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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)
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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)
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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)
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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...
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4.80 (649 reviews)
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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)
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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)
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Bass Lake Trail
Park
Flat, tree-topped walking trail circling a small lake, with connections to other paths.
4.80 (472 reviews)
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Elk Mountain Overlook
Scenic spot
👍👍 Scenic wonderland, ample parking, vast expanse of natural beauty.
Awe inspiring.
4.80 (379 reviews)
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Tweetsie Railroad
Amusement park
Family-oriented park with train rides, an amusement park, chair lift, petting zoo & live shows.
4.60 (4.6K reviews)
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Elk Knob State Park
State park
Panoramic hilltop views, beech forest hikes & primitive campsites, plus cross-country ski trails.
4.80 (325 reviews)
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Raven Rock Overlook
Scenic spot
Roadside observation point granting picturesque views of the surroundings mountains & valleys.
4.80 (318 reviews)
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The Cone Manor
Historical landmark
Neocolonial manor home & craft center featuring handmade quilts, pottery & other locally-made items.
4.60 (1.1K reviews)
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Blue Bear Mountain
Campground
Rustic complex in the mountains featuring cozy cabins & permanent tepees, plus BBQs & fire pits.
4.70 (290 reviews)
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Yadkin Valley Overlook
Scenic spot
👍👍 Loved the vibes up there.
What a beautiful sight to s👀!
I recommend taking the family my friends.
4.80 (173 reviews)
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The Moon@ Blowing Rock
Asian restaurant
👍👍 So this place has some adventurous parking but is so worth it. Very delicious and quite the variety on the menu with tons of sushi options. The customer service was friendly, helpful, and full of energy. Everything was very clean and I would happily eat here again...Thank you MoonThai!!
4.50 (610 reviews)
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Flat Top Lookout Tower
Scenic spot
👍👍 Nice trail, we started later in the day so we missed most of the crowds. This is a busy trail and because it is all gravel it make it easy for everyone. First we passed some pastures with cows then a shaded tree section. Then came the cemetery and huge fields of blooms flowers. The final section is...
4.80 (165 reviews)
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Hidden Valley Motel
Motel
Unassuming rooms in a low-key motel offering BBQ grills & gardens, plus free parking.
4.90 (130 reviews)