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Discovering North Carolina in 1 Day

  1. 9:00AM: Wright Brothers National Memorial
    20 minutes (10.5 miles) from Kill Devil Hills

    Explore the site where Orville and Wilbur Wright accomplished the first powered flight in 1903. Walk through the exhibits at the visitor center, climb the hill to see a replica of the 1903 plane, and catch the ranger-led talks.

  2. 11:30AM: Elizabethan Gardens
    30 minutes (17.7 miles) from Wright Brothers National Memorial

    Stroll through the beautifully landscaped Elizabethan Gardens with a variety of blooming flowers and plants. Take a tour around the area or participate in one of the numerous educational programs that take place throughout the garden.

  3. 1:30PM: Carolina BBQ
    20 minutes (10.3 miles) from Elizabethan Gardens

    Treat yourself with the taste of Carolina barbecue that you can't find anywhere else. They offer pork BBQ, shrimp, fried green tomatoes, hushpuppies and many more southern dishes.

  4. 3:00PM: North Carolina Aquarium on Roanoke Island
    10 minutes (3.2 miles) from Carolina BBQ

    Learn about the marine life of North Carolina with live animal exhibits. Don't miss the interactive touch tank where you can gently touch a stingray.

  5. 5:00PM: Cape Hatteras Lighthouse
    35 minutes (22.6 miles) from North Carolina Aquarium on Roanoke Island

    Visit the tallest brick lighthouse in North America and enjoy the stunning view of the Atlantic Ocean. Take a tour inside or explore the nearby museum to learn about the lighthouse's history.

Recommendations

If you have the time, take a side trip to Jockey's Ridge State Park to see the tallest natural sand dune on the East Coast. You can also explore the nearby Pea Island National Wildlife Refuge, which is a great spot for bird watching and wildlife photography. Don't forget to check the weather forecast the night before and be prepared with sunscreen, comfortable shoes, water, and snacks.

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