Dog Friendly Tours in North Carolina

Taking the dog out for a walk takes on a new meaning when you’re on vacation in North Carolina. After all, there are tons of sights to see, and smell, around every corner. Browse our dog friendly tours in North Carolina below for the scoop on self-guided walks, driving tours, and group tours that both you and your dog are sure to enjoy.

Pet Friendly French Broad Outfitters
French Broad Outfitters Dog-friendly French Broad Outfitters offers three float trips for you to enjoy with your friends, family members, and Fido in Asheville, NC. The River Arts District trip is a six-mile urban float that takes you through one of the most creative neighborhoods in Asheville. Float through the gorgeous Biltmore Estate on the Historic Biltmore tour on a full-day float that also takes you through the River Arts District. The Tube Trip is very popular, relaxing two-hour float through Asheville. Dogs are welcome into the shop at any time. If they have been in a canoe/kayak before, they are welcome to join you on our river trips. Please mention your dog in your reservation. Tours depart from different locations; inquire as to specific address of your tour. See Details
Pet Friendly Rolling Thunder River Company
Rolling Thunder River Company Dogs are welcome to join their owners on a couple of the tours that Rolling Thunder River Company has to offer. They serve up two pet-friendly boating adventures, the Nantahala River Trips and the Toccoa River Trips. Depending on what you're looking for, you can take to the waters on a raft or canoe with your pooch. See Details
Emerald Village Bring Fido to roam through Emerald Village, a pet-friendly spot in Little Switzerland, NC. it's a group of gem, mining, and historical attractions nestled deep within the Blue Ridge Mountains. Leashed and well-behaved dogs are welcome everywhere in Emerald Village, including the North Carolina Mining Museum and the historic Bon Ami Mine. Take a tour deep underground, pan for gold, and explore the Discovery Mill Building. Admission varies between activities, and Emerald Village is open seasonally. Dog owners can check out Emerald Village's website for more information on dates, rates, tours, and times. See Details
UNC Charlotte Botanical Gardens UNC Charlotte Botanical Gardens is a dog-friendly garden in Charlotte, NC. Fido is welcome in the greenhouse but must be carried in your arms. Dogs on leashes are welcome to tour the gardens with you. The outdoor gardens are open every day from dawn to dusk. See Details
Historic Gray Line Asheville Trolley Tours Historic Gray Line Asheville Trolley Tours is a pet-friendly transportation service and attraction in Asheville, NC. Dogs up to 25 lbs are welcome on the tours provided they remain in the owner’s lap. Please note that passengers with pet dogs can only get off at the Omni Grove Park Inn stop (Stop 2) if they are overnight guests at the Inn. See Details
Elizabethan Gardens Leashed dogs can join their humans at the Elizabethan Gardens in Manteo, NC. Tour the various beautiful gardens, relax with a picnic and enjoy the statues scattered throughout the property. Dogs must be leashed at all times. Only one dog per adult is permitted in the garden. First-time visitors with dogs must fill out paperwork and show proof of vaccinations. See Details
Outer Banks Aviation Outer Banks Aviation is a pet-friendly tour company based in Manteo, NC. During your dog-friendly tour, you'll hear stories, legends and tidbits that only a local would know from high above the ground where the Wright Brothers first took flight. Small to medium-sized dogs are allowed on all charter flights for no extra fee. See Details
Grandad's Apples One of the best ways to enjoy Hendersonville, NC's crisp fall weather with your furry friend is to spend the day walking through the orchard at Grandad’s Apples! Whether you choose to pick your own apples from the orchard or select your favorite variety of pre-picked apples, your dog is welcome to join in on the fun. Other pooch-friendly activities include a pumpkin patch, painted farm backdrops for fun photos, and a 5-acre corn maze that offers a challenge for the whole family. Be sure to stop by the country store and bakery before you leave to sample and purchase items to take home including local honey, apple ice cream, apple cider, and even apple cider doughnuts. They're open from August through November. See Details
Saint Paul Mountain Farms Saint Paul Mountain Farms in Hendersonville, NC is dog friendly! It's a family-owned winery located on acreage that has been farmed by their family for more than nine generations. Dogs are welcome in the tasting room with both indoor and outdoor seating with spectacular views of the vines. Be sure to try the hard apple cider named after the vineyard dog, Wallace. See Details
