Best places in Blowing Rock

Discover the best places in Blowing Rock, curated using our unique algorithm blending 'Top Rated' and 'Most Reviewed' establishments. Uncover the city's gems and must-visit locales for an unforgettable experience. Please note that certain places categories are intentionally excluded to ensure a refined selection. Ratings are based from 724 places in the city.

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Rough Ridge Lookout - Grandfather Mountain, NC. image
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Rough Ridge Lookout - Grandfather Mountain, NC.
Hiking area
Reached via a wooden walkway, this lookout area on Rough Ridge offers sweeping views.
4.90 (1K reviews) (~11.73 km from centre)
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Linn Cove Viaduct
Scenic spot
A segment of the Blue Ridge Parkway, this concrete, S-shaped bridge hugs Grandfather Mountain.
4.90 (907 reviews) (~12.9 km from centre)
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Grandfather Mountain State Park
State park
Expansive mountain park with challenging trails, rocky cliffs, scenic views & camping (with permit).
4.80 (6.1K reviews) (~13.07 km from centre)
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Grandfather Mountain
Nature preserve
Nature preserve with rugged peaks, alpine hiking trails, a nature museum & backcountry camping.
4.80 (5.8K reviews) (~14.57 km from centre)
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Valle Crucis Community Park
Park
👍👍 This place was INCREDIBLE! Even more incredible, it's all funded by donations. Absolutely stunning views at all times of the day. A little something for everyone... Strolling the paved paths, walking the grass trails, sitting riverside, fishing, playgrounds, sculptures, lots of wildlife, wetlands ar...
4.90 (743 reviews) (~12.32 km from centre)
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Mile High Swinging Bridge
Tourist attraction
Built in 1952, this mile-high pedestrian bridge offers sweeping views of Grandfather Mountain.
4.80 (3.2K reviews) (~14.57 km from centre)
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High Gravity Adventures Zip Line & Aerial Park
Adventure sports center
Obstacle courses & zip-line tours are designed for most ages at this forested family attraction.
4.90 (646 reviews) (~4.66 km from centre)
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Original Mast General Store
General store
Retailer selling a broad selection of goods, including food, apparel & outdoor gear, since 1883.
4.80 (2.1K reviews) (~12.53 km from centre)
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Julian Price Memorial Park
Memorial park
Massive mountainside park features lake activities, trails, numerous picnic sites & an amphitheater.
4.80 (2K reviews) (~5.4 km from centre)
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Thunder Hill Overlook
Scenic spot
Wide views of North Carolina are available from this famous stop, beloved of amateur astronomers.
4.90 (610 reviews) (~3.11 km from centre)
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Beacon Heights Overlook Trail
Hiking area
👍👍 Stay on the trail to the very end. There is an overlook that’s worth seeing before you reach the end, but the best sunrise spot is all the way back. Amazing sunrise spot. We had breakfast and watched the sunrise. It’s a short hike with parking right at the trailhead.
4.90 (456 reviews) (~14.74 km from centre)
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T.H. Broyhill Walking Park
Park
Peaceful destination featuring a botanical garden, a wildlife sanctuary & tranquil, lakefront paths.
4.80 (905 reviews) (~29.19 km from centre)
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Blue Moose Coffee Lodge
Coffee shop
👍👍 I come to Lenoir once a year for a physical for my husbands work and afterwards I always treat myself at the Blue Moose Coffee Shop. I love this place and the people are always a pleasure to talk with. Today, I tried the Blue Hornsby and it is delicious!! Thanks for making my 2 hour trip home pleasa...
$ $$$
4.80 (876 reviews) (~28.12 km from centre)
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Apple Hill Farm
Tourist attraction
👍👍 My friends and I just came back from a four day trip to Banner Elk, NC and it was an amazing place! Apple Hill Farm was an absolute dream! The service, employees, scenery and atmosphere was amazing! Ms. Karen was our tour guide and she did a wonderful job; all the animals were nice and friendly and...
4.80 (738 reviews) (~14.25 km from centre)
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Hatchet Coffee
Coffee shop
👍👍 Great coffee shop a little out of town, but worth the visit. You might have a wait depending on when you arrive as this is a popular spot with good reason. if you’re a fan of peanut butter you’ve got to try the peanut-buddy. In the words of Homer Simpson, “AaggaGGhGhghGhGhghhhh”. Be sure to check ou...
$ $$$
4.80 (649 reviews) (~9.5 km from centre)
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Gamekeeper Restaurant
Fine dining restaurant
Rustic fine-dining venue set in a 1950s-era stone cottage & specializing in locally sourced game.
$$$ $
4.80 (644 reviews) (~5.01 km from centre)
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Mast General Store Annex
General store
Retailer selling a broad selection of goods, including food, apparel & outdoor gear, since 1883.
4.70 (2.1K reviews) (~12.15 km from centre)
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Vicious Biscuit Boone
Breakfast restaurant
👍👍 This is an amazing place. With that being said I gave the food a 4 star because my egg white was extremely uncooked. I did get an eggs Benedict but the whites should of been opaque. The hollandaise sauce was creamy & Rich. The ham Smoky and tender and the biscuits were the best I've tasted. My meal...
$$ $$
4.80 (595 reviews) (~8.16 km from centre)
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Moses H. Cone Memorial Park
Memorial park
The preserved country estate of a conservationist, with 25 miles of trails & a regional crafts shop.
4.70 (2K reviews) (~2.03 km from centre)
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Brown Mountain Overlook
Tourist attraction
👍👍 Fantastic spot to stop and view the nearby mountains. Great place to have a picnic on the nearby tables as well. Amazing views here with refreshing breezes coming through. Great place to try and see the Brown mountain lights! Having lived near brown mountain years ago I always wanted to see the Brow...
4.80 (574 reviews) (~26.04 km from centre)
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