Hidden Gems Places To Visit in North Carolina, United States

1. 5.0 Temple Theater (100 reviews)
   - That's entertainment
   Saturday: Theaters
   
   
   If you're new to town or need a fun activity for out-of-town guests, check out the Temple Theater. I saw several shows here recently and always look forward to my time here. It is good quality, family entertainment and I found everything to be comfortable. Director Peggy Taphorn is a class act and always says hi to everyone and is so inviting. Make sure to stop by the Chocolate Cellar next door with your ticket (before or after the show), they will give you a sample truffle but you'll be tempted to buy more (and please do support local businesses as you can). See more..
   
2. 5.0 Salisbury Ghost Walk (99 reviews)
   - I totally recommend this tour
   Saturday: 7:00 PM - 11:15 PM Ghost & Vampire Tours
   
   
   We had an amazing time learning some of Salisbury’s town history and doing a little ghost hunting as well. I even captured a shadow figure using my phone camera. I went in as a skeptic and was surprised by what I captured. We loved our tour guide. He seemed very knowledgeable and I felt totally safe. Overall we loved the tour. See more..
   
3. 5.0 Garage Pass Shop Tours (99 reviews)
   - Fun and informative
   Saturday: Sightseeing Tours
   
   
   We toured 6 different race teams shops. My communications with Patrick were very helpful , he arrived at our hotel at the appointed time, stopped where the pit crews were practicing, was a wealth of information, went at a pace where you didn’t feel rushed, and answered any questions we had. He was on the lookout for owners or drivers and we were able to meet Joe Gibbs and get an autographed book from him. Would highly recommend taking this tour. See more..
   
4. 5.0 Richard Petty Driving Experience (86 reviews)
   - Great fun!
   Spent 1-2 hours Amusement & Theme Parks
   
   
   Get behind the wheel in one of our 8 – 80 lap driving programs or Ride-Along shotgun for 3 high-speed laps at over 20 tracks nationwide – including Charlotte Motor Speedway! See more..
   
5. 5.0 Aloha Paddle Sports (82 reviews)
   - Great Customer Service
   Saturday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Water Sports • Lessons & Workshops • Self-Guided Tours & Rentals • Kayaking & Canoeing
   
   
   When planning a week at Lake Norman with our grown children, we knew we wanted to rent stand up paddle boards for several days. The folks at Aloha Paddle Sports could not have been more helpful! The owner delivered the boards to the house and then picked them up at the end of our visit. The price was great and included delivery & pick up. The boards & paddles were in great condition and we all had a great time using them! We absolutely recommend Aloha Paddle and will use them on our future visits! See more..
   
6. 5.0 Don Gibson Theater (79 reviews)
   - Lovin’ the DGT
   Saturday: 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 2-3 hours Theaters
   
   
   The DGT is a awesome place here in Shelby. The performers are typically top notch. Relatively unknown outside of the area artists entertain in the lounge prior to most of the events in the main theater. I have attended many concerts in the theater - each time I have enjoyed the atmosphere of the theater. It’s large enough to support the well know artists and still maintain an affordable ticket price yet at the same time keep the ‘small personal’ venue it is famous for. Top notch artists from a multitude of genres assure you can find someone you’ll enjoy listing to. My only quarrel would be that the local artists playing in the lounge aren’t really promoted much. I do wish the DGT would include the artists playing the lounge in their advertising. Still, I highly recommend the DGT. Go, you won’t regret a second of it! See more..
   
7. 5.0 Game On Escapes & More (78 reviews)
   - Great escape room with great hosts!
   Saturday: 11:00 AM - 11:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Escape Games
   
   
   We offer family friendly escape games and a game show appealing to a variety of ages. Great for corporate events, team outings, and just a fun night out with friends and family. See more..
   
