Title: Things to Do in Banner Elk in 2026 | Expedia.com [Banner Elk Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Banner-Elk.dx10821)[Hotels in Banner Elk](https://expedia.com/Banner-Elk-Hotels.d10821.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Banner Elk](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Banner-Elk.d10821.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Car Rentals in Banner Elk](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Banner-Elk.d10821.Car-Rental-Guide)[Banner Elk Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Banner-Elk.d10821.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Things to do in Banner Elk ## Find and book activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Banner Elk Types of activities Where to stay [Banner Elk Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Banner-Elk.dx10821) ![Colorful North Carolina Blue Ridge Mountains sunset in Autumn from Sugar Mountain ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/10821/7f49dcb3-5b62-49ca-ab8a-d121617ca86f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Colorful North Carolina Blue Ridge Mountains sunset in Autumn from Sugar Mountain ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/10821/7f49dcb3-5b62-49ca-ab8a-d121617ca86f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Adobe](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/10821/d291464c-41a6-4272-8700-33db57abfa45.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Adobe](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/10821/79885341-9ea2-45d2-a511-f055edce0de3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Adobe](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/10821/2fea3ebb-0496-4e23-b7fc-6ebd1ec7ba87.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ### Banner Elk Attractions There's something quite special about smaller cities. Whether you're on your way to Banner Elk for a couple of days or you're planning on staying longer, you'll quickly fall in love with this destination. In fact, with so many thrilling things to do and extraordinary attractions to enjoy, you mightn't want to leave! If you're ready to discover the best of Banner Elk, join one of the top [tours & day trips](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/en/search?rid=10821&rfrr=ATG.LP.BodyContent&categories=ToursDayTrips) on offer, and let an expert show you some of the most popular sites. 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[Book now](https://expedia.com/deals?rfrr=ACTIVITIES_SPRING_PROMO_10821) ## Recommended things to do in Banner Elk | Number of things to do | 3 | | ------------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Blowing Rock Scavenger Hunt and Escape Game](/things-to-do/blowing-rock-scavenger-hunt-and-escape-game.a50864400.activity-details): $10 | | Top 5 things to do | [Blowing Rock Scavenger Hunt and Escape Game](/things-to-do/blowing-rock-scavenger-hunt-and-escape-game.a50864400.activity-details)[Boone, NC Walking Food and History Tour](/things-to-do/boone-nc-walking-food-and-history-tour.a51516692.activity-details)[Grandfather Mountain Private Wine & Dine Tour from Asheville](/things-to-do/little-switzerland-private-wine-dine-tour-from-asheville.a48993821.activity-details) | | Under $25 | [Blowing Rock Scavenger Hunt and Escape Game](/things-to-do/blowing-rock-scavenger-hunt-and-escape-game.a50864400.activity-details) | | With kids | | ## What to do in Banner Elk - For free - With kids ### Free Things to Do in Banner Elk A visit to Banner Elk need not cost a fortune. You can leave your wallet at home if you check out: **Grandfather Trout Farm** \- If you love animals, don't return home without spending time here. **Lees-McRae College** \- Get ready to feel like you've taken a step back in time while roaming around this historic site. ### Things to Do in Banner Elk with Kids Banner Elk boasts loads of close by fun things to do for you and the kids. Our [family friendly experiences](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/en/search?rid=10821&rfrr=ATG.LP.BodyContent&categories=Family%20Friendly) will keep the gang happy for days. --- Looking for sports, concerts, or theater events in Banner Elk? [Search event tickets](https://www.expedia.com/event-tickets/) to see what's happening today, or to plan what to do this weekend! --- --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Banner Elk ![Banner Elk, North Carolina highway road street in city town by Sugar and Beech Mountain ski resorts with view of Grandfather Mountain State Park in sunny morning ridge peak](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621561662058/61d8e7b6-7f4b-4dd8-8f89-2d01c5d15e77.