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Fayetteville, NC is rich in history and natural beauty. Fayetteville, North Carolina's fourt-largest metropolitan area, is a city that cannot be characterized in one simple phrase. Firmly planted in a setting that is 24-karat southern. Certainly a military town, Fayetteville is proud to be home of Fort Bragg. Fayetteville's pride in the men and women who wear the uniform is especially heartfelt, for they are our friends, our neighbors, our customers, and our family. It offers a multitude of activities from Sports, Museums, Festivals, Shopping, Dining out and lots more. Fayetteville, NC is one of the most diverse cities in the US and is the sixth-largest city in North Carolina. We have numerous historic sites, seven museums, three colleges and universities, multiple entertainment venues, a historic downtown and award-winning golf courses.  

The greater Fayetteville, NC area - including Cumberland, Harnett and Hoke counties-offers an outstanding quality of life. Plus close proximity to the famous Carolina Beaches. For those with military connections, a warm welcome awaits in our communities.  

Museums  

There are many museums in Fayetteville-military, art, children's and more. There is something for everyone.  

These are just a few:  

The Airborne & Special Operations Museum

This is a wonderful museum showing the work done by the Military. The museum is informative with some wonderful life like displays. The main exhibit gallery moves visitors through time, starting in 1940. The museum is committed to serving active duty soldiers and the general public through educations programming. From the museum's first special exhibit, which displayed a collection of Army artwork, to the high-tech Soldiers: The global War on Terrorism exhibit that incorporated four large flat-screen monitors. 

Museum of the Cape Fear Historical Clomplex
 
This museum has fascinating exhibits from early North Carolina life. It shows Native American culture through the European settlement the civil war and more. Children can enjoy the children's museum on Green Street and discover the way we lived in days gone by.

Shopping  

The Cross Creek Mall offers 1.2 million sq. ft of shopping. There are four major department stores and more than 100 stores, so you are sure to find what you are looking for.  

The Downtown Alliance of Fayetteville, NC is a not-for-profit membership organization representing the common interests of downtown merchants, professionals, property owners and residents that work to encourage downtown business.
There are many shopping centers spread out over Fayetteville. Whether it is gardening, clothes, building supplies, cars or furniture, you should be able to find it in Fayetteville.  

Nearby in Smithville are our Carolina Premium Outlets, there are more than 80 name-brand manufacturer's outlets. A few to mention Adidas, Banana Republic, Brook Brothers, Carolina Pottery, Coach, Eddie Bauer, Gap Outlet, Liz Claiborne, Nike, Polo Ralph Lauren, Reebok, Timberland, Tommy Hilfiger and more. Smithville is about 1 hour north on I95. For furniture be sure to visit High Point, North Carolina which is approx 1 1/2 hour away and you will be sure to have GREAT savings. I have personally shopped there for many things.(It was worth the trip) 

Military 

Fort Bragg, NC is the world's largest airborne facility with more than 45,000 military personnel. It is home to the 82nd Airborne Division and the XVIII Airborne Corps.  By population, Fort Bragg is the largest Army installation in the world. Fort Bragg covers approximately 160,700 acres that offer 7 major drop zones, 4 impact areas, 16 live fire maneuver areas and 2 Army fields. There is approximately 20 million square feet of office buildings, a major medical center, 11 churches, 11 miles of railroad lines, 8 schools, 28 restaurants and also provides housing for over 11,000 family members.The US Army Parachute team, the Golden Knights, is also resident at Fort Bragg. You can enjoy the breath taking sight of paratroopers falling through the air.  

Pope Field was established by the war department in 1919 and is one of the oldest installations in the Air Force. Pope is home to the 43rd Airwing lift. These two squadrons of C130's can deploy people, equipment and supplies anywhere in the world at a moment's notice. Also Pope plays host to the 23rd fighter Group; they fly A10's in close support missions.  

Parks 

There is an extensive network of parks in Fayetteville, NC. To learn more about the parks and the programs offered, call Fayetteville Parks and Recreation Department 910-433-1547, or Cumberland County Parks and Recreation Department 910-485-3161. Most parks are open from 8 am till dusk.  