8. 5.0 Historic National Cemetery and Confederate Prison Site (77 reviews)
   - Hallowed ground
   Saturday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Cemeteries
   
   
   The location was not easy to find. There is a cemetery annex behind the V.A. hospital which some websites list as the location. The historic cemetery contains a mass grave with over 11,000 unknown Union soldiers buried there. The cemetery is not very large and is easy to walk around. See more..
   
9. 5.0 Petty Museum (76 reviews)
   - A MUST FOR ANY NASCAR FAN
   Saturday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Speciality Museums
   
   
   The Petty Museum is located at the Old Race Shops where so many of those famous #43 race cars were built. It is a wonderful museum that contains a number of race cars that were driven by 4-generations of Petty's. The museum is in two buildings and displays the first car to bear the STP Color of Petty Blue and Dayglow Orange along with the Car that Richard drove in his last race at the Atlanta Motor Speedway in 1992. The staff are excellent, very friendly and helpful and more than willing to answer any questions that you may have. I spent a couple of hours at the museum and feel like that was adequate to see everything that the museum has to offer. I visited in March 2021 and found that the museum and staff were in compliance with all of the COVID protocols that were in place at the time of my visit. I enjoyed my visit and would highly recommend it to any NASCAR Fan. See more..
   
10. 5.0 Earl Scruggs Center (74 reviews)
    - We seniors enjoyed it and learned a lot
    Saturday: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Speciality Museums
    
    
    It is a unique and excellent museum to the legendary Earl Scruggs and includes many photos, recordings, interactive opportunities. An introductory video is wonderful. Admission price includes a set of earbuds for listening to the many audio opportunities. It is housed in the historic old courthouse which stands in the middle of a lovely parklike area and is in the center of the town. It was a spur of the moment decision to leave the Interstate and follow the signs to the museum, and we were definitely glad we did. Price is reasonable and they discount for AARP. See more..
    
11. 5.0 Richard Childress Racing (72 reviews)
    - Face to face with my love for racing!!
    Speciality & Gift Shops • Speciality Museums
    
    
    While my wife and I didn't tour RCR because it's closed to the general public, we did visit the RCR Museum. It has a awesome collection of things about Richard himself, and a TON of collection about Dale Earnhardt; ESPECIALLY cars he drove. This is definitely a must see for any fellow fan of Earnhardt or RC, or ANY driver that has driven for RCR through the years. I had a ton of memories seeing most of the cars on display. We also visited Childress Vineyards while we were in the area, which is a review all it's own. If you're ever around the Winston-Salem area, you need to stop through and check it out. See more..
    
12. 5.0 Bass Lake Park (71 reviews)
    - Excellent Lake Trail
    Saturday: 8:00 AM - 8:30 PM Parks
    
    
    This is a nice lake park with nearly a 2 mile trail around the park. The trail is all mulch and very even no rocks, no roots etc and is ideal for a stroller. The trail includes numerous informational signs and benches to rest in. You will see ducks and turtles while in the trail as it encircles the lake. There are clean restrooms near the parking lot. Most of the trail is shaded and is suitable for anyone most of it is flat. There are a couple hilly areas but nothing strenuous. Overall a really nice park for walking. See more..
    
13. 5.0 Skydive Paraclete XP (70 reviews)
    - Just Do IT
    Saturday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Adrenaline & Extreme Tours
    
    
    Once the weather cooperated it was awesome. Be prepared that you might not get to go if the weather is not correct for skydiving. I am horrified of heights but love a challenge. I knew I could trust these guys who do this all the time for years. Moose was my tandem guy and was awesome with his humor. Moose was more than experienced and provided a comforting experience for someone like me. He did a great job pointing things out while we were flying around. He showed me how to guide the parachute myself. It was a blast. You MUST do the video! John was my camera guy and was incredible. He too was a great guy and made the experience extra fun. The video is just incredible. Just do it. See more..
    
