The best family-friendly activities in North Carolina for parents and kids (Updated October 2026)

We are Southern Charm Rides, there is a copycat that goes by Southern Elegance, they are NOT us. Voted Charlotte's Best 2025. Southern Charm has...
$39

Charlotte's Original Historical City Tour on Eco-Friendly Cart!!! Public parking conveniently located at meeting location! Join us for a 90 min historical city tour of...
$39

Discounted parking when available. Tours leave promptly! Take a 5-star/award winning tour deep into our history on luxurious bus to see why people are saying...
$39

Experience Charlotte’s rich history and vibrant city energy! Our knowledgeable Charlotte local guides bring the city’s history to life through fascinating stories, local insights, and...
$39

A visit to Buffalo Creek Ranch offers a delightful day of activities for all ages. Engage with friendly animals, including llamas, mini horses, and pygmy...
$40

There is no better way to DISCOVER and EXPLORE Asheville! Hop-on board one of Cool Destinations’s nostalgic trolleys for a fully narrated journey, highlighting the...
$41

Sunset Cruise with Live Music
Enjoy Wilmington's best talented local musicians, some nights solo, some nights duo's, all add their flair while you wind down on our comfortable riverboat with...
$45

Masonboro Island Cruise
This is an open water 1 hr cruise of Masonboro Island. The tour focuses on shorebird biology and natural history . Interested in learning the...
$45

Kitty Hawk Woods Kayak Tour
The Kitty Hawk Woods Maritime Forest Kayak Tour is hands down one of the best family ecotours experiences to be had on the islands of...
$49

Durham is known for its vibrant arts scene, and our candle pouring workshop offers a unique way to tap into that creativity. Whether you’re a...
$49

Located in the heart of Charlotte’s South End, our workshop combines creativity with a vibrant neighborhood atmosphere. Whether you’re planning a group activity, a special...
$49

The Carolina Runner is a custom-built 40-foot craft that includes a bar, blue tooth sound system, LED party lights, a loading ramp for easy shore...
$50

Wrightsville Beach Sunset Cruise
Come on a sunset tour with us and catch some beautiful views! We also tell some interesting history about the island and then play some...
$50

Cruising Through Uptown Charlotte Dive into the vibrant soul of Queen City like never before with our exclusive summer Mural Tour! Immerse yourself in the...
$50

Carolina Beach Mural Photo Tour
Explore the vibrant murals of Carolina Beach on a captivating one-hour walking tour. Starting at Crush N Grind, you'll stroll through downtown, visiting iconic murals...
$55

Celebrate the most enchanting time of year with the Asheville Holiday Season City Tour—a sparkling, story-filled adventure that highlights the city’s festive charm, historic beauty,...
$59

This is one of only a few maritime forests left along the Carolina Coast. The only way to view this area is on a kayak...
$60

Fully Guided Rafting Trip
Fast Rivers opened in 1979. It's the second oldest company on the Nantahala River-- and our longevity is no accident. We're a small business and...
$60

Our paddleboard and other non-motorized water equipment rentals launch from Farrington Point hand carried boat launch - one of the moat popular locations on all...
$60

2-hour Outer Banks Wild Horse Tour by 4WD Truck
The Bender family continues a 50 year tradition of traveling in open air style safari vehicles north of Corolla along the ocean and sand dunes on...
$65

Discover the charm of Uptown Charlotte on an unforgettable one-hour adventure on Rydables—fun, 4-wheeled scooters dressed like stuffed animals! Hop on a unicorn, a dragon...
$69

