- Our list of the best things to do in Pickens, South Carolina, features the top 105 nearby activities — including 46 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Pickens, SC has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Museums & Galleries, Outdoor Places, Sights & Landmarks, and Entertainment & Shows.
- The results below include the top 7 things to do within the city of Pickens, SC , followed by 98 popular activities in nearby cities, including Greenville, Clemson, Brevard, Anderson, Walhalla, Easley, Sapphire, Pendleton, Salem, Greer, Simpsonville, Hendersonville, Linville, Greenwood and Travelers Rest
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43.2 Miles
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1594 votes
100 Frederick Law Olmsted Way, Asheville, NC 28806
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Visit the North Carolina Arboretum in Asheville, North Carolina to enjoy lush gardens, exotic plants and other treats for the senses. Photography is allowed and encouraged. Wear comfortable shoes and plan to spend several delightful hours here.
43.2 Miles
Franklin, North Carolina is home to Fun Factory Franklin, a gigantic entertainment complex. Its most popular features include laser tag, video games, bowling, mini-golf and bumper cars. Birthday parties are welcome.
43.3 Miles
The building that was once Franklin, North Carolina's county jail is now the Franklin Gem & Mineral Museum. The Museum has eight rooms crammed with gems, jewelry, mineral samples and information related to mining and gemology.
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Located in the Smokey Mountains, the Scottish Tartans Museum in downtown Franklin, North Carolina features displays of Highland historical dress. The museum, which was established in 1963, is also home to an expansive gift shop.
43.3 Miles
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86 E Main Street, Franklin, NC 28734
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The historic Scottish Tartans Museum & Heritage Center is a museum and gift shop that was founded to study the origins and development of the tartans. The museum has artifacts including rare Scottish books, kilts, and sporrans.
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26 E Main Street, Franklin, NC 28734
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The Pantaleo Art Gallery At Main Street Coffee & Tea is an art gallery filled with a large variety of photography. Visitors commonly enjoy visiting the gallery when stopping by the shop for coffee or tea.
43.4 Miles
Sitting 5,342 feet above Franklin, North Carolina, the Wayah Bald Lookout Tower offers unrivaled views of the surrounding land. The tower lies along the Appalachian Trail and is easily accessible from other area trails. There are outhouses and picnic tables on the tower's grounds.
43.4 Miles
Operated by the Historical Society of Macon County, the Macon County Historical Museum is a museum filled with exhibits and artifacts displaying the history of the local area. The museum also contains genealogical records and a gift shop.
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Located in the gemstone capital of the United States, the Cowee Mountain Ruby Mine specializes in mining and cutting amethyst, quartz, citrine, emeralds and sapphires. Admission is free, and customers who wish to pan for gems pay a small per-bucket fee.
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Clients at Balsam Spa in Waynesville, North Carolina enjoy head-to-toe indulgence. The spa's menu of services includes massage, facials, total body waxing, manicures, pedicures and makeup application for formal events.