Feeling the Chill? Warm Up at These Winter Hot Spots!

Too Cold Out? Check out these Fun Spots instead!

Cherokee County Historical Museum
Escape indoors to the Cherokee County Historical Museum, filled with rich history on the Cherokee Indians, the blue marble court house, what downtown Murphy looked like in the 1950s and so much more! With so much history and knowledge you’ll easily lose track of time!

 

 

Grab a hot cup of Joe! 

From simple and black, to smooth and creamy, Cherokee County is sure to make your customized cup to perfection. With 4 locally owned coffee shops, you will have no shortage of caffeination and cozy cafe settings. Bring the whole family, or just your laptop for some production.

Crafted Dough– Downtown Murphy offering amazing doughnuts made from scratch, and boozy coffee.

Cups and Cones Cafe– Downtown Andrews offering a variety of specialty flavors and sweet treats!

Morning Fog– Downtown Andrews offering cozy vibes along with a full menu of savory food items.

Rarebird Emporium: Right outside of Downtown Murphy offering a drive thru along with featured items from local artisans, as well as vintage, repurposed, and new gifts.

 

 

Historic Henn Theatre 

Catch a flick at the Historic Henn Theatre! A unique way to experience the hottest releases, while soaking up the historic setting. This quaint setting, along with the rich memorabilia will be a hit for a family activity. Save room for some buttery popcorn!

 

Shop Marketplace Antiques
Get lost in Western Carolina’s largest consignment shop! Marketplace is open 7 days a week and has an array of antiques and hand crafted items, enjoy a look into the past through the maze of Marketplace Antiques.

 

 

The Murphy Art Center
Explore the MAC when the winter cold gets too fierce! The MAC offers several art galleries and various mediums such as sculptures, wood carving, painting, photography and so much more! All art has been created locally and if you find something you just can’t part with, most items are available for purchase.

 

 

Blue Ridge Olive Oil Company
Visit the Blue Ridge Olive Oil Company and explore their locally crafted selection of olive oils! With hundreds of flavors to choose from, grab a few and head back to the cabin to create a feast!

 

 

Check out our retail hotspots! 

Visit Downtown Murphy and Andrews to check out some locally owned retail hot spots. Women’s boutiques, custom hat bars, vintage record shops, and unique handcrafted selections are just a few of our favorite goods offered in our vibrant Downtown areas!

 

 

 

UltraStar Harrahs Valley River

“From bowling leagues to ESports tournaments, there’s no shortage of friendly competition at the UltraStar Multi-tainment Center. Looking for something a little more casual? Try the latest arcade games, rent your own gaming station, or bowl with friends and family.”

Photo courtesy of UltraStar, Harrahs Valley River 

 

Relax with a refreshing drink at one of our local breweries or wineries.

Showcasing some of the finest breweries and craft ales, Cherokee County is home to 4 locally owned breweries with unique craft brews. Grab a wood-fired pizza or a snack while engaging in one of the many activities hosted. From singo, to live music-you wont be disappointed.  If you’re in the mood for some fine wine, we have you covered. Sip red, white, or fruity flavors from one of our 5 wineries/tasting rooms in the area. Dont forget, it always compliments a nice artesian cheese board! Cheers!

(See our winery and brewery tab on the main page for more info. Looking for a restaurant-you can also find these listed under ‘places to go’ on our main page tab selection.)

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