Molly & Will

April 12, 2025 • Highlands, North Carolina, United States
8 Days To Go!

Molly & Will

April 12, 2025 • Highlands, North Carolina, United States
8 Days To Go!

Things to Do

Welcome to Highlands!

Highlands has many activities, shops and restaurants worth exploring during your stay. Please see below some of the more popular suggestions as you plan your visit!

Hiking and Trails

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There are many waterfalls near Highlands! Many of these are located along US Highway 64, the Mountain Waters Scenic Byway.


Please visit the website below for trails and level of difficulty for each.

* Whiteside Mountain Trail + Dry Falls are the most popular!


https://www.alltrails.com/us/north-carolina/highlands


Website

Shop

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Downtown Highlands is filled with cute local shops and lots of different dining options.

Eat , Drink , and Enjoy!

There are many lovely spots to enjoy in Highlands , we recommend calling and making reservations in advance!

Madison's Restaurant

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445 Main St, Highlands, NC 28741, USA
(828) 787-2525

Madison's is the main restaurant at Old Edwards Inn. We highly suggest making a reservation well in advance if you plan to dine there during your stay.

Four65 Woodfire Bistro + Bar

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465 Main St Box 2130, Highlands, NC 28741, USA
(828) 787-2990

Whether it is a cocktail at the bar , or a wood fire pizza , Four65 never disappoints! First come first serve basis.

Blue Bike Cafe

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423 N 4th St, Highlands, NC 28741, USA
(828) 526-9922

Blue Bike Cafe is a local spot that is a staple for breakfast in the Highlands! It tends to get busy, but you can grab a coffee while you wait!

Calders Coffee Cafe

384 Main St, Highlands, NC 28741, USA
(828) 200-9308

Calders is a great grab and go coffee shop , with bakery items, and more. Many people go here before heading out of town!

The High Dive

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476 Carolina Way, Highlands, NC 28741, USA
(828) 526-2200

Cadlers is a great grab and go coffee shop , with bakery items, and more.

The Ugly Dog Public House- Highlands

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294 S 4th St, Highlands, NC 28741, USA
(828) 526-8364

Popular spot for a bite and beverage , or a late night cap!

Julep Kitchen

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500 GA-246, Dillard, GA 30537, USA
(706) 960-9600

Julep Kitchen is a wonderful spot to have brunch , lunch or dinner. Located on the route down the mountain headed towards Atlanta , drop in to at least grab a coffee and walk around the little market. If you are lucky , some of the properties animals will be out and about!