14. 5.0 Kersey Valley High Ropes (65 reviews)
    - Fun and challenging
    Spent 2-3 hours Game & Entertainment Centers
    
    
    The High Ropes Course contains two levels and a climbing tower. Level one has 19 elements 20ft high and level two has 19 elements 30ft high. Included in the ticket is 34ft high rock climbing wall. The course is designed to challenge participants and groups in great physical shape. You will need excellent upper body strength to get through this challenge course. See more..
    
15. 5.0 Hickory Aviation Museum (64 reviews)
    - HIDDEN GEM & INTERESTING
    Saturday: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Military Museums • History Museums
    
    
    The Hickory Aviation Museum located at the Hickory Regional Airport(HKY) in Hickory North Carolina. We are a 501(c)(3) Non-Profit Tax Exempt Organization. We are dedicated to maintaining the facts and artifacts of the Golden Age of Aviation. The Museum provides a unique opportunity for all generations to learn and appreciate aviation history. Free to the Public. Open Tuesday - Sunday. See more..
    
16. 5.0 Reservoir Park (63 reviews)
    - Great Place to Walk
    Spent 1-2 hours Bodies of Water • Parks
    
    
    We live within a couple of blocks of the park. We take our two rescue dogs for walks around the lake. The paths are nice and wide and well maintained. There were other walkers as well as joggers, some even pushing strollers so their kids were getting exercise as well. See more..
    
17. 5.0 Conundrum Escapes LLC (62 reviews)
    - Amazing!!!
    Saturday: 12:00 PM - 9:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Escape Games
    
    
    At Conundrum Escapes, we specialize in an incredibly, fun, incredibly unique game experience that requires teamwork, creativity, and an appetite for adventure! From the moment you walk into our lab, you join our quest to help people in other worlds to solve their problem, or conundrum. You will "travel" to a room in another world where, working together, you must search for clues, solve puzzles and open locks to achieve an ultimate goal: escaping back to our world within one hour! Communication is KEY!! Teams must listen to each other and work together in order to escape, so our adventures are perfect for team-building, birthday parties, youth groups, co-worker get-togethers, date-nights, or for those who simply want something fun and affordable to do! See more..
    
18. 5.0 JAARS Museum of the Alphabet (62 reviews)
    - Fascinating stories of Written Languages - do not miss this!
    Saturday: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM Speciality Museums
    
    
    If you ever wondered how written language developed all over tge world you will love this museum. Understandable explanations of how various types of written language occurred over the span of thousands of years. Great history lesson too. I thoroughly enjoyed myself & will come back again when I return to the area. Just a small building but packed full of interesting knowlege. Be sure to also take a tour of JAARS across the street for a full day of learning. See more..
    
19. 5.0 Downtown Escapes (61 reviews)
    - SO MUCH FUN!
    Escape Games
    
    
    To bring people together and give them 60 minutes away from reality, immersed in a creative, exhilarating experience. You will solve a series of clues, riddles & puzzles to help break out. As you race against the clock, you also are competing against the teams who have gone before you, so don’t waste any time. Do you have what it takes? See more..
    
20. 5.0 North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University (60 reviews)
    - A really awesome place to make memories with Friends, professors and also with your courses.
    Educational sites
    
    
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21. 5.0 Rocky Forest River Run (57 reviews)
    - Great experience, great service
    Saturday: 10:00 AM - 5:30 PM River Rafting & Tubing • Gear Rentals • Kayaking & Canoeing
    
    
    There were many people who made our kayaking experience wonderful! From being greeted, to transporting us to the launch site, carrying our kayaks and helping us get settled into them, then helping us out at the end and transporting us back to our car. Rocky Forest River Run provided well maintained kayaks (we saw them washing the kayaks and tubes of the groups that went before us). I highly recommend them! See more..
    
22. 5.0 Slightly Askew Winery (53 reviews)
    - Don’t miss this one!
    Wineries & Vineyards
    
    
    Don’t miss this one! By far the best wine tasting we experienced in the area over 3 days! All in our group of 8 agreed this is the best. It may look small and doesn’t have fancy surroundings and vineyards but it was our favorite stop. Warm hospitality and delicious wines! Even better, we rented the Askew house and simply walked home after. See more..
    
