Welcome to Dillsboro, an enchanting historic town tucked away in the breathtaking Blue Ridge Mountains! Here, you'll discover delightful shops, mouthwatering dining options, cozy lodging, and traditional events that will make your visit unforgettable. Stepping into Dillsboro feels like a magical journey back in time, where the charm of century-old storefronts and inviting inns creates the perfect backdrop for creating new memories!

Explore our unique shops!

Discover the delightful charm of Dillsboro's shops, where everything from handmade chocolates to locally crafted arts come together for an unforgettable shopping experience! Our historic storefronts warmly welcome you to explore and uncover the perfect gift for any occasion!

The Artsy Olive

Olive Oil and Balsamic Boutique featuring flavor infused Extra Virgin Olive and Balsamic Vinegar, as well as Soup & Dip Mixes and other specialty foods. Our oils are single-sourced from a four generation Greek family, and very high in polyphenols. One taste, and you'll never buy grocery store olive oil again!

Artsy Olive

Carolina Southern Peddler

Find treasures within a friendly affordable store offering vintage, new and in-between items for you entire home.

Carolina Southern Peddler

The Corn Crib

A family owned business since 1983! Offering unique gifts, handmade treasures, home decor and old fashioned candy. This is the shop with a little bit of everything!

Corn Crib

Dillsboro Chocolate Factory

Handmade fine chocolates, fudge, jerky, coffee and espresso. Family owned and operated, we take great pride in our products as well as our relationship with guests and our helpful staff! We look forward to seeing you in our store.

Dillsboro Chocolate Factory

Dogwood Crafters

Formed in 1976, this craft cooperative houses the work of an average of 100 local craftsmen in an everchanging display of creativity, imagination and skill. Rarely does a visitor fail to find something for the hard to please!

Dogwood Crafters

The Fox's Burrow

Specializing in unique "gifts of nature" for adults and children based on the rivers, mountains and forests of NC. If you love outdoor activities or just need a special gift, come check out The Fox's Burrow!

The Fox's Burrow

Magnolia Jewelry

Open since 2008, we have a huge selection of affordably-priced high fashion jewelry, silver jewelry, native gemstones, and attractive fashion accessories.

Nancy Tut's Christmas Shop

Thousands of Christmas ornaments! Something for everyone on your list. We carry Old World Christmas, Christopher Radko, Mark Roberts, Egyption Museum glass and much more!

Nancy Tut's Christmas Shop

Tunnel Moutain Crafts

Tunnel Mountain Crafts is a place for artisans to display and sell their crafts. We have over 60 local artists specializing in POTTERY, fiber art, woodwork, and so much more. Also offering local jams, jellies, sourwood and wildflower honey.

Tunnel Mountain Crafts

Horsefeathers Boutique

Local Goods - Gifts - Antiques - Furniture - Clothes - Jewelry & more! Come visit our shop, located in downtown Dillsboro, where we welcome all of our locals and travelers!

Horsefeathers

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Dine and Drink at Our Outstanding Establishments!

Dillsboro boasts amazing restaurants, a brewery and a wine bar, all open for your dining and imbibing pleasure!

Forager's Canteen

A farm-to-table, Farm-to-Soul experience of deliciously farm fresh, locally sourced, world cuisine in a fast, casual atmosphere. Take out or dine in. Fine wines, craft beer and cocktails.

Forager's Canteen

Innovation Station

Taproom and production facility for Innovation Brewing. Over 30 taps available offering craft beer, hard cider, wine and non-alcoholic beverages. Creekside seating as well as indoor seating.

Innovation Station

Kosta's Express

Diverse menu from Greek and Italian, RIbs, Burgers, Gyros and salads in a friendly atmosphere.

Kosta's Express

RNR (Rivers and Rails) Tavern

Serving an eclectic menu of nachos, sandwiches, brunch, tacos and much more. Wine, beer and cocktails available.

RNR Tavern

The Well House

Serving gourmet deli sandwiches since 1977. Homemade soups, wraps, our own smoked BBQ and delicious desserts. Dine in, take out, box lunches.

Well House

Quirky Birds Treehouse and Bistro

Pizzas, sandwiches, wraps, salads, black bean burgers and more. Casual atmosphere. Lunch and dinner, full bar, live music most weekends.

Quirky Birds

Enloe House Wine Bar

Savor exquisite vino at Enloe House Wine Bar in Historic Dillsboro, NC. Established in a charming 1885 building on Front Street and restored to its former glory in 2018, we offer an elegant fusion of past and present. Enjoy wines on tap while lounging in our indoor comforts or savor the evening air from our vintage porch seating.

Enloe Wine Bar

Haywood Smokehouse

Recognized on Yelp's Top 100 U.S. Restaurants of 2024, Haywood Smokehouse is renowned for its authentic Southern BBQ. The restaurant offers a variety of smoked meats, including ribs, brisket, pulled pork, and chicken, all cooked low and slow over hickory wood.

Haywood Smokehouse

Choose your lodging experience!

Dillsboro's accommodations range from historic homes to riverside hotels. Check them out below.

