Food scene
Joey's Pancake House is a must for breakfast! It is a landmark in Maggie Valley. Because of its history and delicious food, there is always a bit of a wait. Our personal favorite is the corned beef hash!
83 locals recommend
Joey's Pancake House
4309 Soco RdJoey's Pancake House is a must for breakfast! It is a landmark in Maggie Valley. Because of its history and delicious food, there is always a bit of a wait. Our personal favorite is the corned beef hash!
Home to some of the biggest biscuits I've ever seen! Biscuits and gravy is truly a southern staple!
12 locals recommend
Pop's grits and eggs
3253 Soco RdHome to some of the biggest biscuits I've ever seen! Biscuits and gravy is truly a southern staple!
Rated #4 out of 73 restaurants in Waynesville! This place does not disappoint! Casual attire is acceptable and kid-friendly! They offer a wide variety of meats. Our favorite is the pecan crusted trout, and short ribs with mac and cheese. They do take reservations. But if you go early enough, you can enjoy the ambiance of downtown Waynesville while you wait.
158 locals recommend
Sweet Onion
39 Miller StRated #4 out of 73 restaurants in Waynesville! This place does not disappoint! Casual attire is acceptable and kid-friendly! They offer a wide variety of meats. Our favorite is the pecan crusted trout, and short ribs with mac and cheese. They do take reservations. But if you go early enough, you can enjoy the ambiance of downtown Waynesville while you wait.
One of our favorite coffee spots in Maggie Valley! A bit of a wait, but they do have a drive through. The vanilla latte is my personal favorite.
17 locals recommend
Organic Beans Coffee
3680 Soco RdOne of our favorite coffee spots in Maggie Valley! A bit of a wait, but they do have a drive through. The vanilla latte is my personal favorite.
Local pet-friendly brewery! Best ahi tuna nachos (IMO). PASSIONFRUIT GUAVA GOSE is a really tasty sour served April - September.
203 locals recommend
Boojum Brewing Company Taproom
50 N Main StLocal pet-friendly brewery! Best ahi tuna nachos (IMO). PASSIONFRUIT GUAVA GOSE is a really tasty sour served April - September.
This place is a local gem. The restaurant is quaint and welcoming. The food is handmade and delicious! Even our Chicago friends enjoyed the pizza!
Cafe Italiano Restaurant & Pizzeria - Maggie Valley
3483 Soco RdThis place is a local gem. The restaurant is quaint and welcoming. The food is handmade and delicious! Even our Chicago friends enjoyed the pizza!
If you are looking for a good steak dinner, J. Arthur's is your place!
26 locals recommend
J. Arthur's
2843 Soco RdIf you are looking for a good steak dinner, J. Arthur's is your place!
This place is a must for Texas style barbecue outside of Texas! Truly fall of the bone ribs and melt in your mouth brisket!
190 locals recommend
Haywood Smokehouse
79 Elysinia AveThis place is a must for Texas style barbecue outside of Texas! Truly fall of the bone ribs and melt in your mouth brisket!
Attractions
Deep Creek is just outside of Bryson City. The creek has crystal clear water that flows from springs within the park. As you float down the stream, you'll pass through gorgeous mountain scenery and waterfalls. The upper section of Deep Creek is the rapid section while the lower section is more for relaxing. The lower section is perfect for families with smaller children.
60 locals recommend
Deep Creek Tube Center & Campground
1040 W Deep Creek RdDeep Creek is just outside of Bryson City. The creek has crystal clear water that flows from springs within the park. As you float down the stream, you'll pass through gorgeous mountain scenery and waterfalls. The upper section of Deep Creek is the rapid section while the lower section is more for relaxing. The lower section is perfect for families with smaller children.
Take a train ride through the Great Smokey Mountains!
Popular Events: The Polar Express Train Ride, BBQ & Brews, Moonshine Experience, and Uncorked.
305 locals recommend
Great Smoky Mountains Railroad
18 Fry StTake a train ride through the Great Smokey Mountains!
Popular Events: The Polar Express Train Ride, BBQ & Brews, Moonshine Experience, and Uncorked.
One of the few roadside accessible waterfalls in NC. This is a 45 -foot waterfall which is named after the nearby Looking Glass Rock which freezes over in the winter and reflects sunlight in a mirror-like fashion.
320 locals recommend
Looking Glass Falls
U.S. 276One of the few roadside accessible waterfalls in NC. This is a 45 -foot waterfall which is named after the nearby Looking Glass Rock which freezes over in the winter and reflects sunlight in a mirror-like fashion.
Cataloochee Ski Area is about a 20 minute drive from Penelope's Place! With eighteen ski slopes and trails, approximately 44% are rated beginner, 39% intermediate, and 17% advanced. Its top elevation is 5,400 feet above sea level. The slopes are accessed by three chairlifts and two carpet lifts.
231 locals recommend
Cataloochee Ski Area
1080 Ski Lodge RdCataloochee Ski Area is about a 20 minute drive from Penelope's Place! With eighteen ski slopes and trails, approximately 44% are rated beginner, 39% intermediate, and 17% advanced. Its top elevation is 5,400 feet above sea level. The slopes are accessed by three chairlifts and two carpet lifts.
Harrah's Cherokee Casino is about a 30 minute drive from Penelope's Place.
330 locals recommend
Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort
777 Casino DrHarrah's Cherokee Casino is about a 30 minute drive from Penelope's Place.
Ashville is about a 45 minute drive from Penelope's Place! The Downtown Drum Circle is a must see! Happening every Friday night, (April-October, and warmer nights other months) in Pritchard Park in downtown on Patton Avenue at College Street.
902 locals recommend
Asheville
Ashville is about a 45 minute drive from Penelope's Place! The Downtown Drum Circle is a must see! Happening every Friday night, (April-October, and warmer nights other months) in Pritchard Park in downtown on Patton Avenue at College Street.
The Wheels Through Time Museum will sweep you back in time with its magnificent presentation of vintage all-American motorcycles and automobiles.
92 locals recommend
Wheels Through Time Motorcycle Museum
62 Vintage LnThe Wheels Through Time Museum will sweep you back in time with its magnificent presentation of vintage all-American motorcycles and automobiles.
A cool experience for kids and adults! Bucket prices range from $14 to $100, and you can share buckets!
13 locals recommend
Maggie Valley Rock Shop
3894 Soco RdA cool experience for kids and adults! Bucket prices range from $14 to $100, and you can share buckets!
Shopping
The holiday section will definitely get you in the spirit anytime of year! Cute and unique décor! Located next to the festival grounds. During WNC Jeep Fest, we scored unique Jeep attire to sport during the festival!
11 locals recommend
Cabbage Rose
3388 Soco RdThe holiday section will definitely get you in the spirit anytime of year! Cute and unique décor! Located next to the festival grounds. During WNC Jeep Fest, we scored unique Jeep attire to sport during the festival!
Adorable little shop, lots of unique finds, and extremely friendly and welcoming service! One of our favorite stores in Maggie Valley! Highly recommend!
Simply Soco
3489 Soco RdAdorable little shop, lots of unique finds, and extremely friendly and welcoming service! One of our favorite stores in Maggie Valley! Highly recommend!