Introduction
What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Blowing Rock travel guide

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You're Going to Love Blowing Rock

With a population of 1,292, Blowing Rock is a must-see destination in North Carolina, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Blowing Rock deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Blowing Rock

If you’re looking for affordable options, The Speckled Trout Restaurant and Bottle Shop (922 Main St) and The Restaurant at the Embers (124 Morningside Dr) are great picks.

When to visit Blowing Rock

Blowing Rock in August
Estimated hotel price
$125
1 night at 3-star hotel
Blowing Rock in August
Estimated hotel price
$125
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Blowing Rock in July, when the average temperature is 66.2 °F, and the highest can go up to 75.2 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 23 °F, with an average temperature of 30.2 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in September, when precipitation is around 6″. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Blowing Rock, with an average rainfall of 4.4″.

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How to Get to Blowing Rock

Plane

Although Blowing Rock doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Asheville Regional (AVL), which is located 68 miles from Blowing Rock. Greenville is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, British Airways, Delta and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Blowing Rock departs from Orlando and takes around 1h 44m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Blowing Rock. The train journey from Blowing Rock to Greensboro takes 1h 58m and costs around $21 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Cary, expect to pay about $30 for a 2h 58m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Blowing Rock is to pick up a car rental from Charlotte, which is about 78 miles from Blowing Rock. You’ll find branches of Economy Rent a Car and Turo, among others, in Charlotte.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Blowing Rock, including FlixBus, Tornado Bus and Greyhound. From Raleigh, the bus ride to Blowing Rock takes 180 miles and will cost you around $130. From Chamblee, the ticket costs about $71 for a journey of 240 miles.

Plane

Although Blowing Rock doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Asheville Regional (AVL), which is located 68 miles from Blowing Rock. Greenville is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, British Airways, Delta and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Blowing Rock departs from Orlando and takes around 1h 44m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Blowing Rock. The train journey from Blowing Rock to Greensboro takes 1h 58m and costs around $21 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Cary, expect to pay about $30 for a 2h 58m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Blowing Rock is to pick up a car rental from Charlotte, which is about 78 miles from Blowing Rock. You’ll find branches of Economy Rent a Car and Turo, among others, in Charlotte.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Blowing Rock, including FlixBus, Tornado Bus and Greyhound. From Raleigh, the bus ride to Blowing Rock takes 180 miles and will cost you around $130. From Chamblee, the ticket costs about $71 for a journey of 240 miles.

Airports near Blowing Rock

GSPGreenville
AVLAsheville Regional
CLTCharlotte Douglas

Airlines serving Blowing Rock

KLM
Good (1,440 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,717 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,676 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,049 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,175 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,848 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,087 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,164 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,715 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,522 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,467 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (893 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,622 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,654 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,370 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,130 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,349 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,719 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (380 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
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Where to stay in Blowing Rock

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Hemlock Inn and Holiday Inn Express Blowing Rock South, An IHG Hotel. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Blowing Rock, with prices from $60 to $484 per night. Downtown is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Blowing Rock are about 51% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Most popular hotel in Blowing Rock by neighborhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Blowing Rock

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The Embers Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (9.4, 90 reviews)
$233+
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Graystone Lodge
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 1638 reviews)
$121+
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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Boone University
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 1580 reviews)
$129+
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Sleep Inn Boone University Area
2 stars
Excellent (8.4, 1300 reviews)
$91+
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The Lodge At Chetola Resort
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 417 reviews)
$157+
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Swiss Mountain Village
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 382 reviews)
$172+
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Renting a car in Blowing Rock

Expect to pay $3.14 per gallon in Blowing Rock (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $37.70 and $50.27.

Expect to pay $3.14 per gallon in Blowing Rock (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $37.70 and $50.27.