North Carolina is a romantic state. It’s no wonder its beauty has been featured in movies and TV shows. With charming, small towns, quaint coastal views, and beautiful, daring mountains, you and your partner can experience endless fun and romance here. It’s time to get off the couch and do something other than dinner and a movie, try these 15 unique date ideas in North Carolina instead.
- Climb high in love and enjoy amazing views at the top of Mt. Mitchell.
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- Then enjoy lunch at the top at Mt. Mitchell State Park Restaurant.
Mount Mitchell State Park Restaurant/Facebook
- Steal a kiss beneath a waterfall at Dry Falls.
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- Visit the Biltmore House then stroll through the beautiful gardens hand-in-hand.
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- Take a long weekend to explore the historically rich towns of the NC coast.
michaelcY9549PP/TripAdvisor
Flickr / Zach Frailey Between Bath, Edenton, New Bern, and Beaufort, history buffs will be in love with this idea (and you).
- Have a picnic at the romantic McGill Rose Garden right outside of Uptown Charlotte.
kristinak27/TripAdvisor It’ll be hard to believe you’re literally one minute from the city.
- For last minute romance, drive to the summit of Pilot Mountain to catch the sunset.
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- Horror fans and adrenaline junkies will LOVE a trip to Scarowinds, at the Carowinds Theme Park!
Erik W/TripAdvisor
- Hop on board for an unforgettable experience
Great Smoky Mountains Railroad/Facebook Follow my guide for great train rides in North Carolina 10. Prove your love is a fairytale at the romantic Craggy Gardens.
Flickr / Selena N.B.H
- Red wine is an aphrodisiac, right?
Management/TripAdvisor Well, it sure is romantic. Especially a day at a gorgeous vineyard. Find your fit here.
- Feed giraffes from your sunroof at Lazy Five Ranch.
Flickr / sierra14
- Have brunch, lunch, or dinner….with a view!
jaish123/TripAdvisor Find the perfect view near you.
- Spend a romantic weekend at a BnB.
Management/TripAdvisor It is the perfect way for a couple to relax, recharge, and rekindle.
- Or spend the weekend ghost hunting at a haunted hotel!
Flickr / Jacqueline Poggi Hey, different strokes for different folks. Everyone knows that the Grove Park Inn is haunted but these are haunted as well!
You can also go to one of these awe-inspiring places in North Carolina. Which one will you do first? Tell us in the comments! OnlyInYourState may earn compensation through affiliate links in this article.
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North Carolina: A State Full Of Nature, Fun, And Food October 05, 2022 Will Suphan North Carolina is known for many great things. Barbecue, gorgeous State Parks, and tobacco production to name a few. Let’s explore the great things this state has to offer. What are the most scenic drives in North Carolina? North Carolinas lush landscapes are perfect for taking a drive through. During the autumn months, make sure to hop in the car and drive along the Blue Ridge Parkway. Fall colors abound and there are waterfalls, overlooks, and breathtaking mountain and valley views. For some spacious, wide-open vistas, the Hanging Rock Scenic By way will take you along the Sauratown mountains and you’ll even pass through the town of Mayberry, from the Andy Griffith show. If you can’t get enough waterfalls, the Waterfall Byway will show you 98 miles worth of them. What are the best festivals in North Carolina? With mild weather and stunning views, North Carolina is an amazing state for all kinds of fun festivals. One of the biggest and best is the Fayetteville Dogwood Festival. Held every April, you’ll get three days of live music, arts and crafts, and children’s activities. It’s great for the entire family. Of course, you have to go to a barbecue event, and the Lexington BBQ Festival might just be the best of the bunch. Over 100,000 people attend every October for some of the best barbecue in the nation. What are some foods unique to North Carolina? While they excel at barbecue, North Carolinians also have a vast array of interesting combinations they love to indulge in. Cheerwine is a carbonated beverage that is a staple in this state, and their local Krispy Kreme locations make donuts with it! Locals also like to put pimento cheese on just about anything. Eggs, cornbread, crackers, you name it, they’ll put pimento cheese on it! If you get a burger or hot dog in this state, don’t be surprised if you see people eating it “Carolina style” with coleslaw, chili, and mustard. Come over to North Carolina and try them out!
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Flickr / Kolin Toney
Mount Mitchell State Park Restaurant/Facebook
Flickr / mark_stoffan
Flickr / Teemu008
michaelcY9549PP/TripAdvisor
Flickr / Zach Frailey
Between Bath, Edenton, New Bern, and Beaufort, history buffs will be in love with this idea (and you).
kristinak27/TripAdvisor
It’ll be hard to believe you’re literally one minute from the city.
Flickr / bobistraveling
Erik W/TripAdvisor
Great Smoky Mountains Railroad/Facebook
Follow my guide for great train rides in North Carolina 10. Prove your love is a fairytale at the romantic Craggy Gardens.
Flickr / Selena N.B.H
- Red wine is an aphrodisiac, right?
Management/TripAdvisor Well, it sure is romantic. Especially a day at a gorgeous vineyard. Find your fit here.
- Feed giraffes from your sunroof at Lazy Five Ranch.
Flickr / sierra14
- Have brunch, lunch, or dinner….with a view!
jaish123/TripAdvisor Find the perfect view near you.
- Spend a romantic weekend at a BnB.
Management/TripAdvisor It is the perfect way for a couple to relax, recharge, and rekindle.
- Or spend the weekend ghost hunting at a haunted hotel!
Flickr / Jacqueline Poggi Hey, different strokes for different folks. Everyone knows that the Grove Park Inn is haunted but these are haunted as well!
You can also go to one of these awe-inspiring places in North Carolina. Which one will you do first? Tell us in the comments!
