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Plan a winter weekend getaway to Fayetteville

January 24, 2023 • 
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Whether looking for winter activities in the great outdoors or wanting to stay cozy inside restaurants, museums, and more, fun awaits in Fayetteville.

Photo provided by Fayetteville Area Conventon & Visitors Bureau

Looking to cure the Winter Blues? Enter: A weekend getaway just ~1 hour away in Fayetteville:

  • Have a need for adventure? Hike through year-round trails or zoom through Sweet Valley Ranch on a Utility Terrain Vehicle.
  • Calling all history buffs: Fayetteville is home to many museums, like the Museum of the Cape Fear Historical Complex.
  • No trip is complete without experiencing the local eats. Check out the Quintessential Southern Comfort Food Guide to find the perfect place. *

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