Boone, NC

Travel Guide
Boone
Go rafting, horseback riding and hiking or spend your days shopping and dining in this picturesque college town in the Blue Ridge Mountains. 

Boone is a college town in the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina. Sip coffee in cafés or hop between student bars. Get out into the surrounding nature and go hiking, rafting and horseback riding through the stunning mountain range.

The town is named for legendary American explorer Daniel Boone, who camped here several times during his travels. Every summer since 1952, the town's outdoor amphitheater puts on a theatrical retelling of Boone's life.

Boone is home to Appalachian State University, which caters to about 17,000 students. College students fill the town’s cafés and bars. On weekends, watch the university’s sports team, the Mountaineers, play a home game.

Go shopping in some of the boutiques that line downtown streets. Explore the galleries that are contributing to the growing arts scene.

Families with children will love the Children's Playhouse, a museum aimed at Boone's younger visitors. Create artwork and play in interactive exhibits. Foggy Mountain Gem Mine is another family-friendly destination. Armed with all the tools you need, dig into their rock selection and see what gems you can discover.

Take advantage of Boone’s picturesque location in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Go rafting down New River, which runs through town. Explore the area by kayak or purchase a rod to go fishing. Go mountain biking, hiking or horseback riding along one of the area's many trails. All activities can be organized at the Boone Visitor Information Center on the main strip in downtown. From here you can walk the Greenway Trail, a paved path that curves through the woods and along the river.

Rent a car to get to Boone from nearby cities. Charlotte, North Carolina is 117 miles (188.3 kilometers) south. Drive along the Blue Ridge Parkway, which is a destination in itself. This scenic National Parkway and All-American Road stretches for 469 miles (755 kilometers) through Virginia and North Carolina along the Appalachian Mountains.

Where to stay in Boone

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Panorama Estates

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Panorama Estates and surrounding area, you can visit Mystery Hill and Tweetsie Railroad.

Panorama Estates
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New River Heights

While New River Heights isn't home to many top sights, Ted Mackorell Soccer Complex and Boone Mall are some notable places to visit nearby.

New River Heights
Quality Inn & Suites Boone - University Area
Quality Inn & Suites Boone - University Area
2.5 out of 5
840 E King Street, Boone, NC
The price is ¥10,806 per night from Apr 4 to Apr 5
¥10,806
per night
Apr 4 - Apr 5
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Boone. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,005 reviews)
No frills stay
"Hotel was clean. No frills, but was not unexpected. Continental breakfast minimal compared to some. TV had lines going through it. When we checked out, the front office person stated she had not record of us being there and then we were billed on 2 different credit cards. All has been corrected, ..."

Reviewed on Mar 8, 2024

Quality Inn & Suites Boone - University Area
Graystone Lodge, Ascend Hotel Collection
Graystone Lodge, Ascend Hotel Collection
3 out of 5
2419 NC HWY 105 SOUTH, Boone, NC
The price is ¥13,348 per night from Mar 31 to Apr 1
¥13,348
per night
Mar 31 - Apr 1
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Boone. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (411 reviews)
"Great hotel. Wonderful breakfast and staff are extremely friendly. The room is spacious and very clean. Stay was wonderful except two things: crying baby in room next to us (hotel can’t help that) and we were on the second floor, with the parking lot right at our window. Trucks were either fueling ..."

Reviewed on Mar 27, 2024

Graystone Lodge, Ascend Hotel Collection
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Boone University
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Boone University
2.5 out of 5
165 Highway 105 Extension, Boone, NC
The price is ¥13,484 per night from Mar 31 to Apr 1
¥13,484
per night
Mar 31 - Apr 1
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Boone. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
"clean room"

Reviewed on Mar 25, 2024

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Boone University
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Rustic Retreat on Private 5 acres with Trout Stream
Rustic Retreat on Private 5 acres with Trout Stream
Boone
Stay at this family-friendly cabin in Boone. Enjoy free WiFi, a sauna, and onsite parking. Popular attractions Tweetsie Railroad and Turchin Center for the Visual ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (42 reviews)
Best place ever!
"Property was as described , interior really well done bedrooms super comfy can’t wait to come back!"

Reviewed on Mar 27, 2024

Rustic Retreat on Private 5 acres with Trout Stream
Incredible Views, Arcade, Spa, Theatre @ NC's most amazing home
Incredible Views, Arcade, Spa, Theatre @ NC's most amazing home
Boone
Stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Boone. Enjoy free WiFi, a sauna, and onsite parking. Popular attractions Bolick Family Pottery and The Blowing ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (10 reviews)
Amazing Mountain Home
"We had a group of 20 including 12 kids ranging in age from 8-16. This home is absolutely incredible. There is an abundance of activities for all ages. Our kids loved all of the arcade games. The adults spent most of our time taking in the amazing views from the deck, kitchen and family room, as well ..."

Reviewed on Mar 17, 2024

Incredible Views, Arcade, Spa, Theatre @ NC's most amazing home
120 Yr Old Cabin, great couple/family get away
120 Yr Old Cabin, great couple/family get away
Boone
Stay at this family-friendly cabin in Boone. Enjoy onsite parking, a garden, and an in-room DVD player. Popular attractions Howard Knob County Park and Rich ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (252 reviews)
Rest and relaxing
"This cabin provides peaceful seclusion from the every day world. It's mountain location provides access to streams, hiking paths and a lovely front porch to sit and relax. We have stayed here 2 times and plan on returning. Great communication with the owner. Check in/ check out was very easy."

Reviewed on Mar 18, 2024

120 Yr Old Cabin, great couple/family get away
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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