- Our list of the best things to do in Waynesville, North Carolina, features the top 112 nearby activities — including 74 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Waynesville, NC has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Outdoor Places, Museums & Galleries, Water Activities, and Amusement.
- The results below include the top 15 things to do within the city of Waynesville, NC , followed by 97 popular activities in nearby cities, including Cherokee, Hartford, Brevard, Pisgah Forest, Sylva, Maggie Valley, Asheville, Bryson City, Hendersonville, Marshall and Cosby
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27.8 Miles
Blue Heron Whitewater offers whitewater-rafting trips on Class II to IV rapids that can be self-guided to guided. The rafting trips are done on the French Board River, and the company offers instruction for those wanting to go into the business.
28.2 Miles
Travel the Blue Ridge Parkway in Asheville, North Carolina to enjoy beautiful views of the Blue Ridge Mountains. The Parkway is especially stunning in autumn, when its foliage displays a riot of color.
28.2 Miles
The Sheffield Mine in Franklin, North Carolina is a seasonal mine that invites guests to 'come play in the dirt.' It is famous for its 'honkers' - huge stones often unearthed by customers. The Mine is not open in wintertime.
28.3 Miles
94%
88 votes
5315 Bryson City Road, Franklin, NC 28734
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Gem and mineral enthusiasts flock to the Mason Mountain Mine & Cowee Gift Shop in Franklin, North Carolina. This family-owned business is popular with children and adults. Visitors may pan for gems at the mine site or purchase polished stones at the gift shop. Refreshments are also available.
28.3 Miles
Featuring a guide familiar with the region's waterways, Western NC Fly Fishing Guide takes visitors to fishing destinations like Nantahala River and Tuckaseegee River. The guide provides all the fishing equipment, from rods to flies.
28.4 Miles
Situated on 15-acres of forestry, the Historic Johnson Farm is a heritage education center that is maintained by Henderson County Public Schools. The farm features animals, tours, nature trails, and school field trips.
28.5 Miles
88%
518 votes
75 Gashes Creek Road, Asheville, NC 28805
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Featuring numerous exhibits and displays, Western North Carolina Nature Center provides education and information relative to wildlife, birds and amphibians. This center is also home to an array of animals including wolves, bears, foxes and goats.
28.6 Miles
98%
1207 votes
9800 US Hwy 25/70, Marshall, NC 28753
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French Broad Rafting & Ziplines offers ten ziplines ranging in length from 75 to 100 feet, totaling more than 1 mile. Visitors can also rappel, and do whitewater or calm river rafting.
28.6 Miles
The Biltmore Village, located near the Biltmore Estate, features a variety of art galleries, including the New Morning Gallery and the Southern Highland Craft Gallery. Visitors of this location can also dine at The Cantina and The Tree and Vine.
28.9 Miles
The breathtaking Cullasaja Falls are located next to Route 64 in Highlands, NC. The parking lot is quite small, and sits just off of the highway, in the midst of an extremely dangerous, high-accident portion of it. Avoid visiting Cullasaja Falls during rush hour.