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
CLUB Zen Tubing
Season Pass • Starting at $150 for unlimited tubing
🌄 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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Unveiling the Urban Canvas: A Private Asheville Mural Tour
All Ages • Up to 13 People • Celebrate with your besties!
Asheville
Private Tours
Mountain Murals
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15-Passenger Van Rental (Charlotte Douglas International Airport)
Must be 25+ to rent • Great for groups/families • Starting at $249
Charlotte
Available daily, weekly or monthly. We are flexi
Transportation
Nation Van Rentals - Charlotte
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4 Passenger Golf Cart
Perfect Way To Enjoy The Island! Ages 21+
Charlotte
2-7 Days
Rentals
HB3 Carts, LLC
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Latimer House Day Tour
All Ages • 50 Minutes
Wilmington
50 Minutes
The Lower Cape Fear Historical Society at the Latimer House
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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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Merry & Bright Pre-Sale 10% Off
A Holiday of Lights
Wilmington
Poplar Grove Plantation
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Private Sightseeing Cruise
50 min • All Ages • Experience the beautiful area of the intracoastal waterway
Southport
Private Tours
Southport Water Tours
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Boat Tours Explore All
'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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Local Knowledge for Mariners
New to boating in the area? Captain Mark is here to help you!
Morehead City
Boat Tour
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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The Afternoon Sun Cruise
All ages! • 2 Hours
Carolina Beach
2 Hours
Boat Tour
Technique Marine LLC
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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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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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Cape Fear Sightseeing Cruise
1 Hour Cruise | Full Bar | Live Narrated
Wilmington
Boat Tour, Sightseeing Tour
Cape Fear Riverboats
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A 3-Island Tour: Sand Dollars, Wild Horses, and a Lighthouse!!
Optional $200 Deposit • Sand Dollars, Wild Horses, and a Lighthouse, Oh My! Up to 6 hours.
Morehead City
Boat Tour
H2O Captain Eco-Tour Private Boat Excursions
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Double Trouble: Shack Attack and a Lighthouse!!
Optional $200 Deposit • 5-6 Hours • Private Charter
Morehead City
Private Tours
Boat Tour
H2O Captain Eco-Tour Private Boat Excursions
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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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Kid-Friendly Tours Explore All
Rydables Holiday Lights Tour
1 Hour
Charlotte
1 Hour
Kid-Friendly, Private Tours
Charlotte NC Tours
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Carolina Beach History and Mural Tour
Walking tour on the history and culture of Pleasure Island, including its amazing public artwork
Carolina Beach
1.5 hours
Kid-Friendly
Wilmington Walking Tours
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Hidden History: Vol. Two with Heather Leah
Ages 2+ • 1.5 Hours
Raleigh
1.5 Hours
Kid-Friendly
The Great Raleigh Trolley
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6pm - 9pm • Xtreme Kombat Paintball Packages
Ages 8+ Recommended • Includes Mask, Gun, Tank, Hopper & Paintballs
Durham
Kid-Friendly
Xtreme Park Adventures
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Rydables Ghost Tour of Charlotte
1.5 Hours
Charlotte
1.5 Hours
Kid-Friendly
Charlotte NC Tours
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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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Flame Shop: Fun With Fusing - Black Mountain
$55 | 50 Minutes | Ages 8+ | No experience needed.
Black Mountain
60 minutes
Kid-Friendly
North Carolina Glass Center
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School Break Cooking Camp
Ages 4-13 • 3 hours per day • When school is closed, we are open!
Winston-salem
3 hours per day
Kid-Friendly, Private Tours
Cooking Class
Taste Buds Kitchen - Winston-Salem
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6pm - 9pm • Airsoft - Premium Package
Ages 8+ Recommended • Includes Mask, Gun, Battery, and 1000 BBs
Durham
3 Hours
Kid-Friendly
Xtreme Park Adventures
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DIY Custom Candle Pouring - Durham
Pop-in + Pour | Ages 5+ | 35-45 Minutes
Durham
35-45 Minutes
Kid-Friendly
Paddywax Candle Bar - Durham, NC
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Kayak Tours Explore All
Capsize Recovery & Rescue 101
Durham
About 1.5 hours
Kayak
Frog Hollow Outdoors
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Black River / Ivanhoe
4 to 4.5 Hour Trip • Popular Paddling Destination! • Mon - Sat
Wilmington
Kayak
Mahanaim Adventures
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Standup Paddleboard Rental
Quality Equipment - The Best rates in Topsail Island
Surf City
Kayak
Topsail Surf & Cycle, LLC
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Surfboard Rental
Quality Equipment - The Best rates in Topsail Island
Surf City
Kayak
Topsail Surf & Cycle, LLC
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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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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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Lake Raleigh Sundown Float
Durham
Up to 1.5 hours
Kid-Friendly
Kayak
Frog Hollow Outdoors
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Kayak Tour: Kitty Hawk Woods Biolum
1.5-2 Hours |Ages 6+| Beginner and Intermediate
Kitty Hawk
Kayak
Stoke Dispensary
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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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3 Day Rental: Kayaks, SUPs, Surf
3 Day Rates | Free Delivery
Kitty Hawk
Kayak
Stoke Dispensary
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Visit Asheville Explore All
Bach Tour - Private
The ultimate bride squad experience • BYOB • 1.5 hours
Asheville
1.5 hours
Private Tours
Amazing Pubcycle
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Club Zen Pass
$150 for unlimited tubing! • Valid for Tube Reservations any day of the week, at BOTH locations!
The Classic: Downtown Asheville
2+ Hrs | 5 Local Restaurants | 2 Drink Pairings | $79
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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Kid Cycle Tour - Private
Family fun on two wheels • All ages • 1.5 hours
Asheville
1.5 hours
Private Tours
Amazing Pubcycle
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Team Building Tour - Public
Team bonding, Asheville style • Groups welcome • 1.5 hours
Asheville
1.5 hours
Amazing Pubcycle
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Pub Tour - Public
Most popular! • BYOB • Ages 12+ • 1.5 hours
Asheville
1.5 hours
Amazing Pubcycle
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Asheville Tubing Adventures
Ages 4+ • 2 hours • High Quality Tubes • Enjoy the cruise!
Asheville
Asheville Adventure Company
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Wild Food Stroll
$45 for Adults | 1.5 Hours | All Ages
Paintball Tours Explore All
Xtreme Kombat Paintball Packages
Ages 8+ Recommended • Includes Mask, Gun, Tank, Hopper & Paintballs
Durham
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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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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Airsoft Package
Ages 8+ Recommended • Includes Mask, Gun, Battery, and BB's
Durham
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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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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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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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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VIP Membership
$337 - $437 • 6 Month or 1 Year Memberships • Paintball & Airsoft
Durham
Paintball
Xtreme Park Adventures
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