Museum of North Carolina Minerals Tours

Connect with the culture vulture within at Museum of North Carolina Minerals. See if any guided tours are available or ask museum staff for tips on some highlights.

Located in Spruce Pine, this museum is well worth a visit. But you'll find plenty more to discover in the area. Pisgah National Forest, The Orchard at Altapass, and Table Rock Trail are within easy reach of Museum of North Carolina Minerals.

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Fairway Forest

Fairway Forest

3.5 out of 5
Save 100% on your flight
Price was $567, price is now $318 per person
$318
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Dec 25 - Dec 30
found 19 hours ago
Roundtrip flight included
Miami (MIA) to Asheville (AVL)
8.8/10 Excellent! (287 reviews)
We've stayed here a number of times. Always friendly and a pleasure to deal with. The renivated rooms were a nice surprise too!

Reviewed on Nov 13, 2025

Best Western Asheville Blue Ridge Parkway

Best Western Asheville Blue Ridge Parkway

2.5 out of 5
Price was $973, price is now $636 per person
$636
per person
Jan 7 - Jan 11
found 6 hours ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Dallas (DFW) to Asheville (AVL)
17.6/10 Exceptional! (1,010 reviews)
The staff were all great and room was very clean.

Reviewed on Nov 17, 2025

SKYLARANNA Resort & Spa

SKYLARANNA Resort & Spa

3.5 out of 5
Price was $1,134, price is now $744 per person
$744
per person
Jan 7 - Jan 11
found 6 hours ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Dallas (DFW) to Asheville (AVL)
16.4/10 Exceptional! (338 reviews)
Even though I only stayed for one night, I really enjoyed it it’s a quiet and convenient escape from the city. I’d definitely stay again!

Reviewed on Nov 12, 2025

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Linville Gorge Wilderness Area

5/5(8 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Linville Gorge Wilderness Area, a lovely green space in Marion. Discover the mountain views and breweries in this relaxing area.

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Parkway Flea & Farmers Market

You can search for that perfect souvenir at Parkway Flea & Farmers Market during your trip to Spruce Pine. Discover the area's mountain views and restaurants.

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The Orchard at Altapass

You can take time to visit The Orchard at Altapass during your travels to Spruce Pine. Discover the mountain views and breweries in this relaxing area.

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Springmaid Mountain

Springmaid Mountain

3 out of 5
2171 Henredeon Road, Spruce Pine, NC
Springmaid Mountain
Mount Mitchell Eco Retreat

Mount Mitchell Eco Retreat

2.5 out of 5
430 Otter Rock Rd., Burnsville, NC
Mount Mitchell Eco Retreat
Super 8 by Wyndham Marion NC

Super 8 by Wyndham Marion NC

2 out of 5
4281 Highway 221 South, Marion, NC
Super 8 by Wyndham Marion NC
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Marion by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Marion by IHG

2.5 out of 5
279 KADIRE DRIVE, Marion, NC
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Marion by IHG
The Pineola

The Pineola

2.5 out of 5
3085 Linville Falls Hwy, Newland, NC
The Pineola
Hampton Inn Marion

Hampton Inn Marion

2.5 out of 5
3560 U.S. 221 South, Marion, NC
Hampton Inn Marion
Hampton Inn Black Mountain

Hampton Inn Black Mountain

2.5 out of 5
306 Black Mountain Avenue Black Mountain NC
Hampton Inn Black Mountain
Super 8 by Wyndham Black Mountain

Super 8 by Wyndham Black Mountain

2 out of 5
101 Flat Creek Rd Black Mountain NC
Super 8 by Wyndham Black Mountain
The Highlands at Sugar

The Highlands at Sugar

3 out of 5
2173 Sugar Mountain Drive Banner Elk NC
The Highlands at Sugar
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