North Carolina Travel Stories

Jun 4, 2024 • 13 min read

Lonely Planet staffers share some of their favorite US destinations.

Sep 26, 2023 • 5 min read

Though the hikes of North Carolina can be intimidating, there are trails throughout the state that appeal to all experience levels.

Dec 30, 2022 • 5 min read

North Carolina is blessed with national parks in every corner of the state, preserving everything from mountains to beaches. Here's our guide to the best.

Oct 30, 2022 • 10 min read

Whether you want to hit the beach, catch the autumn foliage or enjoy a spectrum of outdoorsy activities, here are the best times to visit North Carolina.

Jul 10, 2022 • 5 min read

While it’s possible to explore by bus or train, there’s nothing quite like navigating the Tar Heel State's curving roads from behind the wheel of a car.

Jun 19, 2022 • 6 min read

From mountains to beaches, zoos to glamping, there are countless adventures to experience in North Carolina.

Jun 9, 2022 • 6 min read

If you’re looking for fun and unique things to do in Fayetteville, North Carolina, start with these 11 places.

May 27, 2022 • 4 min read

Exploring the gorgeous state of North Carolina doesn't have to break the bank. Here are out favorite free activities, from the mountains to the coast.

May 21, 2022 • 6 min read

If you’re looking to visit the top attractions for couples, solo travelers and families in Durham, North Carolina, start with these 12 places.

May 10, 2022 • 9 min read

Beaches, lagoons, lighthouses, islands and the seafood capital of the world: 10 coastal North Carolina communities to explore this summer.

Apr 28, 2022 • 6 min read

From edgy street art to quiet strolls at the Tanger Family Bicentennial Garden, Greensboro, North Carolina offers a slew of fun activities for everyone.

Oct 1, 2019 • 5 min read

Celebrate the top 10 most beautiful buildings in America's relatively young but impressive history, as voted by the American Institute of Architects.

Jan 23, 2019 • 6 min read

In Asheville, music is fuel for the city, integrated into every aspect of local culture. Here in western North Carolina, surrounded by the Blue Ridge…

Aug 23, 2018 • 7 min read

On this large and diverse planet, anywhere can seem odd if you’ve never been there before. But some places are just a little bit stranger than the rest…

Jul 25, 2018 • 6 min read

The world’s first modern flight wasn’t pretty. On a windy December morning in 1903, Orville Wright released the wire that tethered his wood-and-fabric…

Feb 21, 2018 • 5 min read

Watching your kids ‘ride the bull’ through whitewater for the first time, or ‘cowgirl up’ after bouncing off a horse, is the stuff of family memories. So,…