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Beech Mountain Resort 4.5/5(113 reviews) Hit the slopes in Banner Elk with a visit to Beech Mountain Resort. Discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area, or enjoy its hiking trails. [](https://expedia.com/Beech-Mountain-Resort-Banner-Elk.d553248621561662058.Vacation-Attraction) ![Yellow brick road Beech Mountain, North Carolina](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621561871804/a7a6c413-1fc9-455a-9344-63aab048035f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Land of Oz 4.5/5(29 reviews) Enjoy a fun-filled day at Land of Oz during your visit to Beech Mountain. Discover the area's mountain views, or seek out its ski slopes. [](https://expedia.com/Land-Of-Oz-Banner-Elk.d553248621561871804.Vacation-Attraction) ![Time to make some wine! ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532657205/6b8d9529-7c7a-45fd-bec5-d7b11fe30081.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Grandfather Vineyard & Winery You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Grandfather Vineyard & Winery during your travels to Banner Elk. Discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area, or enjoy its hiking trails. [](https://expedia.com/Grandfather-Vineyard-Winery-Banner-Elk.d553248621532657205.Vacation-Attraction) ![This is the headstone of Banner Elk, North Carolina. This elk has been in the town forever, but this past year the elk has been refurbished and installed as the centerpiece of the town. This elk frames Appalachia in the sense of this small town pride in the mountains. In the background you can see the historic elementary school and rolling mountains and once again the North Carolina pride of the state flag surrounding this elk even though about 100ft to the right there is another flagpole with the same flags raised high and proud. This is where every child in this town went to school in this picturesque location but as time rolls on is Appalachia move on too? #appalachianechoes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/10821/43d8e3a4-45db-4b8d-a710-8a970ef6997f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### The Greene The Greene is just one of the places to see in Banner Elk, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? [](https://expedia.com/The-Greene-Downtown.d975495477833666560.Vacation-Attraction) ![Throughout my childhood I spent so much time at this park. I always remember of thinking of it as the park in the middle of the mountains. What I never noticed as a child was how every single aspect of this park was planned out and put there for a reason. Likewise before studying the photographic image I had never thought about how we construct a image and its affordances and constraints. One thing I really want to point out in this image is that while we have this beautiful park there is a huge ugly pipe in the middle of the photograph. It is part of the necessity of the planning of the park, just like the frame is a necessity of an image. We sometimes want to forget it is there but it is a necessary part of an image and still has meaning. #appalachianechoes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/10821/b54ab56c-1521-40d6-a4f9-9bcb4b82d501.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Tate-Evans Park You can learn about the history of Banner Elk when you stop by Tate-Evans Park. Discover the area's mountain views, or seek out its ski slopes. [](https://expedia.com/Tate-Evans-Park-Banner-Elk.d950930577341988864.Vacation-Attraction) #### Sugar Mountain Resort 4.5/5(161 reviews) Hit the slopes in Sugar Mountain with a visit to Sugar Mountain Resort. Discover the area's mountain views, or seek out its hiking trails. [](https://expedia.com/Sugar-Mountain-Resort-Banner-Elk.d6321090.Vacation-Attraction) #### Hawksnest Tubing Park 4/5(54 reviews) Hit the slopes in Seven Devils with a visit to Hawksnest Tubing Park. Discover the area's mountain views, or seek out its hiking trails. [](https://expedia.com/Hawksnest-Tubing-Park-Banner-Elk.d6162849.Vacation-Attraction) #### Banner Elk Winery 4.5/5(37 reviews) You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Banner Elk Winery during your travels to Banner Elk. Discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area, or enjoy its ski slopes. [](https://expedia.com/Banner-Elk-Winery-Banner-Elk.d553248621532657202.Vacation-Attraction) #### Lees-McRae College 4.5/5(37 reviews) Enjoy the collegiate vibe when you visit Lees-McRae College, during your travels in Banner Elk. Discover the area's mountain views, or seek out its hiking trails. [](https://expedia.com/Lees-McRae-College-Banner-Elk.d6180387.Vacation-Attraction) ### Discover the most popular landmarks and neighborhoods in Banner Elk ![From the top of Sugar Mountain looking at Tyne Castle in Banner Elk North Carolina Blue Ridge Mountains](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976468538/0ffa27a3-d723-4353-b5b7-5aab85f7dedf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Tynecastle If you're spending some time in Tynecastle, Grandfather Mountain State Park and Watauga River are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.com/Banner-Elk-Tynecastle.dx553248635976468538) ![Appalachia, where patriotism lives on. A lot of times we stereotype Appalachia to be very proud of their country and the south. This photo captures small town mainstreet flag pole. In Banner Elk there is one stoplight and on that main street is our American flag flying high with the rolling mountains in the background. The highlight of this small town is the 4th of July. This image just reminds me of how the town comes to life to be all American on that day. #appalachianechoes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/10821/6838b4b5-1fe0-4aed-bbfd-12d44439a904.