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Cajun Canvas
Cajun Canvas
Recreation in Charlotte, NC USA

A fun place to paint a masterpiece while enjoying a drink. Bring a bottle of wine or a few beers to enjoy as you follow along with the artist to create a 'Painting By You'. Everyone begins with a blank canvas. You will receive step-by-step instructions which are designed for all skill levels.


Carl Sandburg Home National Historic Site
Carl Sandburg Home National Historic Site
National Park in Flat Rock, NC USA

National Historical Site Trail Openings/Closures: The Front Lake trail and portions of the Memminger trail are now OPEN.

Carolina Cruising Charters
Carolina Cruising Charters
Boating in Cornelius, NC USA

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Carolina History and Haunts
Carolina History and Haunts
Tour in Greensboro, NC USA

Historical Ghost Walking Tour of Downtown Greensboro Whether you believe in ghosts or not, join us for a stroll through the streets and alleyways of Downtown Greensboro guided by the eerie glow of candlelight.

Castle McCulloch, The Crystal Gardens & Gem Panning
Castle McCulloch, The Crystal Gardens & Gem Panning things to do on a rainy day in North Carolina
Historic Site in Jamestown, NC USA

Restored gold refinery located at a secluded castle The castle is a restored gold refinery on the National Register of Historic Places. Built in 1832 and restored in mid-1980, the castle is a granite structure with a drawbridge, moat and 70-foot tower. Visitors can enjoy seasonal activities, and tours.


Chix with Stix
Chix with Stix things to do on a rainy day in Lenoir, NC
Shopping in Lenoir, NC USA

Knitting and crocheting products Yarn and accessories for all knitting and crocheting needs. Large inventory for all types of yarns.

Colonial Heritage Center
Colonial Heritage Center things to do on a rainy day in Greensboro, NC
Museum in Greensboro, NC USA

Explore history at your own pace, on your own time. The Colonial Heritage Center interprets the history of backcountry life before, during and after the American Revolution. Take a self-guided tour of Guilford County, North Carolina's colonial past.

Estes-Winn Antique Car Museum
Estes-Winn Antique Car Museum things to do on a rainy day in Asheville, NC
Museum in Asheville, NC USA

Museum Visit Asheville's only antique car museum! Housed in the former weaving shop of Biltmore Industries, this historic attraction features antique and vintage vehicles owned by local legend Harry D. Blomberg.

Fascinate-U Children's Museum
Fascinate-U Children's Museum things to do on a rainy day in Fayetteville, NC
Childrens Museum in Fayetteville, NC USA

Where children can explore their world the way they learn best-through creative role-playing, manipulation, and interaction with each other and the objects around them. Serving children who can walk through those of age twelve. We we maintain one guiding principle...


Fort Raleigh National Historic Site
Fort Raleigh National Historic Site
National Park in Manteo, NC USA

National Park The first English attempts at colonization in the New World (1585-1587) are commemorated here. These efforts, sponsored by Sir Walter Raleigh, ended with the disappearance of 116 men, women and children (including two that were born in the New World).

Friendly Center
Friendly Center
Shopping in Greensboro, NC USA

Beautiful outdoor shopping village Enjoy the convenience, variety and selection in a beautiful, outdoor shopping village. Featuring Apple, Belk, Macy's, Sears, Old Navy, The Grande Cinemas, The Extra Ingredient, Harper's Restaurant, The Muse, Romano's Macaroni Grill and more. Gift cards available.

Funny Bus Comedy City Tours
Funny Bus Comedy City Tours
Tour in Charlotte, NC USA

The Most Popular Tourist Attraction in NC. “Charlotte’s Funny Bus combines an informational city bus tour with a BYOB comedy show.

Funny Bus Comedy City Tours Charlotte NC
Funny Bus Comedy City Tours Charlotte NC
Recreation in Charolotte, NC USA

Comedy City tour in Charlotte NC If you are looking for a fun night out with the perfect bend of laughter and learning about the history of the Queen City, then the Funny Bus is just what the doctor ordered.

Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Great Smoky Mountains National Park
National Park in Smokey Mountains, NC USA

National Park

Grove
Grove things to do on a rainy day in Greensboro, NC
Winery in Greensboro, NC USA

Grove Winery & Vineyards Grove Winery and Vineyards in northeastern Guilford County is located 7 miles from the Greensboro city limits. The winery is open noon-6 pm daily for tastings or simply a glass of wine on our patio.

Guilford Courthouse National Military Park
Guilford Courthouse National Military Park
National Park in Greensboro, NC USA

Honoring the site of a pivotal Revolutionary War battle. Last major campaign of the American Revolution in North Carolina fought between the armies of General Cornwallis and General Nathaneal Greene. The British won the field, but lost many more men, which resulted in a strategic victory for American forces.

Gunters Greenhouse and Garden Center
Gunters Greenhouse and Garden Center
Shopping in Durham, NC USA

Located in durham nc growers of high quality plants

Harper House/Hickory History Center
Harper House/Hickory History Center things to do on a rainy day in Lenoir, NC
Historic Site in Hickory, NC USA

Tours of Queen Anne Victorian Mansion & Changing Exhibits The Harper House: Built in 1887, this Queen Anne Victorian mansion has been meticulously restored and furnished by the Catawba County Historical Association and support from the community.

International Civil Rights Center & Museum
International Civil Rights Center & Museum things to do on a rainy day in Greensboro, NC
Museum in Greensboro, NC USA

Must-see interactive civil rights history Located in the former F.W. Woolworth retail store at 134 S. Elm St., this must-see vital piece of history takes you on a journey into American civil rights history with vivid photography, artifacts, video reenactments and interactive galleries.

Moores Creek National Battlefield
Moores Creek National Battlefield
National Park in Currie, NC USA

National Battlefield

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North Carolina

Attractions
Activities
Indoor Activities
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Regions

Asheville
Chapel Hill
Charlotte
Durham
Fayetteville
Greensboro
Lenoir
New Bern
Outer Banks
Pinehurst-Southern Pines
Raleigh
Wilmington
Winston-Salem


Best Time to Visit North Carolina


The best time to visit North Carolina is in the summer and spring. Summer temperatures are warm with averages in the mid 70's and highs in the mid 80's. Nights are mild with lows in the mid 60's. Spring temperatures are cool with averages in the low 60's and highs in the mid 70's. Spring nights are cool with lows in the low 50's.

Spring Visit North Carolina in the summerSummer Visit North Carolina in the fallFall Winter


Monthly Temperatures in North Carolina


Month Low Avg High
January 30.5 40.6 50.6
February 32.3 43.5 54.5
March 39.2 50.8 62.4
April 46.8 59.0 71.3
May 56.0 67.1 78.2
June 64.3 74.5 84.7
July 68.7 78.5 88.3
August 67.4 77.1 86.7
September 61.4 71.4 81.3
October 49.1 60.6 72.0
November 40.4 51.6 62.8
December 33.3 43.6 53.9

Destinations in and around North Carolina to Visit



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