Pinehurst
About 1 hr 15 min by car from Raleigh-Durham
A New England-style village of longleaf pines and famous golf, home of the U.S. Open course No. 2.
Why locals go
The golf-and-spa weekend, about an hour south.
Visiting Raleigh-Durham?
At 1 hr 15 min by car, it's easy to add a night or two here and still be back in Raleigh-Durham for your flight home.
What to book
- Play a round at Pinehurst Resort
- Village shops and the Pinehurst Brewing Co.
- Spa at Pinehurst
Where to stay
One or two nights is enough for most people. Compare places to stay:
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For two
- Resort spa day
- Dinner and drinks in the village
With friends
- Group golf weekend
- Pinehurst Brewing Co. taproom
When to go
Year-round.