Top 10 Day Trips for Spring

By TMoM Team Member Suzy Fielders

Spring is a great time to travel. The weather is nice, and everyone is likely ready to get over their wintertime cabin fever. Not to mention, day trips are a great way to take a break before finals, exams, and graduations.

Below are ten ideas for various day trips for Spring that your family is sure to love!

Mountains

Whether you want slightly cooler temperatures or gorgeous views, the mountains are nearby and provide multiple perfect destinations for day trips.

Here are a few places to not miss taking the family this Spring:

• Asheville
• Boone
• Blowing Rock
• Sparta
• Pilot Mountain
• Brevard

Amusement Parks

Looking for something thrilling? Then, be sure to check out one of the two amusement parks below!

• Tweetsie
• Carowinds

Small Towns

North Carolina is full of quaint but fun small towns. Each might be small, but they offer big fun! Here are a few ideas of places to venture out to with your family.

• Morganton
• Hillsborough
• Davidson
• Lexington
• Mt. Airy

Larger NC Cities

If you are looking for culture and places with a lot of options, then be sure to check out the three major NC cities below!

• Charlotte
• Raleigh
• Durham

South Carolina

Day trips don’t need to be contained to just North Carolina! Get up early and head south to the ‘other Carolina’. These three SC cities and towns have a variety of things to do!

• Rock Hill
• Columbia
• Hartsville

Stay Local

A day trip doesn’t mean you need to travel far. The Triad has plenty of awesome destinations to check out. There might even be things to see and do in your very own hometown that you’ve not experienced before. Below are just a few of the Triad cities and towns to check out this Spring.

• Greensboro
• Winston-Salem
• High Point
• Kernersville
• Clemmons
• Mocksville

Parks & Picnics

Pack a picnic and check out one of the many parks the Triad offers. Not sure which to visit? We’ve got a full list of parks and playgrounds on this directory.

Take a Hike

Another great option for a day trip is taking a hike. The Triad and surrounding areas have plenty of awesome hiking trails. Check out our hiking trails directory for some ideas on where to go!

Virginia

South Carolina isn’t the only nearby state that offers plenty of day trip options. Virginia is not a far drive and provides several fun spots to visit. The towns listed below are not too far of a drive and will give the family plenty to do.

• Roanoke
• Martinsville
• Danville
• Rocky Mount

See Some Animals

Finally, if your family loves animals than any of the destinations below make for a great day trip!

• Animal Park at the Conservators Center
• Zootastic Park
• North Carolina Zoo
• Kaleideum North
• Lazy 5 Ranch
• SEA LIFE Aquarium
• Greensboro Science Center
• Divine Llama Vineyards
• WNC Nature Center
• Tiger World

No matter which destination you choose from the list above, or maybe multiple ones, don’t forget to enjoy the time together as a family!

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