Things to do & places to visit in Pinehurst, North Carolina, United States

Pinehurst city in North Carolina, United States. Timezone: America/New_York, current date and time: Saturday, May 04, 2024, 17:17.

Top things to do (20)

Top places to visit (29 attractions)

5.0 Green Gate Olive Oils (13 reviews)
- This is a must stop when in Pinehurst
Speciality & Gift Shops

When you are in Pinehurst there are a few must stops, The Pinehurst Olive oil company is one of those stops. It's a little hard to find unless you look down, lol because it's located below an existing store front. Inside the staff is very knowledgable on all the products they sell. Mostly custom blended olive oils and balsamic vinegars. They allow you to taste test all of the products. They also have local honey and crackers/treats to compliment the oils and vinegars. See more..
5.0 Kirk Tours & Limousine (6 reviews)
- My favorite narrated after tour for my guests!
Spent 1-2 hours Taxis & Shuttles

I'm so happy with the amazing amount of information that Marva stores in her memory bank! She's the quintessential tour guide. And she knows so much history about The Village of Pinehurst. I've taken this tour 4 times now, each time with my out-of-town guests. And each time I've learned a little more. So, each trip is very informational but never boring! They thoroughly enjoy all the information that Marva gives while driving the air-conditioned van through the village. Once I brought 14 gals who came for a golf vacation, and she was able to do back to back tours for 7 gals each trip. You don't get off of the bus during the tour, so if it's a very hot summer day, you'll stay cool and still enjoy your day. You will enjoy this informative time, so don't hesitate to go! See more..
5.0 Midland Country Club (3 reviews)
- Dinner with friends
Golf Courses
Food and service were OUTSTANDING!! There were 7 people in our group and our waiter took phenomenal care of each of us. See more..
5.0 Broadhurst Gallery (2 reviews)
- OMG! I found a world-class modern art gallery in NC
Spent 1-2 hours Art Galleries

Fine art for collectors and Corporate art placement, featuring original paintings and sculpture created by nationally recognized artists, as well as local N.C arts and crafts. Located in Pinehurst for 30 years Broadhurst Gallery offers a unique experience in art collecting, or if you are just simply looking for that 'special piece' for your home or garden. See more..
5.0 Given Book Shop (1 review)
- Great Asset in Village
Spent 1-2 hours Speciality & Gift Shops

The Given Book Shop & Outpost is a volunteer-run book shop that sells quality used books with all proceeds going to the Given Memorial Library. When not selling books, the book shop hosts library-sponsored events and workshops. The historic Given Book Shop & Outpost building is available to rent for events such as weddings and business functions. See more..
5.0 Pinehurst #5 (1 review)
- a great day playing golf
Golf Courses

This is an underrated golf course at the Pinehurst complex. It starts at the main complex where there are several practice greens in addition to the putting course and Cradle par 3 course and a great short game practice area. #5 used to start at the clubhouse and then across the street but they made the excellent change to convert the first hole into the Cradle par 3 course. To make up for the lost hole, they added a nice downhill par 3. Great move. The course is always in great shape and this time was no exception. The course very much follows the lay of the land with many tee shots downhill and approach shots uphill. This makes the course play longer and more difficult than you would think. It has a nice mixture of holes, long/short, right/left doglegs, etc. Well conditioned and the greens were excellent. See more..
5.0 The Cradle (1 review)
- Unfortunately had to hit off mats off every hole
Golf Courses

This is an awesome and very scenic short part 3 course. Unfortunately due to the amount of play the course receives they have hitting off mats on every hole. I don't like hitting off mats but I understand the need for them. The potential teeing areas were huge so they have a lot of flexibility in how long they make each hole. When we played the holes ranged from about 60 to 130 yards so you may need a variety of clubs. There were many deep and visually intimidating bunkers, but they would not generally be in play for a halfway decent golfer. Rookie golfers or high handicappers may have a lot of difficulty with them. The greens were generally large and in awesome shape - lots of humps and mounds and ridges in them. And edges of the holes were cut very sharply so you had to be inside the hole to make a putt. The new snack bar was open even though it was very cold and we there were two of only a few golfers on the course. It had a good selection of beers, including the local Man of Law IPA on draft, one of my husbands favorites. The also recently added two new fire pits, which were awesome to warm us up. Plan on going back soon. See more..
4.5 Pinehurst Course Number 2 (240 reviews)
- One of the best
Golf Courses

Stretching 7,020 yards at Par 72, this championship golf course is very green and relatively flat, with tall pines on every hole. See more..
4.5 Sandhills Horticultural Gardens (113 reviews)
- FREE horticultural garden
Gardens

What a gem for Pinehurst, NC. There are several gardens (floral or vegetable) , statues, and a special architectural structure to see and enjoy at the horticultural garden. I am visiting from San Diego with my adult daughter. I was impressed! See more..
4.5 Pinehurst Golf Course (81 reviews)
- Amazing experience
Spent More than 3 hours Golf Courses

