Things to Do with Kids in Franklin, NC

  • TripBuzz found 92 things to do with kids in or near Franklin, North Carolina, including 77 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Bryson City, Cherokee, Highlands and Sylva.
  • From Fun Factory Franklin to Turning Stones Fly Fishing, LLC Day Tours, the Franklin area offers 83 different types of family activities, including: Specialty Museums, Fishing, Bowling and Family Fun Center.
  • Situated in the Nantahala Forest, Franklin, NC is an official Appalachian Trail destination. Known locally as 'The Gem Capital of the World,' there are many precious stones to be found in the Franklin region and visitors can discover the potential with many gem mining services. Along with gem mining, many visitors come to Franklin for the hiking and views of its many waterfalls.
  • TripBuzz found 92 things to do with kids in or near Franklin, North Carolina, including 77 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Bryson City, Cherokee, Highlands and Sylva.
  • From Fun Factory Franklin to Turning Stones Fly Fishing, LLC Day Tours, the Franklin area offers 83 different types of family activities, including: Specialty Museums, Fishing, Bowling and Family Fun Center.
  • Situated in the Nantahala Forest, Franklin, NC is an official Appalachian Trail destination. Known locally as 'The Gem Capital of the World,' there are many precious stones to be found in the Franklin region and visitors can discover the potential with many gem mining services. Along with gem mining, many visitors come to Franklin for the hiking and views of its many waterfalls.
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28.2 Miles
98% 160 votes
Other Tours 1251 Academy Rd, Long Creek, SC 29658 MoreLess Info
For an adrenaline rush high above the forest floor, Chattooga Ridge Canopy Tours, has the perfect adventure for you. Climb the ski bridges, or fly across one of a dozen zip lines through the trees, or try a zip across Academy Lake.
28.2 Miles
98% 468 votes
Rafting 1251 Academy Rd, Long Creek, SC 29658 MoreLess Info
Since 1971, Wildwater Rafting, has been providing heart-pounding adventures for enthusiasts of all ages. Featuring half-day, full-day, and overnight trips, let their experienced guides provide you with the thrill of a lifetime.
28.4 Miles
86% 36 votes
Mini Golf 3659 Soco Road, Maggie Valley, NC 28751 MoreLess Info
Featuring a course filled with waterfalls, lighthouses, and scenic views, Fantasy Golf & Gameroom is a mini-golf facility with 18-holes available to play on. A game arcade is also available, featuring games like air hockey, racing simulators, and jackpot games.
28.5 Miles
98% 1020 votes
Specialty Museums 62 Vintage Lane, Maggie Valley, NC MoreLess Info
Motorcycle buffs enjoy visiting the Wheels Through Time Transportation Museum in Maggie Valley, North Carolina. The museum is dedicated to vintage motorcycles, accessories and paraphenalia. There are over 300 motorcycles in the institution's permanent collection.
28.5 Miles
91% 32 votes
Historic Sites 500 Oconee Station RD, Walhalla, SC 29691 MoreLess Info
Originally both a military outpost and a trading post, Oconee Station State Historic Site is still home to the William Richards House, and a stone blockhouse dating to the late 1700s. Take a guided tour, or hike the site's trails to Station Cove Falls.
29.3 Miles
86% 135 votes
National & State Parks 161 Holcombe CIR, Salem, SC 29676 MoreLess Info
Providing the only public access to Lake Joccassee, Devils Fork State Park is notable for its mountain streams, waterfalls, and trout fishing, its clear water is also ideal for scuba diving. Overnight accommodation is available via campgrounds or fully-furnished villas.
29.3 Miles
94% 79 votes
Other Tours 161 Holcombe Circle, Salem, SC 29676 MoreLess Info
Jocassee Lake Tours leads a variety of guided pontoon boat tours of the lake and its waterfalls, including a grilled shore lunch, and the opportunity to swim, hike or snorkel along the way.
29.4 Miles
91% 67 votes
Farms & Ranches 454 Damascus Church Rd., Long Creek, SC 29658 MoreLess Info
Beautiful Chattooga Belle Farm within the mountains by Sumter National Park is always open to the public for sight seeing, walking, disc golf, and lunch at Belle's Bistro. Farm tours and venue availability is offered, as well as renting of nearby lake houses.
29.5 Miles
100% 14 votes
Segway Tours 142 Country Club Dr., Waynesville, NC 28786 MoreLess Info
Segway Tours of Waynesville guides segway riders around the town of Waynesville where they can learn of its rich history and take in the scenic views. They have instructors so no prior segway riding experience is necessary.
29.6 Miles
87% 68 votes
Historic Sites Walhalla, SC MoreLess Info
An abandoned attempt to link Charleston and Cincinnati, Stumphouse Mountain Tunnel was never completed. Visitors can now walk halfway through the 1600 ft long tunnel, which was also used by Clemson University as an ideal location for curing blue cheese.
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