23. 5.0 Paraclete XP Indoor Skydiving (51 reviews)
    - A Grandson's First
    Saturday: 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Game & Entertainment Centers
    
    
    The premier destination for indoor skydiving in North Carolina, Paraclete XP is the largest wind tunnel in the US and home to some of the world’s best skydiving teams. Located in Raeford, just 30 minutes west of Fayetteville NC, bring the whole family and fly with us today or book your next party or event! You’ll love our experienced instructors and state-of-the-art facilities. Almost anyone can fly in our tunnel - ages 3 and up welcome! See more..
    
24. 5.0 Garner Veteran’s Memorial at Lake Benson Park (51 reviews)
    - The Veterans Memorial Benson
    Points of Interest & Landmarks • Parks
    
    
    I was proud in Benton. The fallen remembered them. I like that! The memorial was a huge white pillar. The US flag was also here. There were some flowers to the ones who never came back. Worthwhile to see! See more..
    
25. 5.0 Carrboro Farmers Market (50 reviews)
    - A lot of fun and organic, healthy food
    Saturday: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM Flea & Street Markets
    
    
    This is a great place to get organic veggies, eggs and meat. We go there from spring through the fall. See more..
    
26. 5.0 Double Barley Brewing (47 reviews)
    - Excellent stop after a long trip
    Saturday: 12:00 PM - 9:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Breweries
    
    
    We offer 12 Double Barley tap brews, kitchen with fresh local ingredients, cider, wine and more. We have a 75 seat taproom with a large beer garden where animals are welcome. Various events spaces are available. Free tours are offered every Saturday at 2 pm. We pride ourselves with our southern hospitality!!! See more..
    
27. 5.0 Carolina Theatre (47 reviews)
    - PERFECT venue for a Dance Competition! !
    Saturday: Theaters
    
    
    Built in 1927, the historic Carolina Theatre proudly welcomes audiences to downtown Greensboro to experience the rich atmosphere and ambiance of another era, while enjoying classic movies, live performances and concerts, and so much more! (Admission fee for most events.) See more..
    
28. 5.0 Alamance Arts (46 reviews)
    - Reserved back room
    Saturday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 AM Spent < 1 hour Speciality & Gift Shops • Art Galleries
    
    
    The artistic hub of Alamance County, is housed in the historic Captain James and Emma Holt White House, a historic landmark. Inside you'll find galleries with exhibits by local, regional and international artists. Picasso's Gift Shop, is also located here, with artistic gifts, ceramics, jewelry, glass work, garden art and many more shopping delights you won't find elsewhere -- all unique and reasonably priced. Next to the Captain White House is the Graham Art Park with inspiring public art that also leads to the Children's Museum next door. At Christmas time, the whole house is a holiday extravaganza of decorations and gifts you won't want to miss - with an ice skating rink in the front yard! Check out our website for free music concerts, exhibits, and cultural events for Alamance County. See more..
    
29. 5.0 Baker Buffalo Creek Vineyard (46 reviews)
    - Great property, with really good wines and great views!
    Spent < 1 hour Wineries & Vineyards
    
    
    One of the most enjoyable winery visits we have had. Both Pam and Anne were very friendly and knowledgeable. This place has a great family friendly vibe, and the owners greeted and interacted with us. All of the wines we tasted were very good. We took home a bottle of the stainless steel aged chardonnay. The meat and cheese tray was great and for once, reasonably priced, as are their wines. See more..
    
30. 5.0 Xtreme Xcapes (45 reviews)
    - Excellent Escape Room!
    Saturday: 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Escape Games
    
    
    Gastonia's first Escape Room! A challenging & fun place to spend an hour with friends, family or perfect strangers working together to "escape" the Room. See more..
    