We came here for our anniversary and will be back every year from here on out! Julia and Kelly in customer service were so accommodating! Everyone made us feel so special. We had dinner at 1895 and the staff was wonderful, especially Al. My husband played course 8 and wouldn’t stop saying how phenomenal it was. The spa was a real treat, I got a massage and the whole staff was so friendly. The smoothies were great too. The room was exceptional we had a king suite in the Carolina hotel and I have never slept better. Breakfast was delicious and they had so many options. We also used the bikes to travel around and had fun getting lost. Thank you Pinehurst for your hospitality, I am sad to leave but definitely have something to look forward too. See more..
4.5 Camelot Playground (65 reviews)
- One of the Best Play Grounds Ever
Saturday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Playgrounds

This is really the best play ground our grandson has played in a local community. He really enjoys going and having so many fun things to do and play on. From swings to climbing activities this play ground has it. See more..
4.5 Pinehurst Course Number 8 (58 reviews)
- Fun to play
Golf Courses

The course works it way through rolling hills, trees and waste bunkers with a little water thrown in for good measure. This is a very enjoyable golf course with tough putting surfaces. The clubhouse is large, but it was very quiet. Hardly anyone was around. It felt very removed from the rest of the resort, but maybe that’s a good thing. I would definitely put this on the play list when visiting Pinehurst. See more..
4.5 Tufts Archives (57 reviews)
- A must stop when visiting Pinehurst
Saturday: 9:30 AM - 1:00 PM Speciality Museums

If your a golfing enthusiast you have to visit the Tufts archives it is definitely worth the visit not just for the golfing experience but also for other aspects of Pinehurst History There is a great section on Annie Oakley and a few other important people in the History of Pinehurst. The staff and management at both the library and archives sections are both professional and quite helpful and are always there to answer your questions whether Library or historical archive related. See more..
4.5 Village Shops at Pinehurst (55 reviews)
- Quaint but needs more shops and a coffee place!
Speciality & Gift Shops

Thought we’d spend a good afternoon, but went through the entire village in an hour. Limited shopping and no place to get a good cup of coffee. (Found out later to go to the library for coffee). Also beware of all the steps/stairs and uneven walkways to the shops. Definitely not ADA compliant— not accessible for wheelchairs, or those with walking limitations. We had to carry our friends baby stroller up and down stairs to get into shops. See more..
4.5 Pinehurst Harness Track (44 reviews)
- Just wonderful place, must see for race horse lovers !
Spent More than 3 hours Horse Tracks

Pinehurst historic harness training center is a winter and spring training center for high priced young standardbred yearlings in there quest to become future racing stars , see them train on a half mile clay and sand surface or on a separate mile track. They train Monday to Saturday from 6 am to 12 noon. Watch for the spring matinee day to see the "coming out party"of some of these young horses, great tailgate party also, it's usually on the first Sunday in April. At any other time make sure you have breakfast at the old track kitchen and try their famous blueberry pancakes after seeing the horses train. See more..
4.5 Pinehurst Golf (34 reviews)
- Quality private Pinehurst GC
Spent More than 3 hours Golf Courses

Pinehurst National is a Jack Nicklaus design and is owned by Pinehurst CC. Now referred to as #9, It has a private membership and affiliated with #7 private membership. Resort guest can have access. Has a terrific practice are, tennis club, pool, and dining facilities. This, like #7 is a gated community. See more..
4.5 Rassie Wicker Park (20 reviews)
- Super fun way to cool off!
Saturday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Parks

Located off Rassie Wicker Drive (site of the Village Hall, Police Station and Fire Station), Wicker Park is currently being developed as a community park. Amenities available within the 103 acre facility include the new splash pad, 2 tennis courts, bocce court, soccer field, in-line hockey, playground, paved walking trails, brick sidewalks, expanded trail system and concession stand/restroom facility. Wicker Park is also home to the 33 acre Arboretum that was being developed by the Village Heritage Foundation. The Magnolia Lawn, Joyce's Meadow, the Pergola Garden and Timmel Pavilion may all be reserved for weddings, receptions, and other events. A deposit and rental fees do apply. See more..
4.5 The Village Wine Shop (11 reviews)
- Fun spot where visitors mingle with locals
Saturday: 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM Speciality & Gift Shops