Flickr / Selena N.B.H
Management/TripAdvisor
Well, it sure is romantic. Especially a day at a gorgeous vineyard. Find your fit here.
Flickr / sierra14
jaish123/TripAdvisor
Find the perfect view near you.
It is the perfect way for a couple to relax, recharge, and rekindle.
Flickr / Jacqueline Poggi
Hey, different strokes for different folks. Everyone knows that the Grove Park Inn is haunted but these are haunted as well!
OnlyInYourState may earn compensation through affiliate links in this article.
The OIYS Visitor Center
North Carolina: A State Full Of Nature, Fun, And Food October 05, 2022 Will Suphan North Carolina is known for many great things. Barbecue, gorgeous State Parks, and tobacco production to name a few. Let’s explore the great things this state has to offer. What are the most scenic drives in North Carolina? North Carolinas lush landscapes are perfect for taking a drive through. During the autumn months, make sure to hop in the car and drive along the Blue Ridge Parkway. Fall colors abound and there are waterfalls, overlooks, and breathtaking mountain and valley views. For some spacious, wide-open vistas, the Hanging Rock Scenic By way will take you along the Sauratown mountains and you’ll even pass through the town of Mayberry, from the Andy Griffith show. If you can’t get enough waterfalls, the Waterfall Byway will show you 98 miles worth of them. What are the best festivals in North Carolina? With mild weather and stunning views, North Carolina is an amazing state for all kinds of fun festivals. One of the biggest and best is the Fayetteville Dogwood Festival. Held every April, you’ll get three days of live music, arts and crafts, and children’s activities. It’s great for the entire family. Of course, you have to go to a barbecue event, and the Lexington BBQ Festival might just be the best of the bunch. Over 100,000 people attend every October for some of the best barbecue in the nation. What are some foods unique to North Carolina? While they excel at barbecue, North Carolinians also have a vast array of interesting combinations they love to indulge in. Cheerwine is a carbonated beverage that is a staple in this state, and their local Krispy Kreme locations make donuts with it! Locals also like to put pimento cheese on just about anything. Eggs, cornbread, crackers, you name it, they’ll put pimento cheese on it! If you get a burger or hot dog in this state, don’t be surprised if you see people eating it “Carolina style” with coleslaw, chili, and mustard. Come over to North Carolina and try them out!
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North Carolina: A State Full Of Nature, Fun, And Food
October 05, 2022
Will Suphan
North Carolina is known for many great things. Barbecue, gorgeous State Parks, and tobacco production to name a few. Let’s explore the great things this state has to offer. What are the most scenic drives in North Carolina? North Carolinas lush landscapes are perfect for taking a drive through. During the autumn months, make sure to hop in the car and drive along the Blue Ridge Parkway. Fall colors abound and there are waterfalls, overlooks, and breathtaking mountain and valley views. For some spacious, wide-open vistas, the Hanging Rock Scenic By way will take you along the Sauratown mountains and you’ll even pass through the town of Mayberry, from the Andy Griffith show. If you can’t get enough waterfalls, the Waterfall Byway will show you 98 miles worth of them. What are the best festivals in North Carolina? With mild weather and stunning views, North Carolina is an amazing state for all kinds of fun festivals. One of the biggest and best is the Fayetteville Dogwood Festival. Held every April, you’ll get three days of live music, arts and crafts, and children’s activities. It’s great for the entire family. Of course, you have to go to a barbecue event, and the Lexington BBQ Festival might just be the best of the bunch. Over 100,000 people attend every October for some of the best barbecue in the nation. What are some foods unique to North Carolina? While they excel at barbecue, North Carolinians also have a vast array of interesting combinations they love to indulge in. Cheerwine is a carbonated beverage that is a staple in this state, and their local Krispy Kreme locations make donuts with it! Locals also like to put pimento cheese on just about anything. Eggs, cornbread, crackers, you name it, they’ll put pimento cheese on it! If you get a burger or hot dog in this state, don’t be surprised if you see people eating it “Carolina style” with coleslaw, chili, and mustard. Come over to North Carolina and try them out!
The OIYS Visitor Center
The OIYS Visitor Center
What are the most scenic drives in North Carolina?
North Carolinas lush landscapes are perfect for taking a drive through. During the autumn months, make sure to hop in the car and drive along the Blue Ridge Parkway. Fall colors abound and there are waterfalls, overlooks, and breathtaking mountain and valley views. For some spacious, wide-open vistas, the Hanging Rock Scenic By way will take you along the Sauratown mountains and you’ll even pass through the town of Mayberry, from the Andy Griffith show. If you can’t get enough waterfalls, the Waterfall Byway will show you 98 miles worth of them.
What are the best festivals in North Carolina?
With mild weather and stunning views, North Carolina is an amazing state for all kinds of fun festivals. One of the biggest and best is the Fayetteville Dogwood Festival. Held every April, you’ll get three days of live music, arts and crafts, and children’s activities. It’s great for the entire family. Of course, you have to go to a barbecue event, and the Lexington BBQ Festival might just be the best of the bunch. Over 100,000 people attend every October for some of the best barbecue in the nation.
What are some foods unique to North Carolina?
While they excel at barbecue, North Carolinians also have a vast array of interesting combinations they love to indulge in. Cheerwine is a carbonated beverage that is a staple in this state, and their local Krispy Kreme locations make donuts with it! Locals also like to put pimento cheese on just about anything. Eggs, cornbread, crackers, you name it, they’ll put pimento cheese on it! If you get a burger or hot dog in this state, don’t be surprised if you see people eating it “Carolina style” with coleslaw, chili, and mustard. Come over to North Carolina and try them out!
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