ARNETTE PARK
2165 Wilmington Hwy
Fayetteville, NC 28302
910-485-3161
A wide variety of recreational opportunities are available at this beautiful park that features an 18 hole Frisbee golf course, tennis courts, horseshoe pits, children’s play areas, picnic areas, nature trails a sand volleyball court, and football, soccer, and softball fields.

CLARK PARK
631 Sherman Drive
Fayetteville, NC
910-433-1579
Clark park sure is a hidden gem, it is Fayetteville, NC second largest park. Located off of Ramsey Street, it is a natural woodland area with three trails, one of the trails follow along side the Cape Fear River. The nature center has live reptiles and amphibians and park rangers will educate you on various topics.

HONEYCUTT PARK
352 Devers St
Fayetteville, NC 28303
910-433-1568
Includes a quarter-mile walking trail, children’s play area, picnic area, three baseball fields and a recreation center.

LAKE RIM PARK
2214 Tar Kiln Drive
Fayetteville, NC
Lake Rim Park offers an environmental education opportunity for the whole family.
910-424-6134

MAZARICK PARK
1368 Belvedere Ave.
Fayetteville, NC
910-433-1547
Offers 80 acres and a variety of activities for patrons. From fishing at Glenville Lake, to walking, to disc golf and picnics, this park meets many recreational needs.

ROWAN PARK
W. Rowan St. and Woodside Drive
Fayetteville, NC
910-433-1547
Amphitheater, rec center, tennis, picnic, playground 

Nature 

Cape Fear Botanical Garden
Is located on 85 acres nestled between the Cape Fear River and Cross-Creek just two miles from downtown Fayetteville. It was founded in 1989; the garden now boasts more than 2,000 varieties or ornamental plants and has several specialty gardens, including Camellia, Daylily and Hosta gardens.
536 N Eastern Blvd.
Fayetteville, NC 28301
(910) 486-0221 

Gillis Hill Farm
The Gillis Family has been farming there since the 1700s. When you visit they will share some of the family's history. Also while you’re there pick up some of that Gillis Hill Farm Homemade Ice Cream. Open Monday-Saturday 1pm-9pm Closed Sunday
Gillis Hill Farm
2701 Gillis Hill Road
Fayetteville, NC 28306
(910) 867-2350

Fayetteville Rose Garden
Whether you want to simple enjoy the colors or smell the wonderful aroma, the garden offers an amazing assortment of roses. Established in the early 1970's at Fayetteville Technical Community College, this garden features more than 1,000 rose bushes. Enjoy the beautiful gazebo, fountains, and flora-best times are from April until the first winter's frost.  

Cape Fear River
Boats can access the Cape Fear River and or utilize the ramp at Riverside Sports Center

Horseback Riding

Smith Lake Riding Stables
Building Q5340, Smith Lake Road
Offers more than 200 acres of land, wooded trails and more

Fort Bragg Riding Stables
Reilly Rd and Butner Rd
910-396-4510
Open to the public, offering pony rides, riding lessons, open riding, trail rides and hay rides

Festivals 

Fayetteville, NC is a town that enjoys hosting numerous festivals. The Fayetteville Dogwood Festival is one of North Carolina’s biggest and best outdoor festivals, with tons of thing to enjoy. A few other are the Fort Bragg Fair, River Show, Pope AFB/ Fort Bragg joint open house and Air Show, Country Fest, International Folk Festival, Oktoberfest International, Christmas Craftsmen's Festival,The Holly Day Fair, to name but a few.  

Education  

Sport and Fun  

Fayetteville, NC has many different sports to offer, whether you enjoy watching or playing. You can go climbing at The Climbing Place . Putt-putt originated here, so why not test your skill, Putt-putt Golf and Games. Auto racing-we can enjoy drag racing and stack car racing on a 0.4 oval clay track at the Fayetteville Motor Sports Park, Doc Bennett Road. Soccer is another popular sport around Fayetteville, Fayetteville Soccer Association at Tree Top Drive. If it is water sports, then there are several water parks around. Fantasy Lake (Hope Mills), Smith Lake (Fort Bragg), Waldo's Beach (Waldo's Road). I hope you have fun getting wet. Professional Hockey can be seen during the hockey session when the Fayetteville Force is in action on the ice. There are more sports to mention-tennis, fishing, horseback riding, golf, but it would be impossible to tell you about them all. If you play it, it's in Fayetteville somewhere! 

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