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  • Our editors recommend these diverse local experiences.

1. Tweetsie Railroad ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Category: Kids & Family Fun
© Tweetsie Railroad

2. Moses H. Cone Memorial Park ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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3. The Blowing Rock

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4. Julian Price Memorial Park

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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5. Flat Top Manor

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6. Appalachian Ski Mountain

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
© Appalachian Ski Mountain

7. Blowing Rock Brewery

Category: Nearby Food & Drink
© Blowing Rock Brewery

8. Blowing Rock Art and History Museum

Category: Museums & Culture for Couples
© Blowing Rock Art and History Museum

9. Green Knob Trail

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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10. French-Swiss Ski College

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
© French-Swiss Ski College

11. Camp Coffee Roasters

Category: Nearby Food & Drink
© Camp Coffee Roasters

12. Mystery Hill

© Mystery Hill

13. Doc’s Rocks Gem Mine and Appalachian Fossil Museum

Category: Museums & Culture for Couples
© Doc’s Rocks Gem Mine and Appalachian Fossil Museum

14. Artists in Residence at Edgewood Cottage

Category: Museums & Culture for Couples
© Blowing Rock Historical Society

15. High Gravity Adventures Zip Line and Aerial Park

Tours in the Area
© High Gravity Adventures Zip Line and Aerial Park

Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

Blowing Rock is a small town in the Blue Ride Mountains where the majestic beauty of mother nature meets the adventurous spirit of loving communities. Born from the hard work of entrepreneurs and the generosity of philanthropists, Blowing Rock has stories to tell and treasures to find. Family-friendly destinations and sophisticated locations offer visitors the best of both worlds. Blowing Rock is a perfect last minute getaway from Charlotte (1 hr 50 minutes, (93.9 miles) via US-321 N and US-321 N).

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