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

Highlands travel guide

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You're Going to Love Highlands

With a population of 937, Highlands is a must-see destination in North Carolina, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Highlands deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Highlands

If you’re looking for affordable options, On The Verandah (1536 Franklin Road) and Cyprus Restaurant (332 Main St.) are great picks.

When to visit Highlands

Highlands in November
Estimated hotel price
$169
1 night at 3-star hotel
Highlands in November
Estimated hotel price
$169
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Highlands in July, when the average temperature is 68 °F, and the highest can go up to 78.8 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 26.6 °F, with an average temperature of 35.6 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in March, when precipitation is around 8″. In contrast, October is usually the driest month of the year in Highlands, with an average rainfall of 5.8″.

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How to Get to Highlands

Plane

Although Highlands doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Asheville Regional (AVL), which is located 46 miles from Highlands. 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 Highlands departs from Boston and takes around 2h 15m.

Car

Another option to get to Highlands is to pick up a car rental from Atlanta, which is about 112 miles from Highlands. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Turo, among others, in Atlanta.

Plane

Although Highlands doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Asheville Regional (AVL), which is located 46 miles from Highlands. 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 Highlands departs from Boston and takes around 2h 15m.

Car

Another option to get to Highlands is to pick up a car rental from Atlanta, which is about 112 miles from Highlands. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Turo, among others, in Atlanta.

Airports near Highlands

GSPGreenville
AVLAsheville Regional
TYSKnoxville McGhee Tyson

Airlines serving Highlands

Lufthansa
Good (7,046 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,844 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,934 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,697 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,248 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,970 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (769 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,924 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,076 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (3,287 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,317 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (852 reviews)
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Where to stay in Highlands

Average rates range from around $377 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $286 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include The Park on Main Hotel and Skyline Lodge.

Where to stay in popular areas of Highlands

Most booked hotels in Highlands

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Mitchell's Lodge and Cottages
2 stars
Excellent (8.5, 360 reviews)
$783+
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Outpost Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 280 reviews)
$133+
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Skyline Lodge
2 stars
Excellent (8, 128 reviews)
$220+
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Highlander Mountain House
3 stars
Good (7.6, 118 reviews)
$187+
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Trailborn Highlands
4 stars
Good (7.5, 382 reviews)
$179+
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Highlands Inn
3 stars
Good (7.2, 187 reviews)
$211+
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Renting a car in Highlands

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Highlands (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Highlands (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51.

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