President James K. Polk Historic Site
North Carolina’s only presidential site, focused on our nation's 11 president and the issues that dominated his term. Rental Option
DNCR Sites
North Carolina boasts nearly 100 state parks, museums, historic sites, aquariums and other attractions. Use the tool below to find places to visit by activity, theme, region or cost. As you check boxes on the right side of the screen, the places listed on the right will narrow to fit your criteria. Click on place's title to learn more.
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12031 Lancaster Highway, Pineville, NC 28134
1157 VOA Site C Road, Greenville, NC 27834
Queen Anne's Revenge Conservation Lab
Come and discover the Queen Anne's Revenge Conservation Lab in Greenville, NC. The lab offers free tours that reveal the exciting work happening at the site. Get a firsthand look as they carefully conserve, document, and explore the amazing historical items recovered from Blackbeard's flagship.
3009 Raven Rock Road, Lillington, NC 27546
Raven Rock State Park
Some of the best hiking along the Cape Fear River can be found at Raven Rock State Park, where visitors can also Lanier Falls, the Fish Traps rapids or the massive Raven Rock, an ageless landmark for river travelers.
9621 Reed Mine Rd., Midland, NC 28107
Reed Gold Mine
The site of the first documented discovery of gold in North America that launched the country's first gold rush. Rental Options
1 Festival Park, Manteo, NC 27954
Roanoke Island Festival Park
A celebration of the first English settlement in America, including a hands-on historic site with a kid-friendly museum, 16th century replica ship and American Indian town. Rental Options
6707 N.C. 53 E., Kelly, NC 28448
Singletary Lake Group Camp
Singletary Lake State Park welcomes groups to enjoy camping and environmental education in the unique Carolina bay lakes region and Bladen Lakes State Forest. Advance arrangements must be made before visiting.
2572 Lake Shore Road, Creswell, NC 27928
Somerset Place
The prototypical Antebellum plantation, and of the state's largest before the Civil War. Rental Options
3001 South Mountain Park Ave., Connelly Springs, NC 28612
South Mountains State Park
One of the state’s most rugged areas, featuring elevations to 3,000 feet, an 80-foot waterfall, mountain streams and more than 40 miles of trails.
109 E. Jones St., Raleigh, NC 27601
State Archives
A gateway to exploring a wide range of historically significant archival materials relating to North Carolina.
One East Edenton Street, Raleigh, NC 27601
State Capitol
The North Carolina State Capitol will close to the public beginning Wednesday, May 3, for construction and repair work, and will remain closed until further notice.
A National Historic Landmark. prime example of Greek Revival architecture and the home to all of state government for decades.
3042 Frank Parkway, Roaring Gap, NC 28668
Stone Mountain State Park
The massive granite dome at Stone Mountain State Park keeps watch this park where visitors can nearly every type of outdoor activity available in North Carolina.
52 N. Market St., Asheville, NC 28801
Thomas Wolfe Memorial
The childhood home of one of North Carolina’s most famous writers, and the setting of his best-known novel.
709 N Church St, Kenly, NC 27542
Tobacco Farm Life Museum
Explore eastern North Carolina's rich agricultural history and heritage at the Tobacco Farm Life Museum. The museum includes a 6,000 square foot exhibit gallery and education space, six historic and recreating 20th century structures, and several outbuildings.
509 Town Creek Mound Rd., Mt. Gilead, NC 27306
Town Creek Indian Mound
An archaeological site focusing on early Native American culture. Rental Options
529 South Front Street, New Bern, NC 28562
Tryon Palace Historic Sites and Gardens
Historic homes and gardens crowned by a grand palace, all at North Carolina’s first state capitol. Rental Options