We can’t wait to welcome you to Charlottesville & Albemarle County!
We operate 2 mobile visitor centers which frequent our most popular
attractions in the city & county. For where and when to find our 2  
mobile visitor centers each day, visit www.visitcharlottesville.org.

At the southern entrance/exit to Parkway. Home of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians. Museums, cultural and family attractions, motels, campgrounds, restaurants, shops, famous outdoor drama "Unto These Hills" and Harrah's Cherokee Casino. Complete information at downtown Visitor Center, PO Box 460, Cherokee, NC 28719. Web Page: www.cherokee-nc.com Toll-free (800) 438-1601.

A small community is in the heart of North Carolina Wine Country and home to some of NC’s premier wineries. Exit Parkway at MP 199.7 to I-77S exit 93. For more information visit: www.dobson-nc.com or call (336) 356-8962.

"Birthplace of American Democracy," two state parks, largest rhododendron gardens in U.S., oldest frame house in TN, 134' covered bridge. Enjoy the outdoors, camping, water sports & hiking. www.tourcartercounty.com. (423) 547-3850.

An energetic destination with outdoor adventures at South
Holston Lake and Dam, bass-fishing, racing action at Bristol Motor
Speedway, and find Bristol’s musical roots at the Birthplace of
Country Music Museum. ExploreBristol.com (423) 793-7503.

Come and experience the "Coolest" little community beside the Parkway. Convenient to the Parkway from I-77 at exit 8, Fancy Gap is among the top exits along the entire Parkway. Fancy Gap is the perfect place to start, end or just stretch your legs while cruising the Blue Ridge Parkway. Visit and shop Treasure Potts Antiques and Garden Shoppes for unique treasures and high quality antiques for your home. Dine at the nearby Gap Deli and enjoy only the freshest salads, soups and sandwiches. Elevate your golf game with a challenging round of mountain golf at Skyland Lakes Golf Club and relax with spectacular views right on the Parkway with an overnight stay at Fancy Gap Cabins, Campground and Motel. Let Fancy Gap envelop you with its charm and you’ll quickly learn why in Carroll County "It's Cooler in the Mountains™".

At MP 165, take Route 8 six miles to vibrant downtown Floyd. Enjoy a unique blend of new and heritage music, arts, shops, restaurants and spirits, with hiking & biking along 40 miles of the Parkway (MP 137-175); historic rock churches and heritage sites. www.VisitFloydVa.com (540) 745-4407.

US 23, 441, 64, NC 28. Gem and ruby mines. Scenic waterfalls. For more information on accommodations and attractions, please write or call the Franklin Area Chamber of Commerce, 98 Hyatt Rd, Franklin, NC 28734. (828) 524-3161 (800) 336-7829.

Franklin County is a distinct outdoor destination along the Blue Ridge Parkway. It is a landscape woven with miles of roads, trails, and waters perfect for adventures of all kinds. Bike along nearly 50 miles of local scenic byways. A paddlers’ paradise: you can paddle on one of five blueways, including Philpott Lake. Or spend the day boating on one of two lakes, including Smith Mountain Lake. Finish the day with a craft beverage at one of our fine wineries, breweries or distilleries! www.visitfranklincountyva.com (540) 483-3030.

SW VA Cultural Center - Visitor center, music venue, and
artisan marketplace. Gateway to regional crafts, music, &
outdoor fun! www.visitswva.org (276) 492-2400.

Located at Milepost 0, Front Royal is the stepping on and off point for a wonderful and spectacular Skyline Drive tour through the Shenandoah National Park and the Blue Ridge Parkway. (540) 635-5788. www.discoverfrontroyal.com

I-77 Exit 14 - 10 mi. W on Rt 58. Live radio show each Friday night from the Rex Theater. Downtown shops, area museum, New River Trail, August Old Fiddler's Convention, Crooked Road Historic Music Trail. www.visitgalax.com (276) 238-8130.

The Mountains are Calling and there's no better time to go to Gatlinburg, TN. It's the kind of place that brings people together and where memories are made around every corner. Come see why. www.gatlinburg.com

Grayson County Visitors Center - 107 E Main St. Independence VA, 24348. www.graysoncountyva.com (276) 773-8003.

Great Smoky Mountains Association - Operates National Park Visitor Centers in and around Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Individual and business memberships available. www.SmokiesInformation.org

Come explore the historic grounds of the Revolutionary War battlefields at Guilford Courthouse National Military Park. From one treasure to another, take a free tour of Replacements, Ltd. with over 13 million pieces of inventory. To pack in even more, spend time in our revitalized downtown - home to art galleries, theatres, restaurants, our minor league ballpark and exceptional historical museum. In the summer, be sure to cool off at Wet 'n Wild water park.  www.visitgreensboronc.com or (800) 344-2282.

Harrisonburg Virginia, 23 miles from Skyline Drive, on 33 West to visit us for shopping, museums, and local eateries. Plan your stay in historic Harrisonburg by visiting the Hardesty-Higgins House Visitor Center, open daily 9am-5pm. 212 S. Main St. A place "Where History and Hospitality Meet." (540) 432-8935 www.VisitHarrisonburgVA.com for information.

Maggie Valley / Waynesville / Lake Junaluska / Canton / Clyde. Authentic Appalachian, pure and simple. Featuring 46 miles of the Blue Ridge Parkway, The Wheels Through Time Museum, Cataloochee Ski Area, locally crafted beers, U-Pick farms, local music, and so much more. For more information visit: www.visitncsmokies.com or call (800) 334-9036.

Hendersonville is located 22 miles south of Asheville and Biltmore Estate. Escape from life's hectic pace to Flat Rock Playhouse - the State Theatre of NC, Carl Sandburg Home, and Dupont State Recreational Forest waterfalls. Venture to the many state and national forests with a variety of terrain for hiking or mountain biking. The area offers family activities for children of all ages. Historic downtown features interesting architecture, delightful shops, museums, and locally owned restaurants. Henderson County wineries, cideries, and breweries provide tours and tasting rooms. Henderson County is home to Sierra Nevada Brewing Company's east coast brewing operation. For a free Vacation Planner call (800) 828-4244 or visit www.visithendersonvillenc.org.