LINKS

While visiting Franklin, North Carolina you'll find the mountains are filled with fun things to do for the entire family. Below you'll find a list of links to get you started. From must see and do activities to places to stay and more information on the area, we hope you'll find this a great resource to plan your visit to the Gem Capital of the World, Franklin, North Carolina. Click on any link for additional information.

Things To Do:

• Franklin Gem & Mineral Society (Old Jail Museum)
• William Holland School of Lapidary Arts
• Go Blue Ridge Card - Your pre-paid ticket to the best attractions in the Blue Ridge Mountains
• Great Smoky Mountains Railroad
• Scottish Tartans Museum & Gift Shop
• The Center at Rose Creek
• Nantahala Outdoor Center

Places to Stay:

• Big Bear Log Cabins
• Great Smoky Mountains Vacation Rentals Online
• Nantahala Village
• Carolina Mountaintop Homes
• Rose Creek Campground & Cabins

Local News & Events:

• Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts
• Franklin Area Chamber of Commerce
• Discover Franklin, North Carolina
• The Franklin Press - Local Newspaper
• Macon County News - Local Newspaper & Shopping Guide
• Asheville Now - Your Guide to the City of Asheville, NC - One hour to our east
  
  

VISIT OUR ONLINE STORE - OPEN YEAR ROUND

Can't come see us? Have a treasure hunt at home! Visit our Mail Order Page and see all the exciting things you can purchase. It's fun for the whole family.

Enter our store by clicking on the Amethyst!