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Downtown While visiting Downtown, you might make a stop by sights like Elk Statue and Tate-Evans Park. [](https://expedia.com/Banner-Elk-Downtown.dx975495197446537216) ![Blue Ridge Parkway, scenic autumn view, Grandfather Mountain, North Carolina](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976482043/4ded4102-acab-466f-a829-2d294a0d16a8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Charter Hills While there might not be top attractions in Charter Hills, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Beech Mountain Resort and Land of Oz. [](https://expedia.com/Banner-Elk-Charter-Hills.dx553248635976482043) ![blue ridge mountains near mount mitchell and cragy gardens](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000379010/09a477d2-4041-43ea-b1a8-219795d2baeb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Mill Ridge While Mill Ridge might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Grandfather Vineyard & Winery and Julian Price Park. [](https://expedia.com/Boone-Mill-Ridge.dx553248635976470982) [See our Where To Stay guide](https://expedia.com/Banner-Elk.dx10821.Where-To-Stay?rfrr=TG.LP..Neighborhoods) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Popular day trips from Banner Elk ![Grandfather Mountain showing mountains and forests](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6162851/3bcf4c2b-299b-4268-a3f7-e548a979f5a8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Blowing Rock ![Grandfather Mountain showing a suspension bridge or treetop walkway as well as an individual male](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6162851/1382e0db-4075-4796-b6f3-d6341392c1e1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Linville ![S072H2 Fall color at Buckeye Lake, Beech Mountain, N.C.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/183740/5568c11c-6b68-4189-9954-7b7749cceb6d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Beech Mountain ![Another #hiddentreasure of Appalachia is this view from Vilas Overlook. I managed to snap a picture at the perfect time—the leaves are changing colors, the goldenrod is in full-bloom, and the cloudy sky is covering the hills like a blanket. That’s right—not even the cloudy skies can diminish the incredible view that this is. I found it on my way to Trashcan Falls, and it is up a dirt road. The view was different than other overlooks like Thunderhill and Howard’s Knob in my opinion because this one was nestled right in a residential area. You can even see the house I had to park above to get this shot! Luckily it was a lazy Sunday and nobody seemed to notice I was there—they were all probably napping after church! #appalachianechoes #vilas #overlook #appalachia #mountains](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/500725/5adfed9e-b6a9-496d-90ab-e3242102c394.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Vilas ![Winter waterfall near Blue Ridge and Boone](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/601125/a10ced45-5361-414c-a08b-fd497e67faa0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Seven Devils ![A small but wonderful park to stop at if you are in the area. There are several small waterfalls that are within short walking distance from the parking area. View a video of Waterfalls Park here: https://www.hdcarolina.com/episode/waterfalls-park #Green](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6047700/af43db3d-2b38-488f-9a75-d955adb07bbb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Newland ![Back Country Road Farm near Valle Crucis in Autumn North Carolina](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6050035/0da7426c-9b30-42c7-9454-507a30f862c1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Valle Crucis ![Boone](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6058523/7eae6c98-a51f-4cd2-8540-a2633a6388a3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Boone ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Banner Elk worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Banner Elk? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Banner Elk? ### Is three days enough to stay in Banner Elk? ### Is Banner Elk a walkable city? ### What are some activities to do in Banner Elk with kids? ### What to do in Banner Elk for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Banner Elk? ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save even more - get up to 20% on select hotels when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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