolphin Cruise
3 hours
Morehead City
Private Tours
Boat Tour, Dolphin
H2O Captain Eco-Tour Private Boat Excursions
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Sunrise Paddle in the Zeke's Island Reserve
2.5-3 Hour Tour • Experience the majestic sunrise colors from the front row of your kayak
Kure Beach
Private Tours
Aquarium, Boat Tour, Canoe, Dolphin, Eco Tour, Environmental Attraction, Ferry, Guided Tour, Kayak, Photography Tour, Rentals, Self-Guided Tour, Sightseeing Tour, Snowmobile, Water Activities, Wellness, Wildlife
Kayak Carolina
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Sunset Sail
2 Hour Sail | Most Popular! | Private or Public
Wrightsville Beach
Private Tours
Boat Tour, Sailing, Sunset Sail
Shamrock Sailing
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Teaching Tuesdays
Optional $200 Deposit • 2 hours or 4 hours • Up to 6 Passengers
Morehead City
Boat Tour, Sternwheeler/Riverboat
H2O Captain Eco-Tour Private Boat Excursions
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Visit Asheville Explore All
The Classic: Downtown Asheville
2+ Hrs | 5 Local Restaurants | 2 Drink Pairings | $79
Half Day Rental • Scenic Paddle
For all ages! • 4 Hours • Up to 2 Adults and 1 Child per Canoe
Asheville
Private Tours
Asheville Canoe House
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Asheville Mountain Portrait Photo Tour
$349 for Couples | $425 for Families
Sunset Paddle • Guided
3 Hours • 1 Canoe for 2 Adults + Guide
2026 Moab Utah Astrophotography Workshop
Sept 9th - 11th, 2026
River Arts District Brewery Walking Tour
Asheville
3 hours
Kid-Friendly
BREW-ed
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Wait List
Don't see a date and time that works for you? Join the wait list!
CLUB Zen Tubing
Season Pass • Starting at $150 for unlimited tubing
Floating Bar Crawl Tour
4 Hours • Ages 21+
Asheville
4
Guided Tour
Cedar Rock Adventures
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Kid-Friendly Tours Explore All
Foraging Tour
$85 for Adults | 3 Hours | All Ages
Sunset Sail
2 Hour Sail | Most Popular! | Private or Public
Wrightsville Beach
Private Tours
Boat Tour, Sailing, Sunset Sail
Shamrock Sailing
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Bottom Fishing Trips Offshore
Hit the waters and experience fishing like never before with an expert guide!
Carolina Beach
8, 10, or 12 Hours
Private Tours
Fishing
Tail Chaser Carolina Beach Fishing Charter
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Full Day Fishing Charters
Ages 7+ • 10 Hours • Fishing License & All Equipment Provided!
Osprey Private Charter
Enjoy a private cruise on the Cape Fear river! Book Now or call sales team for more details.
Wilmington
2 hours
Private Tours
Cape Fear Riverboats
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Private Sunset Cruise
✨CUSTOMER FAVORITE! 2 Hours - Up to 13 people • All Ages Welcome!
Wilmington
2 Hours
Private Tours
Epic Excursions NC
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Beautiful Self Guided Kayaking by the Biltmore
Ages 12+ • 2.5-3.5 hours • A relaxing and spectacularly beautiful float
Asheville
Private Tours
Kayak
Asheville Adventure Company
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Activity Space Rental
NC Coastal Reserve Series | Bays To Bald Head Paddle
Explore the unique bays & salt marshes of the Zeke's & Bald Head Island Nature Reserves
Kure Beach
5-6 hours
Kayak
Kayak Carolina
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Caregiver & Me Cooking Class
Make memories in our Kitchen • Designed for kids and parents to cook together!
Winston-salem
1 hour
Kid-Friendly
Cooking Class
Taste Buds Kitchen - Winston-Salem
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Kayak Tours Explore All
Fat Tire 7-speed Beach Cruiser Bikes
Quality Equipment - The Best rate in Topsail Island
Surf City
Kayak
Topsail Surf & Cycle, LLC
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Weekly Rentals: Wetsuits
Weekly Rates | All Ages Welcome | Free Delivery Included
Kitty Hawk
Kayak
Stoke Dispensary
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Electric Bike Rental
Surf City
Kayak
Topsail Surf & Cycle, LLC
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Capsize Recovery & Rescue 101
Durham
About 1.5 hours
Kayak
Frog Hollow Outdoors
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Historic Eagle Island Kayaking Adventure
3 Hour Trip • Ride with the Tides! • Mon - Sat
Wilmington
Kayak
Mahanaim Adventures
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Weekly Sunrise Paddle in the Zeke's Island Reserve
Club Sunrise Paddle, Meets every Wednesday
Corolla Kayak Adventure
2 Hours | Intermediate Level | All Ages Welcome
Club Memberships
Join the Kayak Carolina Paddling Club!
Wilmington
Private Tours
Boat Rental, Boat Tour, Canoe, Eco Tour, Environmental Attraction, Guided Tour, Kayak, Rentals, Self-Guided Tour, Sightseeing Tour, Water Activities, Wellness, Wildlife, Winter Activities, Workshop
Kayak Carolina
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Premium Multi-Speed Cruiser Bikes
Comfortable & Classic Design. It's an Electra!
Surf City
Kayak
Topsail Surf & Cycle, LLC
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Lake Raleigh Outpost
Durham
Up to 1.5 hours
Kid-Friendly
Kayak
Frog Hollow Outdoors
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