31. 5.0 Southern Grace Distilleries (45 reviews)
    - Interesting Prison Distillary Tour
    Saturday: 12:00 PM - 7:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Distilleries
    
    
    Southern Grace Distilleries at Mt. Pleasant Prison is the first distillery in the US to be located in a former prison. Tours include whiskey tasting and are available at 12:30, 2:00, and 3:30 Wednesday-Sunday. See more..
    
32. 5.0 Lake Wylie Boat Rental (45 reviews)
    - Great fun!
    Saturday: 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM Boat Rentals
    
    
    My group of 6 rented a pontoon for a half day & we all enjoyed ourselves a lot! The pontoon was clean & in great condition. I'm not familiar with Lake Wylie but included on the boat is a map with restaurants & anchor spots marked, that was super helpful! My docking skills were super rusty but staff was available to help guide me back into a slip. This was well worth the cost & I would recommend them to anyone! See more..
    
33. 5.0 Wise Acres Organic Strawberry Farm (44 reviews)
    - Great play area for the kids
    Farms
    
    
    Wise Acres is a family owned u-pick organic strawberry and pumpkin farm in Indian Trail, NC just outside of Charlotte. We are a USDA Certified Organic farm and grow the very best berries using only natural methods to ensure the healthiest and most delicious produce for family, friends and the environment. See more..
    
34. 5.0 Horne Creek Living Historical Farm (43 reviews)
    - Historical farm is worth a stop
    Saturday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Historic Sites
    
    
    This is a very interesting place to visit to learn about farm life in turn of the century North Carolina. The hosts are very knowledgeable about this working farm and you are free to explore the grounds and tour this beautiful old farmhouse at your leisure. We were greeted by a friendly white cat as soon as we entered the visitor center as well as a beautiful beagle, and then by a very friendly mule, “Charlie”, as we walked down the path to the farm and entered the pasture and barn area. There are goats and chickens too. The house is very interesting with period furnishings, gorgeous hand made quilts, etc and is a very unique step back in time. There is a gift shop at the visitor center and since it is a working farm, they sell the vegetables they grow on the farm in season. It’s a very educational experience for adults and children alike! See more..
    
35. 5.0 Reynolds Coliseum (42 reviews)
    - Reynolds basketball
    Arenas & Stadiums
    
    
    They have done a marvelous job remaking Reynolds. Called the Kay Yow court and the Valvano arena. How fitting for 2 legendary coaches to be honored. Home of the Wolfpack woman and they are a class act with Wes Moore leading. Go see them. Big bang for your buck. See more..
    
36. 5.0 Spring Haven Farm (42 reviews)
    - Great family outing with my niece (2.5) and son (1)
    Spent 1-2 hours Farms
    
    
    Here at Spring Haven Farm we believe that caring for animals of all types greatly enriches our lives and the lives of all who visit. Living and farming in a sustainable, renewable and responsible way is at the very core of who we are. Come visit our farm and see what we are about. See more..
    
37. 5.0 Deep Creek (42 reviews)
    - Beautiful forest and water features, but busy
    Spent More than 3 hours Nature & Wildlife Areas • Hiking Trails
    
    
    We spent a little over an hour and hiked to all three water falls, which is just a bit over 2 miles round trip. The deep creek trail is wide, mostly flat, and paved. It is used by bikers, hikers, and tubers, so it was quite busy the Friday afternoon we visited. The Juney Whank trail is short and clear of roots and rocks, but is challenging because it is steep. All three waterfalls are beautiful, and the trails have a lush forest canopy. We saw wildflowers, but no animals. There are multiple restrooms and parking areas, and a large picnic area. If you want to tube the creek, you can rent tubes right outside the park. This is a fun place to visit. See more..
    
