The gateway to the Smokies has a mountain of small-town charm and stunning views.
Around Town
Around Town: Roanoke Island
Discover mystery and history on this beautiful Outer Banks island.
Around Town: Southport
This coastal town begs to be explored by air, land, and sea.
Around Town: Hillsborough
This small town on the Eno River might fly under the radar in comparison to its bigger neighbors, Durham and Chapel Hill, but its history and charm set it apart.
Around Town: Southern Pines
Shop for handmade creations, take a peek into the past, and play a round in this paradise in the pines.
Around Town: Highlands
Whether you fill up your shopping bag on Main Street or your backpack for outdoor adventures, this upscale mountain town is a welcoming escape.
Around Town: Wilkes
Two towns with a common heritage of music, moonshine, and mountain biking are the perfect base for exploring the wealth of beauty and culture that this county has to offer.
Around Town: Fayetteville
From a night at the theater to a day spent beside — or zip-lining above — the Cape Fear River, there are plenty of unexpected things to see and do in this historic Army town in the Sandhills.
Around Town: Mebane
There’s more to this Alamance County community than what you can see from Interstate 40. Leave the eight-lane behind and discover what you’ve been missing in Mebane.
