In or around Boone, North Carolina, there are 10 free or inexpensive things to do, including 55 distinct kinds of low-cost pursuits including Rafting, Specialty Museums, Gardens, and Specialty Shops.

There are several reasonably priced attractions in Boone and adjacent towns within 25 miles, including Blowing Rock, Banner Elk, West Jefferson, and Linville, ranging from The Greenway Trail to Daniel Boone Native Gardens.

The Greenway Path

The Greenway Path is a trail network that passes through Greenway Park in Boone, North Carolina. While some of the pathways allow joggers, others are just for walkers. The park is a well-liked location for weddings and other events, but the paths are still accessible.

Daniel Boone Native Plant Garden

The Daniel Boone Native Plant Garden spans 3 acres and has more than 100 native plant species. The garden hosts festivals, classes on photography, and escorted nature walks.

Magic Mountain Mini Golf & Arcade

Magic Mountain Mini Golf & Arcade focuses on providing family enjoyment. The facility has a thrilling miniature golf course, go karts, a kiddie playground, bumper boats, laser tag, and a large video game arcade.

Appalachians by Horseback – Private Tours

Customers may take a magnificent horseback ride across the Appalachian hillsides and down dirt roads with Appalachians by Horseback – Private Tours. A picnic lunch and a memory card with all of your ride-related photos are included in the trip.

Foggy Mountain Gem mine

Jewelry enthusiasts and rock seekers shouldn’t pass up the chance to visit the Foggy Mountain Gem mine. Visitors take pleasure in digging for and tumbling their own stones, learning about local minerals, and browsing the extensive collection of jewelry, exhibit samples, and precious stones at Foggy Mountain.

Mast General Store Old Boone Mercantile

Store at Mast in North Carolina In Boone, North Carolina, there is a beautiful store called Old Boone Mercantile. The three-floor store, which is decorated in the style of the charming general stores of yesteryear, offers a riot of sweets, trinkets, and regional artifacts.

The Children’s Playhouse

A place where kids may play is called The Children’s Playhouse. The facility has a number of interactive displays and play spaces. A train table, puppet theater, music and drama corner, construction zone, and arts and crafts studio are a few of the attractions.

Regal Boone Cinema 7

Regal Boone Cinema 7, a seven-screen cinema, using digital projection and RealD 3D to show first-run features. The theater has a gaming area, a snack bar with food and beverages, self-service and mobile ticketing options.

Sky Valley Zip Tours

The thrilling activity of zip lining at Sky Valley Zip Tours is a wonderful way to see the stunning Blowing Rock, North Carolina. All safety equipment is provided, and visitors receive training from knowledgeable staff members as part of the zip charge. Customers must be at least 10 years old and weigh no more than 250 pounds.

Blowing Rock

In addition to lodging, the Blowing Rock has a number of family-friendly attractions, such Tweetsie Railroad. Along with distinctive downtown stores and restaurants, Blowing Rock offers outdoor activities including hiking, bicycling, spelunking, and bouldering.

Conclusion

Our Quality Inn & Suites® University hotel, nestled in the picturesque Blue Ridge Mountains, provides an economical and pet-friendly location to stay just minutes from downtown Boone. Our hotel is conveniently located on King Street and provides an excellent base for exploring this beautiful and scenic mountain area.