Accommodations

The Whistle Stop Inn

This historic farmhouse offers casually elegant accommodations. Free breakfast, WIFI, and covered parking. Walk to shopping and restaurants. Centrally located to rafting, fishing, WCU, Harrah's Casino and Great Smoky Mountains Railroad.

Whistle Stop Inn

The Reed House

A cozy 2-story, 2 bedroom/2 bath historic home in the center of Dillsboro. Updated with all the necessary modern necessities. A short walk to shops and restaurants. Pet friendly with fenced back yard.

Reed House

Dillsboro Inn

We welcome you to the Dillsboro Inn and invite you to join us on our whitewater Tuckasegee river in Jackson County, where the Blue Ridge Mountains meet the Smoky Mountains. Whether you are looking to spend relaxing “ river time “ on your riverside porch, our captivating shoreline beaches and garden walkways, or boating on the river, The Inn is the place for you! We are within walking distance to the Town of Dillsboro’s many restaurants and craft shops.

Dillsboro Inn

Best Western Plus River Escape

Deluxe riverside accommodations, scenic views, balconies and patios overlooking the river, full hot breakfast, indoor pool and spa.

Best Western River Escape

Holiday Inn Express

We keep it simple and smart! We offer everything guests need and provide more where it matters most. Full hot breakfast bar, heated indoor pool and spa.

Holiday Inn Express

The Applegate

The Applegate features townside luxury events & lodging, tucked in the corner of our own little railroad town. Whether you’re hoping to relax by the creek, watch the Great Smoky Mountain Railroad roll in and out of Dillsboro, or visit or local shops and dining options within walking distance, The Applegate is the perfect place to get away.

The Applegate

Services

From a church that predates Dillsboro to realtors ready to find that perfect property, Dillsboro has a host of services for visitors.

Jarrett Memorial Baptist Church

Blue Ridge Premier Realty

Visage Salon

Visage

Haircuts by Jill

Special Attractions

Dillsboro River Company

Mom-Approved Whitewater Rafting on the Tuckasegee River!
Welcome to Dillsboro River Company. We provide family-friendly whitewater rafting on the Tuckasegee River, just outside of Dillsboro, Sylva, and Bryson City, North Carolina. The Tuckasegee is the ideal river for first-time rafters, families with young children (minimum age limit is 4), and those who want more of a relaxing river trip with warmer water and the milder Class I & II rapids.

Dillsboro River Company

Appalachian Women's Museum

The first museum dedicated to gathering and sharing the stories of ordinary women, living extraordinary lives in the Southern Appalachian mountains.

Appalachian Women's Museum

Jackson County Green Energy Park

The Jackson County Green Energy Park (JCGEP) in Dillsboro is a fascinating arts facility that is powered by methane gas captured from the old town landfill. The fuel provides heat for blacksmith forges, metal foundry, pottery kiln and glassblowing. Located just a half mile from central artsy Dillsboro, their gallery features art made onsite by the resident artists. Watch artists at work.

JC Green Energy Park

Cherokee, NC

Are you ready for adventure?

A culture, a people, and a place that’s actually a sovereign nation, Cherokee is located right in the heart of Western North Carolina. It’s also base camp for hiking in the Great Smokies, arts and crafts shopping, native elk herd viewing, hours of fishing fun, and home to a history that spans millennia. Ready? Let’s go.

Visit Cherokee

Jackson County, NC

Your Great Escape-

The North Carolina Mountain Towns Of Cashiers, Cherokee, Dillsboro And Sylva!

You’re looking for a place that’s real and true and full of great things to do. And Jackson County, North Carolina, is the perfect spot. No matter what your idea of adventure is. All you have to do is jump right in. It’s all here, so come ready to Play On.

Discover Jackson County NC

Jackson County Chamber of Commerce

Bryson City/Swain County NC

With an abundance of public land, including the Great Smoky Mountains National Park and the Nantahala National Forest, there's so much of the outdoors to explore around Bryson City: hiking, waterfalls, whitewater rafting, train excursions, Fontana Lake, fishing streams, and many more family-friendly things to do.

Bryson City Chamber of Commers

Explore Bryson City

Annual Events

Dillsboro is your choice for long-standing family events that become traditions! Check our Facebook and Instagram pages for the most current updates as events approach.

Easter Hat Parade

Bring your most creative bonnet or chapeau and celebrate spring and Easter joy! This festival begins at 2 pm on the Saturday before Easter (April 19) at Town Hall on Front Street in Dillsboro. Pets are welcome!

Front Street Arts and Crafts Show

The Front Street Arts & Crafts Show features some of the best regional artisans. There are over 40 booths to display the hand-made craftsmanship of artists from around the region, along with family entertainment and festival food. This festival is the 3rd Saturday in July! (July 19)

Colorfest

Our artsy village welcomes the return of this popular festival with 40 demonstrating artists along Front Street and plenty of colorful creations. This favorite fall event is free to attend and held from 10 AM until 4 PM the first Saturday of October (Oct. 4)

Lights and Luminaries

Occurring on the first two weekends of December (Dec. 5,6,12,13), discover quaint Dillsboro during its Lights & Luminaries festival. With a small town Christmas charm, this enchanting tradition features 2,500 candles and twinkling white lights, carolers, welcoming open shops, live music, and a visit by Santa and Mrs. Claus.