Fayetteville, NC

Travel Guide

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An important century-old military base is one of the major attractions in this North Carolina city but there’s also outdoor adventures and fascinating museums to enjoy. 

Fayetteville is situated in the scenic Cape Fear Valley in North Carolina. Besides one of the largest military bases in the United States, the city has attractions for the entire family. Watch paratroopers in training, go on a treetop adventure, spot wildlife and spend some time in museums and galleries.

Fayetteville was named after a French army officer who aided the Americans during the Revolutionary War and the city is still heavily associated with the army today. Fort Bragg was established in 1918 and employs about 40,000 military personnel. Take your foreign passport, or American ID card, and tour the army installation to learn more about its history and operations. See weapons, aircraft and uniforms from World War I to the present day at the 82nd Airborne Division War Memorial Museum. Go to the Sicily Drop Zone to watch paratroopers jump from planes as part of their training. 

Stretch your legs on Fayetteville’s miles of walking trails. One of the most popular walks is the Cape Fear River Trail, a 4-mile (6.4-kilometer) route through woods and marshes. Along the way you may see turtles, herons, crabs and otters. 

If you are feeling adventurous, fly through the treetops and over the Carver’s Falls waterfall on a zip line at the Zip Quest Waterfall and Treetop Adventure.

Discover more about Fayetteville by visiting museums and galleries that focus on its history, art and culture. The Museum of the Cape Fear Historical Complex is where you’ll find out about 400 years of the region’s cultural heritage. Purchase paintings, pottery and jewelry by local artists at Cape Fear Studios. Take the kids to Fascinate-U, a hands-on museum for children aged 12 and under.  

At night, see what’s on at the Cape Fear Regional Theater or watch the Fayetteville Symphony Orchestra at Fayetteville State University’s J. W. Seabrook Auditorium.

The Fayetteville Regional Airport provides flights to three major airline hubs within country and good highway connections to the other east coast attractions. Fayetteville has a subtropical climate and temperate winters, so you can enjoy its fine parks year-round.

Where to stay in Fayetteville

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Fort Bragg

You'll enjoy the live music and shopping in Fort Bragg. You might want to make time for a stop at Pope Army Airfield or Fort Bragg.

Fort Bragg
Fayetteville featuring a park and signage

Terry Sanford

4/5(562 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Terry Sanford, Lafayette Bowling Lanes and Cross Creek Mall are top sights worth seeing.

Terry Sanford
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Westover

3.5/5(11 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Westover, Cross Creek Mall and Fort Bragg are top sights worth seeing.

Westover
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Eastover

Eastover is well-liked for its restaurants. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Fayetteville area, you might plan a trip to Cape Fear Botanical Gardens or Baywood Golf Club.

Eastover
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Vander

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Vander and surrounding area, you can visit Baywood Golf Club and Cape Fear Botanical Gardens.

Vander
Fayetteville featuring a park and signage

Downtown Historic District

While visiting Downtown Historic District, you might make a stop by sights like Markethouse and Fayetteville Transportation Museum.

Downtown Historic District
Days Inn by Wyndham Fayetteville-South/I-95 Exit 49
Days Inn by Wyndham Fayetteville-South/I-95 Exit 49
2 out of 5
2111 Cedar Creek Rd, Fayetteville, NC
The price is ¥9,882 per night from Jul 10 to Jul 11
¥9,882
¥11,167 total
Jul 10 - Jul 11
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Fayetteville. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,595 reviews)
"We were there for college orientation and I have never been there but I did feel safe because I was by myself for a night. The staff was friendly."

Reviewed on Jul 1, 2025

Days Inn by Wyndham Fayetteville-South/I-95 Exit 49
Deluxe Inn Fayetteville - I-95 Exit 49
Deluxe Inn Fayetteville - I-95 Exit 49
2.5 out of 5
2123 Cedar Creek Rd, Fayetteville, NC
The price is ¥9,675 per night from Jul 8 to Jul 9
¥9,675
¥10,931 total
Jul 8 - Jul 9
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Fayetteville. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,391 reviews)
"Very clean and well maintained. Haven’t seen such quality in a long time"

Reviewed on Jul 4, 2025

Deluxe Inn Fayetteville - I-95 Exit 49
Comfort Inn Fayetteville near Fort Bragg
Comfort Inn Fayetteville near Fort Bragg
2.5 out of 5
1922 Skibo Road, Fayetteville, NC
The price is ¥11,543 per night from Jul 9 to Jul 10
¥11,543
¥13,044 total
Jul 9 - Jul 10
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Fayetteville. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,004 reviews)
"They are in the process of renovating the property, which it definitely needs. Great location, middle of everything. Lots of good food choices around."

Reviewed on Jul 5, 2025

Comfort Inn Fayetteville near Fort Bragg
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.
stayAPT Suites Fayetteville
stayAPT Suites Fayetteville
4 out of 5
4055 Sycamore Dairy Rd, Fayetteville, NC
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Fayetteville. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour fitness center. Popular attractions Cross Creek ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (4 reviews)
"It was a nice stay"

Reviewed on Jun 29, 2025

stayAPT Suites Fayetteville
⁂Your Cozy Home-Minutes to Base, 15min to Downtown ⁂
⁂Your Cozy Home-Minutes to Base, 15min to Downtown ⁂
Fayetteville
Stay at this vacation home in Fayetteville. Enjoy laundry facilities and air conditioning. Popular attractions Cross Creek Mall and Westover Recreation Center ...
6.4/10 (24 reviews)
Comfortable and Convenient
"This is a comfortable property in a safe neighborhood with a great host."

Reviewed on Apr 4, 2025

⁂Your Cozy Home-Minutes to Base, 15min to Downtown ⁂
Spacious home near downtown
Spacious home near downtown
Fayetteville
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Fayetteville. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Cross ...
10/10 Exceptional! (6 reviews)
Awesome
"Great place"

Reviewed on Jun 28, 2025

Spacious home near downtown
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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Reviews of Fayetteville

3.8
Guest rating
5 - Excellent
369
5 - Excellent 23%
4 - Good
688
4 - Good 44%
3 - Okay
416
3 - Okay 26%
2 - Disappointing
64
2 - Disappointing 4%
1 - Terrible
40
1 - Terrible 3%

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Be prepared. Everyone goes crazy fast on the roads

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

We stayed here during COVID and the hotel did a great job of accomodating the circumstances. Key cards deactivated a couple of times during our stay, which wasn't a HUGE, deal.. but they were limited to how many people they could assist at a time.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Tons of homeless in the area.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

City seemed nice

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

This is my hometown I love it

5/5 - Excellent

Mark

Home away from home.