- Our list of the best things to do in Bristol, Virginia, features the top 95 nearby activities — including 40 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Bristol, VA has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Museums & Galleries, Entertainment & Shows, Outdoor Places, and Adventures.
- The results below include the top 10 things to do within the city of Bristol, VA , followed by 85 popular activities in nearby cities, including Johnson City, Abingdon, Kingsport, Bristol, Damascus, Blountville and Bluff
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Several water-based packages are offered through USA Raft. Rather than just exciting whitewater rafting trips, they also provide family-friendly floating tours and caving adventures in the area in additional to possible lodging packages.
36.9 Miles
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33 votes
Jones Branch Road, Erwin, TN 28713
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Trips through the Nolichucky Gorge are provided by Nantahala Outdoor Center Nolichucky River White Water Rafting. Since it is the steepest gorge east of the Mississippi River, adventurers can enjoy high-level rafting fun.
37.2 Miles
Rockhounds and jewelry lovers must not miss the opportunity to visit the Foggy Mountain Gem mine. Visitors enjoy mining and tumbling their own stones, learning about local minerals and shopping Foggy Mountain's large inventory of precious stones, jewelry and display samples.
37.2 Miles
Experience the wild rapids of Banner Elk, North Carolina with High Mountain Expeditions. No prior rafting experience is required, although seasoned rafters may opt for more difficult journeys. High Mountain Expeditions provides seasoned guides trained in first aid. All rafts and safety gear are provided.
37.3 Miles
Banner Elk, North Carolina is home to the Sugar Mountain Resort, one of the premier skiing destinations in the eastern United States. Sugar Mountain features many ski slopes, snowboarding areas, tube trails and a warm, cozy lodge.
37.6 Miles
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6993 Hickory Nut Gap Road, Banner Elk, NC 28604
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Nestled among the Blue Ridge Mountains, the Holston Presbytery Camp & Retreat Center is a Christian camp that offers a seasonally changing array of camps and programs for youth and for adults.
37.7 Miles
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3 votes
174 Old Shulls Mill Road, Boone, NC 28604
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In business since 1986, Appalachian Angler Guide Service leads fly fishing expeditions in the streams of Western North Carolina. The company offers some trips on a seasonal basis, while others are available year round.
37.7 Miles
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48 votes
1675 Nc Highway 105 Byp, Boone, NC 28607
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Family entertainment is the focus of Magic Mountain Mini Golf & Arcade. The attraction offers an adventurous miniature golf course, go karts, a playground for children, bumper boats, laser tag, and an extensive video game arcade.
37.9 Miles
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66 votes
10767 North Carolina 105, Banner Elk, NC 28604
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The entire family can enjoy their time at the Grandfather Trout Farm – while the adults can catch trouts in the three ponds, the children can mine for gems in the gem pit.
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11466 Highway 105 S, Banner Elk, NC 28604
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A nursery and landscaper, Grandfather Mountain Nursery Garden Center has been in business since 1976. The nursery is located in a scenic mountain location, and features a wide variety of plants and flowers.