#30 – Morehead Planetarium and Science Center, Chapel Hill | 140,000 Visitors Expand to read more North Carolina tourism boosters once tagged the state “Variety Vacationland.” It was a great slogan ...

Most of the must-see attractions in North Carolina get erroneously dubbed as "tourist traps," and it's my least favorite ...

Have you ever felt the urge to break free from the daily grind and dip your toes into something truly exhilarating? North Carolina beach attractions offer more than just a dash of salt and a sweep of ...

It’s peak tourism season here in western North Carolina, and Explore Asheville says tourism over the last few weeks is the highest it's been since Helene.

If you're looking for a getaway at a higher elevation and want an escape from the big city, look no further than one of these serene destinations in the North Carolina mountains. With plenty of ...

It all started over sweet tea. A friend raved about North Carolina’s mountain towns, art communities, and southern hospitality. I’d never been there, but something about how she described it — ...

Adventure-filled mountain getaways, relaxing beach vacations and history-rich weekend trips – all this and more awaits you in the Tar Heel State. Between the state's stunning national parks and ...

This week’s list is all about fun places to visit in North Carolina. “The List: Most-Visited N.C. Attractions” is ranked by the number of visitors in 2015 ...

The biggest tourist attraction in the state of North Carolina is right here in downtown Raleigh. For the third year, the North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences ranked as the most visited historic ...

According to a small business survey, 93 percent of the businesses impacted by Helene have since reopened, but economic ...