- Our list of the best things to do in Hickory, North Carolina, features the top 37 nearby activities — including 14 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Hickory, NC has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Museums & Galleries, Outdoor Places, Entertainment & Shows, and Amusement.
- The results below include the top 13 things to do within the city of Hickory, NC , followed by 24 popular activities in nearby cities, including Morganton, Lenoir, Mooresville, Charlotte and Statesville
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38.1 Miles
98%
64 votes
35 Catawba Street, Belmont, NC 28012
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The Millican Pictorial History Museum paints a picture of Belmont, and the surrounding county's, history to locals and visitors. The museum houses thousands of historic photographs, featuring cotton mills, churches, homes, past residents, automobiles and more.
38.2 Miles
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13 votes
11466 Highway 105 S, Banner Elk, NC 28604
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A nursery and landscaper, Grandfather Mountain Nursery Garden Center has been in business since 1976. The nursery is located in a scenic mountain location, and features a wide variety of plants and flowers.
38.2 Miles
Fun 'n' Wheels Inc is a local amusement park that is open from May to early September. The park offers a large selection of attractions, including go-karts, bumper cars, and a Ferris Wheel.
38.3 Miles
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3 votes
174 Old Shulls Mill Road, Boone, NC 28604
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In business since 1986, Appalachian Angler Guide Service leads fly fishing expeditions in the streams of Western North Carolina. The company offers some trips on a seasonal basis, while others are available year round.
38.4 Miles
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207 votes
630 West King Street, Boone, NC 28607
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North Carolina's Mast General Store Old Boone Mercantile is a charming shop in Boone, North Carolina. Styled after the quaint general stores of yesteryear, the three-floor store sells a riot of candy, knickknacks and local memorabilia.
38.4 Miles
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41 votes
139 South Depot St., Boone, NC 28607
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Adventurous and outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy touring with Rock Dimensions Climbing Guides. The company offers various packages and tours for different age and skill levels that include rock climbing, caving and discovery courses.
38.7 Miles
77%
48 votes
1675 Nc Highway 105 Byp, Boone, NC 28607
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Family entertainment is the focus of Magic Mountain Mini Golf & Arcade. The attraction offers an adventurous miniature golf course, go karts, a playground for children, bumper boats, laser tag, and an extensive video game arcade.
38.9 Miles
Rockhounds and jewelry lovers must not miss the opportunity to visit the Foggy Mountain Gem mine. Visitors enjoy mining and tumbling their own stones, learning about local minerals and shopping Foggy Mountain's large inventory of precious stones, jewelry and display samples.
39.1 Miles
The Muddy River Distillery is a rum distillery that makes rum using three ingredients, yeast, premium grade molasses, and sugar from South Carolina. The facility ferments the rum for 2 weeks.
39.3 Miles
Experience the wild rapids of Banner Elk, North Carolina with High Mountain Expeditions. No prior rafting experience is required, although seasoned rafters may opt for more difficult journeys. High Mountain Expeditions provides seasoned guides trained in first aid. All rafts and safety gear are provided.