By Alli Sewell
Introduction
This comprehensive North Carolina bucket list will help you decide exactly what you want to...
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North Carolina's Blue Ridge Parkway comprises 252 miles of scenic roads. You can find many...
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Along with driving the Blue Ridge Parkway, many opt to hike various routes in the...
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A little-known fact about North Carolina is that it's home to a UNESCO World Heritage...
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Blowing Rock is a rock formation that offers fantastic views of the surrounding mountains and...
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Biltmore Estate is a National Historic Landmark and the largest privately owned property in the...
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The Cape Hatteras National Seashore is found near the Outer Banks. The seashore features sandy...
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Exploring Chimney Rock State Park is another of the North Carolina activities that will please...
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Lake Lure is a charming area of Rutherford County that is home to a unique...
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The Wright Brothers took the first-powered flight in the Outer Banks town of Kill Devil...
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The USS North Carolina, also known as Battleship North Carolina, is the first vessel built...
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The Bodie Island Lighthouse has stood in the Outer Banks town of Nags Head since...
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Grandfather Mountain is the highest peak within the Blue Ridge Mountain range. The outdoor attraction...
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The Contemporary Art Museum Raleigh, or CAM Raleigh, is one of the state's most outstanding...
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The Outer Banks, found in Eastern North Carolina, is one of the most popular places...
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North Carolina has many waterfalls, and Linville Falls is one of the most spectacular. The...
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One of the most fun bucket list activities in North Carolina for families is going...
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The North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences in Raleigh is the oldest museum in NC...
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The Rainbow Falls and Turtleback Falls Trail is a 6.3-kilometer-long hiking trail in Gorges State...
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If you want to increase your knowledge about North Carolina, one of the bucket list...
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Another of the fun educational attractions in North Carolina is the Morehead Planetarium and Science...
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Another of the fantastic outdoor locations in NC is Pisgah National Forest. As one of...
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The North Carolina Zoo is the world's largest natural habitat zoo and is home to...
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Located in central North Carolina, Charlotte is one of the state's biggest cities. If visiting...
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Found on Topsail Island, North Topsail Beach is a pretty beach with miles of sandy...
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If you're looking for some unique experiences in North Carolina, going on a ghost tour...
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Corolla in the Outer Banks is home to numerous wild horses. A fun and safe...
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Asheville is one of the best cities to visit in the Southeast if looking for...
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Going to the Marbles Kids Museum is another of the great North Carolina activities for...
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An amazing way to relax while in North Carolina is on a mountain yoga and...
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The Great Smoky Mountains Railroad begins in Bryson City and stretches for 52 miles. Taking...
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North Carolina is home to many alligators, with many of them living in the Alligator...
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Hopping aboard a yacht to sail through Wrightsville Beach at sunset is an ideal way...
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While in Asheville, trying some water sports on the French Broad River is a fun...
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You'll be spoiled for choice if you're looking for outdoor activities in NC! Another of...
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Make the most of being near the Atlantic Ocean with a surf lesson in the...
Conclusion
North Carolina is an outstanding vacation destination. Whether you want to explore a city, relax...
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