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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

Ages 13+
2-Hour Electric Scooter Rental

Rent an e-scooter to explore Wilmington on your own, with friends, or with the family

2 Hours
EZ Electric Bike Tours & Rentals LLC
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Private
Tiki Time Private Cruise

UP TO 12 PASSENGERS-(1-4hrs) Island hop on the Tiki Time

Southport
1hr+
Private Tours
Southport Water Tours
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Butter My Way: Create Your Own Custom Body Butter

All Ages • 0.5 Hours • Up to 32 People

Raleigh
Lip Print Beauty Bar
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Kid-Friendly
Ages 2+
5
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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Half day 4 hr ride from our store $52.

Half day 4 hr ride from our store $52.

Wilmington
Carolina Ebikes LLC
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Private
Ultimate Island Glamping Experience

Boat Transportation to and from island included! (OFFERED SPRING & FALL)

Wilmington
Private Tours
Epic Excursions NC
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4.9
Sky's The Limit Tour

3 Hours • 3 Roof Top Bars! • Afternoon Tour

Asheville
Asheville Rooftop Bar Tours, LLC
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Kid-Friendly
Ages 2+
Skyline & Streets: A Whimsical Rydables Ride Through Charlotte

1 Hour

Charlotte
1 Hour
Kid-Friendly
Charlotte NC Tours
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Mutli-Day Rental

Overnight camping for all ages! • Daily Rental • Up to 2 Canoes • Up to 4 Days

Asheville Canoe House
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Boat Tours Explore All

Private
Private Sunset Cruises

All Ages • 2 Hours • 6 Guests Covered, Can Accommodate Up to 12

2 Hours
Private Tours
Boat Tour
Sunset Boat Cruises
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5
Private
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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Private
Paloma Blanca USCG Charter with Captain

All Ages • 2 and 3 and 4 Hour Options • 6-12 Passengers

3 and 4 Hour Options
Private Tours
Boat Tour
Sunset Boat Cruises
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5
Private
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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5
Canals of Pine Knoll Shores plus Livin’ the Dream on Spooners and Pelletier Creeks

From only $569! • Optional $200 Deposit • 2.5 Hours • Up to 6 passengers • All Ages

Morehead City
Boat Tour
H2O Captain Eco-Tour Private Boat Excursions
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Sunset Cruise

All Ages • 2-4 Hour Options • Up to 12 Passengers

2, 3, and 4 Hour Options
Boat Tour
Blackbeard Scuba
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Private
Finale Rosborough Charter with Captain

All Ages •2 and 3 and 4 Hour Options • Up to 6 Passengers

3 and 4 Hour Options
Private Tours
Boat Tour
Sunset Boat Cruises
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Private
2-Hour Semi-Private Cruise

All Ages • Up to 9 Passengers

2 Hours
Private Tours
Boat Tour
Blackbeard Scuba
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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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Kayak Tours Explore All

Water Sports - 2 Day Rental

Surfboards, Paddleboards, Kayaks | Rates Vary by Item | Please select rental start day

Kayak
Wrightsville Beach Bikes & Boards
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Water Sports - 4 Day Rental

Surfboards, Paddleboards, Kayaks | Rates Vary by Item | Please select rental start day

Kayak
Wrightsville Beach Bikes & Boards
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Zeke's Island Salt Marsh Nature Tour

2.5-3 Hours • Explore the saltmarsh by kayak -- Learn about the birdlife, history and ecology

Kure Beach
Kayak
Kayak Carolina
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5
One Hour Kayak Tour

All Ages • Relaxing Adventure! • Participants Must be Able to Swim

Carolina Beach
Kayak
Tony Silvagni Surf School
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Private
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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5
Bicycle Rentals

Quality Equipment - The Best rates in Topsail Island

Kayak
Topsail Surf & Cycle, LLC
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Kayak Rental Zeke's Island

Singles & Doubles -- Includes Free Delivery & Pickup, Paddle, PFD, Seatback, Orientation/Directions

Kure Beach
Kayak
Kayak Carolina
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Paintball Tours Explore All

Private
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
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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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, Balls, Etc

Durham
Until park closing
Paintball
Xtreme Park Adventures
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Private
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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Xtreme Kombat Paintball Packages

Ages 8+ Recommended • Includes Mask, Gun, Tank, Hopper & Paintballs

Durham
Paintball
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
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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Kid-Friendly Tours Explore All

One hr sample ride from our store $25.

One hr sample ride from our store $25.

Wilmington
Carolina Ebikes LLC
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Kid-Friendly
Ages 1+
4.7
Sunset Cruise

All Ages • 1.5 Hours • Enjoy the magical colors of our sunsets

Wilmington
1 hour 30 minutes
Kid-Friendly
Wilmington Water Tours
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Kid-Friendly
Ages 10+
Jordan Lake Bald Eagle Paddle

About 4-5 Hours
Kid-Friendly
Frog Hollow Outdoors
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Ages 13+
5
Advanced Teen Cooking Camp

Ages 13-17 • 3 hours per day

Winston-salem
3 hours per day
Cooking Class
Taste Buds Kitchen - Winston-Salem
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5
Rentals • Beach Cruiser 26 Inch Bikes with Child Seat

5 Hours-7 Days

Carolina Beach
Tony Silvagni Surf School
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Kid-Friendly
Ages 5+
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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4.5
Private
Private Lessons - No Time Commitment at Fayetteville

Ages 8+ • 1 Hour

Fayetteville
Private Tours
Axes & Armor
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4.6
Raleigh Haunted Footsteps Ghost Tour

Ages 8 and up • 1 Hour 45 Minutes •

Raleigh
Tobacco Road Tours
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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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Visit Asheville Explore All

4.9
Private
Tandem/Double Bike Private Tour

1.5 hours • For 12-30 people

Asheville
Private Tours
Amazing Pubcycle
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4.9
Hot Shop: 30 Minute Make Your Own - Asheville

$115 | 30 Min | Ages 13+ | 1 Participant Per Class | Fri-Sun

Asheville
North Carolina Glass Center
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Kid-Friendly
Ages 6+
4.8
Tubing Reservations • South Asheville's French Broad River

Shuttles depart every 30 minutes. Group booking for 20+ people!

Asheville
Approx 3 hours
Kid-Friendly
Shuttle
Zen Tubing
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4.9
Flame Shop: Tasty Treats - Asheville

$108 | 60 Min | Ages 13+ | 2 Participants Per Class | Fridays

Asheville
North Carolina Glass Center
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Private
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 Art Walk: Street Art Gems of the South Slope Downtown

All Ages • Up to 20 People • 1 Hour

Asheville
Mountain Murals
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4.9
Private
Private Pub Tour

1.5 hours • 6-15 people

Asheville
Private Tours
Amazing Pubcycle
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4.9
French Broad Section 9 Whitewater Rafting

Ages 8+ • 4 hours • Beginner friendly

Asheville
Asheville Adventure Company
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4.9
Hot Shop 101: Building a Foundation - Asheville

$925 I 8 weeks (3 hours per week) I Ages 16+ | Wednesday Evenings

Asheville
North Carolina Glass Center
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