38. 5.0 Ambleside Gallery (42 reviews)
    - 10/10 Recommend
    Spent < 1 hour Art Galleries
    
    
    Ambleside Fine Arts was founded in Manchester, England in 1982. Throughout its twelve years in the UK, ten years in Grosse Pointe, MI and eighteen years in Greensboro, NC, Ambleside Gallery has maintained a reputation for the high artistic standard of its offerings and its commitment to the community it serves. Ambleside Gallery is privileged to represent more than thirty extraordinary painters, sculptors and, on occasion, photographers from the US, Canada, England, France, Germany, Italy, China and Japan. China's most revered and renowned watercolorist, Guan Weixing, is exclusively represented by Ambleside Gallery in the United States. Exhibitions, workshops, lectures, seminars and a wide variety of cultural performances are presented in the gallery on a regular basis. The Gallery space is also made available to individuals and organizations for numerous types of events. See more..
    
39. 5.0 Sunrise Theater (42 reviews)
    - Unique and quaint
    Saturday: 12:00 PM - 9:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Theaters
    
    
    The sunrise is the perfect place for a date, a ladies night, or to take a teen to their first real movie house. They do an excellent job selecting art house or lesser known films, older themed movies, all the way to current blockbusters. The sunrise and the ice cream parlor are the heart of downtown SP ! See more..
    
40. 5.0 Blue Jay Point County Park (41 reviews)
    - kindergarten field trip, educational and fun
    Parks
    
    
    My friend's toddler had a school field trip (his first) to this cute park, which is somewhat near his school. We only got to see a limited part of the whole place, as we were on a timeline, but what we saw was nice. And the kids really enjoyed it. We spent most of our time near the education center, where one of the park rangers gave a lesson about "habitat" to the kids. Then, the kids went to search the nearby pond with nets to see if they could find tadpoles, salamanders, snails, frogs, and the like. The ranger did a good job and the kids had some success retrieving specimens from the pond with the nets....... a good learning experience! The children also were able to use one of the playground areas and the picnic area. The only other thing I noticed about the park is that the facilities, including the restrooms, seemed well-maintained and clean. See more..
    
41. 5.0 Quail Ridge Books (39 reviews)
    - Book shopping from a distance
    Saturday: 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Points of Interest & Landmarks
    
    
    I wanted to send some books to my daughter and son-in-law for Easter and didn’t particularly want to buy from an online giant so found Quail Ridge Books after some research. Books were ordered and delivered and my queries answered promptly. Plan on visiting in person when we get to isnt Raleigh again in October. See more..
    
42. 5.0 Harper House/ Hickory History Center (37 reviews)
    - Highly recommended for those interested in historic homes.
    Saturday: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM Points of Interest & Landmarks
    
    
    My wife and I visited the museum on a week day after reading a review in Trip Advisor. We really enjoyed the tour. The house is in fantastic shape, fully furnished with period pieces, and our tour guide did a great job. She was well versed on the house and it’s history, which is closely tied to the history of Hickory. Highly recommend for those interested in these historic mansions. See more..
    
43. 5.0 Broadslab Distillery (37 reviews)
    - Motorcycle Trip
    Saturday: 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Distilleries
    
    
    Went on The distillery tour with some motorcycle rider friends of mine.the tour was very well organized there was a short film that we watched about The distillery and it answered a lot of questions before the tour began. The person giving the tour was the owner. The tasting afterwards lets you taste all of the available spirits they make there. There's a full service bar there as well and gift shop. We really enjoyed our time there, the bartender was very friendly and knowledgeable. The day we went there they also had a hot dog and sausage Bender outside for food which was fantastic as well I wish I knew the name of that business. But a great time was had by all of us. And I would definitely recommend this and will be coming back. See more..
    
44. 5.0 Mouse Creek Falls (36 reviews)
    - Fun and beautiful!
    Waterfalls
    
    
    We arrived around noon on a Sunday and the parking was full, so we ended up parking in the horse parking area. Also, the bathrooms were locked. The hike is very enjoyable! Starts out pretty smooth, and most of it is along the river! The rapids were so powerful and gorgeous. You'll see the typical moss & rhodadendren. The waterfall is exquisite however! We passed it at first! If you make it to the bridge turn back and look for the hitching post! The falls are next to that. Definitely recommend! It would be a good one for kids! Would just need to watch them at the falls. See more..
    
