North Carolina’s Piedmont Region might not boast the mountains or the beaches, but it is home to some of the most interesting towns, beautiful hiking trails, and unique restaurants in the state.

To get a true taste of all the things to do, North Carolina should be visited for at least 7 to 10 days. I squeezed in a lot, but still left with a growing list for next time.

Guide to North Carolina beaches: Things to do, places to eat and what to know about parking. Renee Spencer, Wilmington StarNews. Sun, June 1, 2025 at 9:03 AM UTC. 18 min read.

A vacation in North Carolina promises a rare combination of exciting mountain adventures and lazy days spent at the beach. Whether you want to scale the tallest… ...

Whether you’ve lived in North Carolina your whole life or are planning a trip there for the first time, there are plenty of things to do no matter your tastes. From historic landmarks and ...

Christmas in North Carolina is a magical season, as there are so many things to do in NC at Christmas. Every year, the state is aglow with festive lights, holiday music, and good ol’ Yuletide ...

The oldest town in North Carolina, Bath is a charming destination with amazing views of Bath Creek and the Pamlico River. Here's how to plan a trip.

Situated on the southern edge of North Carolina’s southernmost hook, which curls around the Neuse River and stretches towards ...

North Carolina Weekend explores fun things to do with the kids around the state. This week’s show is all about things to do with the kids such as Sylvan Heights Bird Park in Scotland Neck ...

The 2024 10Best USA TODAY Reader's Choice list of best beaches in North Carolina is here just in time for the summer months. As always, beaches were chosen by an expert panel and voted on by readers.

Meghan Grant Eastern North Carolina Living May 24, 2025 May 24, 2025 Pittsboro is such a charming small town with a lot to offer, making it the perfect day trip from anywhere in central or eastern ...