Things to Do in Cherokee, NC

  • Our list of the best things to do in Cherokee, North Carolina, features the top 160 nearby activities — including 86 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
  • Cherokee, NC has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Water Activities, Outdoor Places, Museums & Galleries, and Sights & Landmarks.
  • The results below include the top 25 things to do within the city of Cherokee, NC , followed by 137 popular activities in nearby cities, including Gatlinburg, Bryson City, Franklin, Waynesville, Sylva, Maggie Valley, Hartford, Pigeon Forge, Cosby, Sevierville and Townsend
  • Our list of the best things to do in Cherokee, North Carolina, features the top 160 nearby activities — including 86 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
  • Cherokee, NC has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Water Activities, Outdoor Places, Museums & Galleries, and Sights & Landmarks.
  • The results below include the top 25 things to do within the city of Cherokee, NC , followed by 137 popular activities in nearby cities, including Gatlinburg, Bryson City, Franklin, Waynesville, Sylva, Maggie Valley, Hartford, Pigeon Forge, Cosby, Sevierville and Townsend
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7.8 Miles
83% 219 votes
Specialty Museums 100 Greenlee St, Bryson City, NC 28713 MoreLess Info
The collection of model trains at the Smokey Mountain Trains Museum dates back to 1918. There are actually two model railroad layouts with 7,000 Lionel engines, cars, and accessories in addition to a children's activity center and toy shop.
7.8 Miles
97% 67 votes
Rafting 226 Everett Street, Great Smoky Mountain Railroad Depot, Bryson City, NC 28713 MoreLess Info
Wildwater Nantahala Raft & Rail - Private Trips offers opportunities for inexperienced and experienced rafters to spend all day on the water in a new, fun, and adrenaline pumping environment.
8.0 Miles
73% 1858 votes
Scenic Railroads 226 Everett Street, Bryson City, NC 28713 MoreLess Info
Train enthusiasts love the Great Smoky Mountain Railroad, a 'living museum' of functioning passenger trains from a bygone era. Visitors may choose from a variety of fun ride packages, and families with children should not miss their chance to ride the 'Polar Express.'
8.0 Miles
86% 29 votes
Specialty Shops 11900 U.S. 19/74 West, Bryson City, NC MoreLess Info
A fun activity for all ages, everyone is welcome to try gem hunting at the Nantahala Gorge Ruby Mine. An educated and knowledgeable staff will further assist with stone identification as well as cutting, cleaning and shining any discovered treasure.
8.0 Miles
96% 50 votes
Bike Paths Bryson City, NC MoreLess Info
Designed for use by all types of outdoorsmen, Tsali Recreation Area provides several trails for horseback riding, bike riding, walking or hiking. With beautiful views, this picturesque park further offers a boat ramp and camping grounds for added enjoyment.
8.0 Miles
- 0 votes
Theaters 30 Main Street, Bryson City, NC 28713 MoreLess Info
In operation since 1980, the Smoky Mountain Community Theater is a not for profit, volunteer driven theater organization. The theater presents a seasonally changing slate of dramatic productions each year.
8.7 Miles
29% 7 votes
Bowling 347 Jackson Plaza, Sylva, NC 28779 MoreLess Info
Featuring 22 lanes of bowling, Country Side Bowling Lanes provides bowlers with shoe rental and a pro shop. It also has arcade games, pool and air hockey tables and a snack bar offering food, soft drinks and alcohol.
8.7 Miles
100% 2 votes
Rafting 1377 Macktown Road, Sylva, NC 28779 MoreLess Info
With access to the Nantahala River, Dillsboro River Company takes visitors for a white water rafting excursion through class 2 rapids. The river is warmer than most rivers, averaging at 70 degrees Fahrenheit.
8.7 Miles
- 0 votes
Bowling 347 Jackson Plz, Sylva, NC 28779 MoreLess Info
A traditional, 22 lane bowling alley, Thunder Lanes of Sylva offers open bowling as well as tournament and league play. The alley also has a video game arcade, pool tables, and a snack bar.
8.9 Miles
60% 10 votes
Parks Central Street, Sylva, NC MoreLess Info
Located behind the Sylva Pool, Poteet Park was named for former town employee Charles Poteet and was designed with input from children. There is a large playground with wooden structures, benches and covered picnic areas.
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