Gwen makes great wine selections, does an inexpensive tasting, or you can have a wine by the glass. On a visit last week, I sat next to a couple from Charlotte on one side and from Miami on the other. Meanwhile, many of us residents popped in and out, like a family gathering. Ridiculously cute wine and golf gift selections! See more..
4.5 Pinehurst Resort Thistle Dhu (3 reviews)
- Ridiculously Fun
Saturday: 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Miniature Golf
The mini golf putting course is a wacky putt putt course without the windmills, waterfalls, or tricks. It has a lot of character such as the punch bowl Number 6 with ball gravitating toward hole. And some of the mounds are beyond ridiculous to try and have ball go over such and then stop close to hole....almost impossible. I had two four putts and five three putts. If you can par this, wow. Again it is fun and can be good clean fun competition. One note: Thistle Dhu rolls differently than the playing greens of actual course. So my advice to you is to enjoy it after your round or after playing the Cradle, the new short course. Enjoy Pinehurst Thistle Dhu putting course! See more..
4.0 Pinehurst Course Number 4 (38 reviews)
- we were excited to play the updated course
Golf Courses

I guess I will have to get used to the look of lots of waste areas. Not as pretty as I remember this course being. Even from the red tees, the course is pretty long for us senior women. Number 9 has a waste area that is too big to carry even if hit a good drive (for a short hitter that has a reasonable handicap because she chips and putts well). A couple of the greens were a bit too tricked up. Otherwise we had a very good time. It's February so the condition of the greens wasn't great... not as good as some others I have played in the area this month. Dont know if thats because it is fairly new. Starter was great. See more..
4.0 The Spa at Pinehurst (32 reviews)
- Already thinking ahead to next visit
Spent 2-3 hours Spas

I made a surprise reservation for my sister and me to visit the spa while she visited from out of state. We had a very relaxing and enjoyable day - swimming, using the hot tub, facials, drinking delicious smoothies, and enjoying the beautiful weather (sitting out on the porch). Tips to plan your visit: 1) Bring your bathing suit. Plan to come early or stay after your treatment to enjoy the smoothies and pool/hot tub, or just sit and relax, 2) You don't have to bring toiletries. Everything you need from shampoo and body wash to Fraser and q-tips is available in the locker room. 3) Bring cash to tip the staff there. They deserve it - very kind and accommodating and helped make our day special. I look forward to my next opportunity to visit! See more..
3.5 Foxfire Golf & Country Club (65 reviews)
- Not busy on a Tuesday. Nice course
Golf Courses

Golfed on a Tuesday mid day and we had the grey course to ourselves. Greens are in good shape. Recently airiated but still good. Fairways were in good shape. Rough was thick and challenging. Great design. Nice clubhouse. Bunkers were a bit hard. Cart paths were a bit bumpy. Only a few ball washers. No drinking water on the course But, it was sooooo nice having the course not busy and challenging!!! It was not apparent where to get to the clubhouse at the turn. Make sure you ask! See more..
3.5 Pinehurst #7 (2 reviews)
- A difficult course
Golf Courses

This is a very difficult Reese Jones layout which I've been playing since it was first built. The course is separate from the main Pinehurst resort and has a practice green by the clubhouse, a huge driving range with many targets (a bit away from the clubhouse), and a small short game practice area with a bunker and several spots from which you can chip to 3 target pins by the first tee. It's fairly open off the tee but very difficult green complexes. And many greens have uphill approach shots, some off downhill lies where you cannot see the surface of the green (which makes depth perception difficult and you have no idea how your shot turned out). And it makes the course play much longer than listed. Several years ago Reese did a redesign on the course which softened some of the green complexes and change the bunkering. This was a really good upgrade. And the way in which the fairway and greenside bunkers define the course. See more..
2.5 211 Bistro & Martini Bar (3 reviews)
- Unimpressed
Saturday: 12:00 PM - 11:00 PM Bars & Clubs

As in previous reviewer, there on Friday at 6:30 and deserted. Nice atmosphere, despite being empty couldn't get drink refills. Food came out without fries on the side and three small pieces of fish were almost gone before they arrived. Portions were lunch sized but dinner priced and food marginal. Could have had better fish at Long John Silvers. See more..
William Bortins (0 review)
Safaris • Beer Tastings & Tours • Private Tours • Nature & Wildlife Tours • Day Trips

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Jazzercise Fitness Center (0 review)
Health Clubs
Jazzercise Fitness Center in Pinehurst, NC offers group fitness classes for all levels. Our classes incorporate HIIT cardio dance moves with strength training for the ultimate full-body workout that can slay your wellness goals. One 55-minute session can burn up to 800 calories. The results? Long, lean muscles and an undeniable mood boost. See more..
Frank Zaccherio (0 review)
Taxis & Shuttles • Beer Tastings & Tours • Wine Tours & Tastings • Bus Tours

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CoolSweats (0 review)
Saturday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Speciality & Gift Shops

CoolSweats is a women's specialty store based on the philosophy that you should never have to sacrifice comfort and quality for style. We offer several lifestyle products that promote the quality of our clothes and quality of life. CoolSweats is the ultimate shopping destination for locals and visitors alike. See more..
Pinehurst #6 (0 review)
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