45. 5.0 Badin Road Drive In Theater (36 reviews)
    - First time
    Movie Theaters
    
    
    It's my first time at a drive in. As best as I can tell, before the movie comes on, this place seems great. Two screens playing two movies each. Concessions with hamburgers, hot dogs, corn dogs, pizza, wings, fries, etc. and of course popcorn. Want something that's not on the menu? Just drive it in. The rules say keep the alcohol in your car. It doesn't say anything about not drinking it in the car. Some tips: The soundtrack is played over FM radio, so bring a portable radio for maximum enjoyment. (They rent radios if you forget.) How are you gonna see the movie? Through the windshield might not be great. I suggest a truck bed or tailgate or lawn chairs. A blanket on the ground will work in a pinch, but you might be on gravel. Want to kill some time before the sky goes dark and the screen lights up? Bring a disk, cards, or other game and make friends with your neighbors before the movie. See more..
    
46. 5.0 Piedmont Players Theatre (36 reviews)
    - Always a great place for live theater
    Saturday: Spent 1-2 hours Theaters
    
    
    Piedmont Players Theatre, Inc., A non-profit 501(c)3, owns and operates both the historic Meroney Theater and the all-youth Norvell Theater in downtown Salisbury, NC. In addition to 5 Meroney shows and 5 Norvell Youth shows each year, PPT offers an array of theatre classes, workshops and summer camps each year. See more..
    
47. 5.0 Weymouth Woods Sandhills Nature Preserve (36 reviews)
    - Great nature spot
    Saturday: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM Nature & Wildlife Areas
    
    
    We hiked the trails here, no crowds and minimal non-nature sounds. Unique landscape that we haven’t explored before. Definitely recommend when looking for a nature escape. See more..
    
48. 5.0 Haw River Canoe & Kayak (35 reviews)
    - Guided tour great for beginners
    Kayaking & Canoeing
    
    
    My husband and I did the guided sunset paddle. With limited paddling experience, this was a great tour for us. Our guides, Jess and Simon, were friendly and knowledgeable. The tour provided time to relax and enjoy the surroundings between paddles. One of my favorite parts was after dark, in a quiet cove, listening to the frogs. Definitely recommend, especially for those with minimal experience. See more..
    
49. 5.0 Old Nick Williams Farm and Distillery (35 reviews)
    - Great Place!!
    Distilleries
    
    
    Stayed overnight via Harvest Hosts, in our self contained camper , and stopped by the bar for a taste. The Jamarican reserve rum was fabulous! Rich, tasty, smooth! The place is super clean! The outside tent gives plenty of space to accommodate proper distance and enjoy the sunset with a tasty drink. The bar is beautifully set up with modern and rustic touches, truly a great place. See more..
    
50. 5.0 Ride LKN Wake & Surf (Watersports Charters) (35 reviews)
    - Awesome Experience, Better Service
    Adrenaline & Extreme Tours • Surfing & Windsurfing • Boat Tours • Waterskiing & Jetskiing
    
    
    Martin and Justin were awesome guides! The boat was in pristine condition and our guides were so enthusiastic. I had never been wakeboarding or wakesurfing before and they got me up within minutes. They got the boards ready, handed me a life jacket, strapped my feet in, and provided excellent instruction for a first timer. I would definitely recommend Ride LKN for anyone who wants to learn how to wakeboard/surf or just wants to cruise the lake. See more..
    

What's a Hidden gem?

We call places hidden gems that are new, extremely good, but are not that popular yet - you should check them out. The criteria is to have a rating of 4.5 or more and more than 20 reviews and less than 100 reviews.