Tour Old Wilmington Tour Old Wilmington invites you and Fido on the dog-friendly History Walking Tour in Wilmington, NC. Discover the hidden history of the Victorian Era, and learn about Wilmington's rich and colorful history during the Civil War, customs and traditions of the day, sea tales, folklore and more. Walking tours start at the foot of Market and Water Streets. See Details
Asheville Urban Trail Asheville's Urban Trail is a 1.7 mile self-guided, pet-friendly walking tour through downtown Asheville, NC with 30 public sculptures that highlight the town's history and past. Trail maps are available at the starting point at Pack Place and from other local downtown businesses, or you can download it by going to the website link (mp3 files are also available to download for a guided listening experience). The trail is perfect for lovers of art, architecture and history. Enjoyed in its entirety, the walking tour requires approximately two hours to complete. See Details
Outer Banks Kayak Adventures Dogs are welcome on kayak and SUP tours with the pet-friendly Outer Banks Kayak Adventures in Duck, NC. They ask that customers notify them when making a tour reservation so that they arrange for a private tour for you and your pup. Owners are asked to clean up after their pets and obey leash laws. See Details
Ghost Hunters of Asheville Pet-friendly Ghost Hunters of Asheville offers Asheville, NC's only interactive ghost tour with free access to ghost-hunting equipment. Well-behaved, leashed dogs can join the fun of hunting for spooks and spectres on the tours. Choose from the Downtown Spirits Ghost Tour, The Haunted Montfortd Ghost Tour, or the Ghosts & Grapes Tour. The knowledgeable guides have a knack for storytelling and vast stores of paranormal knowledge. See Details
Estes-Winn Antique Car Museum The Estes-Winn Antique Car Museum is a dog-friendly attraction in Asheville, NC. Located adjacent to the Omni Grove Park Inn, Estes-Winn Antique Car Museum is home to several vintage automobiles, an American La France fire truck, and horse-drawn carriages. Well-behaved, leashed dogs are welcome inside the gallery and also inside the car museum. Admission is free to the gallery and museum. See Details
Shipley Farms Beef Shipley Farms Beef is a pet-friendly farm in Vilas, NC. Well-behaved leashed dogs are welcome to join you on their walking tour to learn about what makes their products stand out and see firsthand how important responsible farming practices are. Please note that reservations are required. See Details
History Walk of the Queen City 'History Walk of the Queen City' is a pet-friendly Airbnb Experience hosted by Bliss. You and Fido will take a walking guided tour of Charlotte to discover how the city was originally designed by its founders. See Victorian homes, First Presbyterian Church, the US Mint Site, Settler’s Cemetery, 4th Ward Park and more. The experience lasts 1.5 hours and can accommodate up to 10 guests ages 10 and up. Rates start at $25 per person. See Details
Carolina History & Haunts Carolina History & Haunts is a pet-friendly tour company based in Charlotte, NC. During this tour, listen to the stories of local history and haunts and wander to the sites where some of uptown's departed inhabitants are said to still linger. Leashed dogs are welcome to join in the fun of this spooky romp offered in Charlotte, Winston-Salem and Greensboro, NC. Participants can also visit their sister company, Savannah History and Haunts. See Details
Asheville By Foot Bring Fido along on an urban adventure with Asheville by Foot's pet-friendly walking tours in Asheville, NC. You and your pup will enjoy a guided tour of Asheville's beautiful architecture, fascinating history, and unique culture. Your guide will tell you the stories of who and what shaped Asheville as you explore the town at a comfortable pace. To make sure you don't miss out on anything your guide says, you will receive a listening device to use as you tour. Advanced reservations are highly recommended. See Details
Sacred Living Tea Ceremony with Joy 'Sacred Living Tea Ceremony with Joy' is a pet-friendly Airbnb Experience hosted by Joy. Enjoy tea, listen to singing bowls and meditate. Dogs are welcome on the front or back porch. The experience lasts 1.5 hours and can accommodate up to 11 guests ages 12 and up. Rates start at $77 per person. See Details
Haunts of Hendo Haunts of Hendo is a seasonal, dog-friendly, haunted walking tour of downtown Hendersonville, NC. The tour covers about 1.1 miles and guests will hear about the Lady on the Courthouse Balcony, an unsolved triple homicide, the story behind the figures who roam the Curb Market lot, and more. The tour is recommended for ages 10 years old and up. See Details
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