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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37.5 Miles
95% 646 votes
Theaters 461 Parkway, Gatlinburg, TN 37738 MoreLess Info
Evoking theaters of the 1890s, Gatlinburg's Sweet Fanny Adams Theatre presents a variety of live musical comedy shows. The theater was designated a National Historical Treasure by the city, and prides itself on unpredictability.
37.5 Miles
86% 133 votes
Walking Trails Hiwassee St, Konehete Park, Murphy, NC 28906 MoreLess Info
Three miles of trails winding along the Valley and Hiwassee Rivers make up the Murphy River Walk. The easy walk takes visitors through several different natural environments surrounding the historic town of Murphy.
37.5 Miles
99% 4002 votes
Rafting 3299 Hartford Road, Hartford, TN 37753 MoreLess Info
Located on the Pigeon River in the heart of the Great Smoky Mountains, Smoky Mountain Outdoors offers charter white water rafting trips suitable and customizable for all ages and experience levels.
37.5 Miles
100% 2 votes
Hiking Trails 104 Tennessee Street, Murphy, NC 28906 MoreLess Info
Visitors can enjoy guided fishing, floating, biking, hiking, and paddle trips with Appalachian Outfitters, Inc. Appalachian Outfitters also specializes in products and equipment for hiking, fly fishing, bicycling, and paddling.
37.5 Miles
- 0 votes
Movie Theaters 110 Tennessee Street, Murphy, NC 28906 MoreLess Info
The Henn Theatre is a historic movie theater that also hosts musical guests every so often. The auditorium is fitted with surround-sound and the theater also offers concessions for moviegoers.
37.7 Miles
100% 2 votes
Historic Homes 200 Old Hendersonville Highway, Brevard, NC 28712 MoreLess Info
Visitors can explore the oldest stand frame house in Western North Carolina at the Allison-Deaver House. The house was originally built in 1815 and now serves as a tribute to early settlers.
37.8 Miles
87% 1674 votes
Mini Golf 340 Parkway, Gatlinburg, TN 37738 MoreLess Info
Enjoy the natural beauty of the Smoky Mountains as you play a whimsical round of mini-golf at Hillbilly Golf in Gatlinburg. Hillbilly Golf features two courses that are appropriate for all ages, but challenging enough to keep players coming back for more.
37.9 Miles
78% 819 votes
Water Parks 9917 Hwy 75, Helen, GA 30545 MoreLess Info
Helen Tubing & Water Park organizes tubing trips on the Chattahoochee River and maintains a number of water slides, a lazy river, a climbing rock wall and a number of other attractions within the park.
37.9 Miles
97% 1782 votes
Rafting 813 East Parkway (321 North), Gatlinburg, TN 37753 MoreLess Info
The whole family can get in on the action at Rafting in the Smokies in Gatlinburg, Tennessee. Experience the raw beauty and power of Smoky Mountain rapids as you hurtle through the water under expert guidance.
37.9 Miles
91% 635 votes
Horseback Riding 1409 Parkway, Gatlinburg, TN 37738 MoreLess Info
Rather than a flat trail, Sugarland Riding Stables runs along mountainous terrain so that guests get better views of the Great Smoky Mountains. No experience is necessary to ride, meaning children are welcome.
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