- 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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34.0 Miles
The biggest county-owned park in the western part of North Carolina, Jackson Park, which is located in Hendersonville, spans over 212 acres. Featured amenities include tennis courts, softball and soccer fields, dog park, basketball courts and nature trails.
34.1 Miles
Located along the Gatlinburg Bypass, Gatlinburg Scenic Overlook provides excellent views and opportunities for taking photos of the surrounding mountains.
34.2 Miles
72%
326 votes
915 Westgate Resort Road, Gatlinburg, TN 37738
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For year round fun in any weather, visit Wild Bear Falls Indoor Waterpark and enjoy family entertainment to the max. This 60,000 square foot, mountain-themed park features slides, rivers, splash pads and more making this an attraction for everyone to enjoy.
34.5 Miles
Thomas Wolfe memorialized the large marble Stone Angel in his novel entitled Look Homeward Angel. The famous statue now stands at the Oakdale Cemetery even though it was originally imported from Italy.
34.8 Miles
Burntshirt Vineyard produces wine from Grüner Veltliner grapes, as well as producing chardonnays, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Rose of Cabernet Sauvignon, Vidal Blanc. They offer gourmet box lunches, wine tastings, walking trails, and a 3,400 square foot event center.
34.8 Miles
99%
630 votes
2820 Legacy Vista Drive, Sevierville, TN 37876
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As the first eco-friendly zipline adventure available in the Great Smoky Mountains area, Adventure Ziplines of Pigeon Forge offers a thrilling adventure to those who visit. The company offers seven ziplines up to 2,500 feet long.
34.9 Miles
Located in Henderson, North Carolina, the Justus Orchard features U Pick and We Pick apples, blackberries and pumpkins. The Apple House Bakery at the site is famous for its fried apple pies. Apples are available from mid-August until November.
35.2 Miles
First opened in 1967, Forbidden Caverns is a trip to the world under the Smoky Mountains. Featuring guided tours, guests can explore the caves, see breath-taking formations, and learn the history of the region.
35.5 Miles
94%
84 votes
170 Stepp Orchard Drive, Hendersonville, NC 28792
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A variety of outdoor agricultural fun is provided at Stepp's Hillcrest Orchard. Apple picking is the most common activity, and orchard farm tours are also held throughout most of the season, 5 acre corn maze weekend wagon rides and apple cannon
35.7 Miles
Clients of the Nantahala Outdoor Center may choose from several action-packed adventures. The Center operates zipline courses, rafting tours, hunting, jetboating, mountain biking and overnight adventures. It is also extremely popular with school groups.