Hidden gems: places in Banner Elk
Discover the city's hidden treasures—remarkable spots that are relatively undiscovered but offer exceptional experiences. Our selection criteria? A rating of 4.5 or higher with fewer than 150 reviews. Explore these lesser-known yet outstanding places that promise a delightful visit in Banner Elk. Ratings are based from 27 places in the city.
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Avery Community Yoga
Yoga studio
👍👍 Experienced & caring instructors in a beautiful/healing space
5.00 (5 reviews)
6
Perry House Bed & Breakfast
Bed & breakfast
Renovated 1903 home on a hill featuring 5 cozy guestrooms with country decor & en suite bathrooms.
4.90 (51 reviews)
8
Ensemble Stage
Theater company
👍👍 Gary and Lisa have worked very hard and are dedicated to bringing excellent performances to Banner Elk
4.90 (37 reviews)
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Blind Elk Tap Room
Beer hall
👍👍 Cool little bar in Banner Elk. On a nice day they are able to open up the front and they have a little bar you can sit at in the fresh air. They have a nice selection of beer from local breweries as well as other alcohol options. No food, just a straight up small bar.
4.80 (142 reviews)
10
Little Main Street Inn
Hotel
Quaint hotel with cozy studios & suites offering kitchens & dining areas, plus a common porch.
4.80 (140 reviews)
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Hayes Auditorium
Auditorium
👍👍 This place is a great venue to watch a live play or musical. We've seen numerous productions put on by the Lees-Mcrae drama department and have always been thoroughly entertained. Just watched the 9 to 5 Musical and we loved it! Large enough venue to handle quite a few people, and the best part fo...
4.80 (54 reviews)
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The Village of Banner Elk
Restaurant
👍👍 Sorrents, Prime 21, Primo, and Chef's table located in Downtown Banner Elk are all phenomenal restaurants and a place to meet good people. My wife and I absolutely love the restaurants. Try it, you'll love it!!!
4.80 (50 reviews)
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Ogle Realty
Real estate agency
🫤 At first glance, the hostel and everything in it is very clean and orderly. In a way it's in that pristine condition we all strive for in our own homes. However there's a reason for this. The manager of the place, Holly, is quite neurotic in character and turned the stay from a nice getaway into som...
4.80 (33 reviews)
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Banner House Museum
Museum
👍👍 We love historical homes and this is a very nice one. Interesting period pieces, family mementos as well as items from other important people from the same time period. Our docent was very knowledgeable and passionate about the house and it's history. It was an enjoyable way to spend a rainy afte...
4.80 (23 reviews)
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Peak Fitness
Fitness center
👍👍 Fantastic body building gym - the type of place where all the guys are so busy admiring their own muscles they leave all the women alone. Has multiple power racks and lots of machines. There’s usually an old guy lifting in jeans. It’s surprisingly clean given the clientele. The womens dressing has s...
4.70 (56 reviews)