Mount Mitchell (MP 355.4) - Visitors can stand atop the highest point in the Eastern United States for a birds-eye view of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Little Switzerland (MP 334) - This unique mountain village is modeled after the architecture of Swiss chalets and offers stunning views, plus dining and shopping. Gem mining enthusiasts will also want to visit Emerald Village, a collection of mining attractions located about six miles away. Museum of NC Minerals (MP 331) - Explore hands-on exhibits about the history of mining in the area and learn about the forces that created the Blue Ridge Mountains. Enjoy live music, “heyrides,” walking trails, a general store filled with locally crafted goodies and, of course, U-pick apples in the fall. Orchard at Altapass (MP 328.3) - A 100-year-old apple orchard dedicated to preserving the history, heritage and culture of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Multiple hiking trails offer access to views of the falls. 
Linville Falls (MP 316.3) - A stunning triple waterfall created as the Linville River cascades into Linville Gorge. Top Blue Ridge Parkway Destinationsīe sure to check out these popular Parkway stops during your visit: 
The Blue Ridge Parkway is navigated by mileposts - often abbreviated “MP” - starting at the northern end with MP 0 in Virginia and ending at the southern end with MP 469 near Cherokee, N.C. “America’s Favorite Drive,” as the Parkway is often known, is free to visit and is open year-round (though closures for ice and snow are common in winter check the Parkway’s real-time closure updates for details). Along the way, it weaves among mountain peaks and forested coves, connecting visitors to hiking trails and waterfalls, wildflowers, wildlife and countless breathtaking views of the Blue Ridge Mountains. The Blue Ridge Parkway is a 469-mile scenic roadway that stretches from Shenandoah National Park in Virginia, through the Blue Ridge Mountains, and down to Great Smoky Mountains National Park in Western North Carolina.
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