Bryson City travel guide
Bryson City Tourism | Bryson City Guide
You're Going to Love Bryson City
With a population of 1,458, Bryson City is a must-see destination in North Carolina, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Bryson City deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.
Activities & attractions in Bryson City
Nature & Outdoor Activities
When to visit Bryson City
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Bryson City in July, when the average temperature is 73.4 °F, and the highest can go up to 84.2 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 23 °F, with an average temperature of 35.6 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in January, when precipitation is around 5.7″. In contrast, October is usually the driest month of the year in Bryson City, with an average rainfall of 1.7″.
How to Get to Bryson City
Plane
Although Bryson City doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Knoxville McGhee Tyson (TYS), which is located 40 miles from Bryson City. Greenville is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Delta, WestJet and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Bryson City departs from Jacksonville and takes around 1h 20m.
Car
Another option to get to Bryson City is to pick up a car rental from Atlanta, which is about 127 miles from Bryson City. You’ll find branches of Kyte and Hertz, among others, in Atlanta.
Bus
Several bus lines operate bus routes to Bryson City, including Greyhound, FlixBus and Wanda Coach. From Atlanta, the bus ride to Bryson City takes 305 miles and will cost you around $37. From Trotwood, the ticket costs about $53 for a journey of 420 miles.
Airlines serving Bryson City
Where to stay in Bryson City
Average rates range from around $230 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $349 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Sleep Inn Bryson City - Cherokee Area and Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Bryson City.
Where to stay in popular areas of Bryson City
Most booked hotels in Bryson City
Renting a car in Bryson City
Renting a car in Bryson City costs $56 per day, on average, or $112 if you want to rent if for 2 days.
It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 41% cheaper than airport locations in Bryson City.
Expect to pay $3.82 per gallon in Bryson City (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $45.88 and $61.17.