Boone Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Boone
Boone
Boone
Boone
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 amphitheatre 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 organised at the Boone Visitor Information Centre 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 kilometres) 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 kilometres) through Virginia and North Carolina along the Appalachian Mountains.

Where to stay in Boone

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Downtown Boone Historic District

While there might not be top attractions in Downtown Boone Historic District, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Kidd Brewer Stadium and Horn in the West.

Downtown Boone Historic District
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Panorama Estates

Panorama Estates might not have many top sights, but Tweetsie Railroad and Mystery Hill are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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 Horn in the West are some notable places to visit nearby.

New River Heights
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Boone University

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Boone University

3 out of 5
165 Highway 105 Extension, Boone, NC
The price is ₹9,410 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
₹9,410
₹10,610 total
20 Jul - 21 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Boone. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and Wi-Fi (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
"Close to the University. Nice people and convenient. 10-15 minute drive to Blowing Rock...and basically inexpensive."

Reviewed on 10 Jul 2025

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Boone University
Graystone Lodge, Ascend Hotel Collection

Graystone Lodge, Ascend Hotel Collection

3 out of 5
2419 NC HWY 105 South, Boone, NC
The price is ₹10,272 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
₹10,272
₹11,582 total
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Boone. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (993 reviews)
"Nice"

Reviewed on 11 Jul 2025

Graystone Lodge, Ascend Hotel Collection
Home2 Suites By Hilton Boone

Home2 Suites By Hilton Boone

3 out of 5
280 E. King Street, Boone, NC
The price is ₹11,600 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
₹11,600
₹13,079 total
4 Aug - 5 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Boone. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Tweetsie Railroad and Daniel Boone Native ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (52 reviews)
"Clean. Great breakfast."

Reviewed on 12 Jul 2025

Home2 Suites By Hilton Boone
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.
Long Cove Resort & Marina

Long Cove Resort & Marina

3 out of 5
14629 Rainbarrel Rd, Charlotte, NC
Stay at this 3-star beach cabin in Charlotte. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Popular attractions Carowinds Theme Park and Oakton are located ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (179 reviews)
"Its a very colorful place the cabins are perfect. I have stayed a couple times and never been disappointed. The fireworks are the best in the area. I am going back and stay a week."

Reviewed on 4 Jul 2025

Long Cove Resort & Marina
Atlantic Beach Resort, a Ramada by Wyndham

Atlantic Beach Resort, a Ramada by Wyndham

3 out of 5
715 W. Fort Macon Rd., Atlantic Beach, NC
Stay at this 3-star beach aparthotel in Atlantic Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,212 reviews)
Stay at AB resort
"We've stayed at AB resort before and had a certain type room. We were expecting same type of room, but got a different type room that was a bit cramped for four but it worked ok. Also they've started charging for parking at the resort, which is kind of odd and unnecessary, but it is what it is."

Reviewed on 13 Jul 2025

Atlantic Beach Resort, a Ramada by Wyndham
stayAPT Suites Charlotte North

stayAPT Suites Charlotte North

4 out of 5
9655 Statesville Rd, Charlotte, NC
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Charlotte. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Northlake Mall and ...
7.6/10 Good! (66 reviews)
"This was a brand new facility that was working out the construction bugs. Staff was super!"

Reviewed on 13 Jun 2025

stayAPT Suites Charlotte North
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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