Attractions in Franklin, North Carolina
Amusements
Cowee Bald Fire Tower 828-524-3161
Cowee Creek Road
An active fire tower used by the North Carolina Division of Forest Resources, this unique fire tower provides some of the best scenic and breathtaking views of three... more infoFactory, The 828-349-8888
1024 Georgia Road, Franklin, NC 28734
The Factory features over 100 arcade games, the region’s largest go cart track, laser tag, indoor mini golf, a kid’s play area, and more. more infoFun Factory, The 828-349-8888
1024 Georgia Road, Franklin, NC 28734
Located on Highway 441
The Factory is the place for games, mini-golf, bowling, go-carts, laser tag, big screen TV's, party rooms, a great dining experience, and more. more info map
Museums & Galleries
Franklin Gem and Mineral Museum 828-369-7831
25 Phillips Street, Franklin, NC 28734
Located in the historic old jail on the square in Franklin, this museum features exhibits related to gems, minerals, and mining. There are displays of specimens from... more info mapMacon County Historical Society & Museum 828-524-9758
36 West Main Street, Franklin, NC 28734
Displays on education, the Civil War, early medicine, textiles, photography, and the local history and genealogy of Macon County can be found in this museum that is... more info mapMCAA Uptown Gallery 828-349-4607
30 East Main Street, Franklin, NC 28734
Located in Downtown Franklin
Founded to further the pursuit, understanding, and appreciation of art in Macon County, this association offers workshops, classes, and programs throughout the year.... more info mapRuby City Gems & Minerals 828-524-3967
130 East Main Street, Franklin, NC 28734
"The World's Largest Sapphire" weighing 385-pounds as well as one of the largest gem quality rubies found in the area (162 carats) are on display at Ruby City Gems &... more info mapScottish Tartans Museum & Heritage Center 828-524-7472
86 East Main Street, Franklin, NC 28723
Located in Downtown Franklin
This museum contains the official registry of all publicly known tartans and is the American extension of the Scottish Tartans Society in Edinburgh, Scotland. Displays... more info mapWilderness Taxidermy & Outfitters 828-524-3677
5040 Highland Road, Franklin, NC 28734
An art wildlife museum, Wilderness Taxidermy is a unique 5,000 square foot facility that features a museum, wildlife art gallery, and a working studio. Treasures from... more info map
National Parks & Natural Wonders
Cherokee Ruby & Sapphire Mine 828-349-2941
41 Cherokee Mine Road off Ruby Mine Road, Franklin, NC 28734
At the Cherokee Mine, their gem dirt is not "salted" or "enriched" with semi-precious stones. They are one of the last native gemstone only mines open to the public. more infoCowee Mountain Ruby Mine 828-369-5271
6771 Sylva Road, Franklin, NC 28734
Cowee Mountain Ruby Mine is open seven days a week March 1st until December 15th. Their 150-foot covered flume is covered and lighted and their gift shop features 14k... more info mapCullasaja Falls
U.S. 64, Franklin, NC 28734
Located 11 Miles East of Franklin
Part of the Mountain Water Scenic Byway, this beautiful waterfall is located on the Cullasaja River in the lower part of the Cullasaja Gorge. It cascades over... more info mapGold City Gem Mine 828-369-3905
9410 Sylvia Road, Franklin, NC 28734
Gold City offers a day full of fun and excitement for the whole family. Mine in their covered flume - rain or shine. Take all mined stones into their jeweler for gem... more infoMason Mountain Mine and Cowee Gift Shop 828-524-4570
5315 Bryson City Road, Franklin, NC 28734
Located 5.5 Miles North on Highway 28 North
Enjoy the experience of finding your own gemstone at this mine that offers a great selection of gems and minerals. A complete gem and gift shop is on site. more infoMason's Ruby & Sapphire Mine 828-369-9742
6961 Upper Burningtown Road, Franklin, NC 28734
Dig your own dirt for native stones at this mine that offers assistance to beginners with all tools supplied, plus features picnic tables and a covered flume in a cool,... more info mapRose Creek Mine Rock & Gift Shop 828-349-3774
115 Terrace Ridge Drive, Franklin, NC 28734
Rose Creek Mine is one of three state licensed gem mines in Macon County. Here you can find rubies, sapphires, garnets, amethysts, citrine, moonstone, topaz, smoky... more info mapSheffield Mine 828-369-8383
385 Sheffield Farms Road, Franklin, NC 28734
This mining facility offers a native mine for true rock hounds, as well as an enriched mine for children. Star Rubies and Star Sapphires can be found here and the site... more info map
Vineyards, Wineries & Breweries
Calaboose Cellars 828-321-2006
565 Aquone Road, Andrews, NC 28901
A small, free-standing winery in western North Carolina. They produce dry wines, sweet wines, country wines, and dessert wines. They also feature a brew house where you... more info map
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