Things to Do with Kids in Franklin, NC

  • TripBuzz found 92 things to do with kids in or near Franklin, North Carolina, including 77 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Bryson City, Cherokee, Highlands and Sylva.
  • From Fun Factory Franklin to Turning Stones Fly Fishing, LLC Day Tours, the Franklin area offers 83 different types of family activities, including: Specialty Museums, Fishing, Bowling and Family Fun Center.
  • Situated in the Nantahala Forest, Franklin, NC is an official Appalachian Trail destination. Known locally as 'The Gem Capital of the World,' there are many precious stones to be found in the Franklin region and visitors can discover the potential with many gem mining services. Along with gem mining, many visitors come to Franklin for the hiking and views of its many waterfalls.
  • TripBuzz found 92 things to do with kids in or near Franklin, North Carolina, including 77 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Bryson City, Cherokee, Highlands and Sylva.
  • From Fun Factory Franklin to Turning Stones Fly Fishing, LLC Day Tours, the Franklin area offers 83 different types of family activities, including: Specialty Museums, Fishing, Bowling and Family Fun Center.
  • Situated in the Nantahala Forest, Franklin, NC is an official Appalachian Trail destination. Known locally as 'The Gem Capital of the World,' there are many precious stones to be found in the Franklin region and visitors can discover the potential with many gem mining services. Along with gem mining, many visitors come to Franklin for the hiking and views of its many waterfalls.
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37.4 Miles
76% 317 votes
Family Fun Center 716 Parkway, Gatlinburg, TN 37738 MoreLess Info
Fort Fun Mini Golf & More features a motion ride theatre experience, laser attractions, bumper cars and an outdoor gem mining activity, alongside two themed mini golf courses that explore the history of the area in their design.
37.4 Miles
24% 504 votes
Specialty Museums 631 Parkway, Gatlinburg, TN MoreLess Info
Filled with interactive exhibits and displays, Guinness World Records Museum features artifacts that depict the records that people from across the world achieved. One section of the museum is dedicated to celebrity memorabilia.
37.4 Miles
98% 4325 votes
National & State Parks Gatlinburg, TN 37738 MoreLess Info
Strung with miles of hiking trails and many species of trees, Great Smokey Mountains National Park lets visitors take in the mountain views at their park. A few buildings of the original settlers of the region can be seen here.
37.4 Miles
50% 2 votes
History Museums 87 Peachtree Street, Murphy, NC 28906 MoreLess Info
The Cherokee County Historical Museum Inc. is dedicated to preserving the local history of the area. The museum contains over 2000 artifacts of the Cherokee Indians, some dating back as far as the civil war.
37.4 Miles
50% 2 votes
Movie Theaters 38 Tennessee Street, Murphy, NC 28906 MoreLess Info
Henn Movie Theater is an historic single movie theater that was established in 1934. The facility shows movies in surround sound and offers a large selection of concessions. Henn Movie Theater is currently expanding their facilities.
37.5 Miles
91% 9687 votes
Aquariums 88 River Road, Gatlinburg, TN 37738 MoreLess Info
Gatlinburg, Tennessee is home to Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies, known for its gigantic shark exhibits. Kids and adults love its underwater tunnel, constructed of clear plexiglass, which makes for a truly immersive experience. The Aquarium is also a popular place for field trips.
37.5 Miles
99% 4014 votes
Rafting 453 Brookside Village Way, Gatlinburg, TN 37738 MoreLess Info
Get up close and personal with the wilderness on a whitewater rafting excursion from Smoky Mountain Outdoors. Safety equipment and instruction are include in the price of each trip, and no prior experience is required.
37.5 Miles
96% 771 votes
Lookouts Gatlinburg By-Pass, Gatlinburg, TN MoreLess Info
Located along the Gatlinburg Bypass, Gatlinburg Scenic Overlook provides excellent views and opportunities for taking photos of the surrounding mountains.
37.5 Miles
88% 640 votes
Amusement Parks (All Ages) 424 River Rd., Gatlinburg, TN 37738 MoreLess Info
The oldest and widely considered to be the scariest haunted house in Gatlinburg is the Mysterious Mansion. Secret passages, dark corridors, a dank dungeon, and winding staircases create a scary maze through the realm of fantasy and fear.
37.5 Miles
88% 344 votes
Specialty Museums Winery Square, Gatlinburg, TN MoreLess Info
The Salt & Pepper Shaker Museum is a historical and educational museum that displays over 20,000 sets of salt and pepper shakers from around the globe. The museum also has a sister museum in Spain.
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