3/5 - Okay
Verified traveler
Not much to do in town but plenty of places in driving distance
Sylva, NC
Travel Guide
Visit Sylva
Foxhunt at Sapphire Valley
127 B Cherokee Trail, Sapphire, NC
Stay at this 3.5-star golf condo in Sapphire. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
Nantahala Cabins
580 Nantahala Cabins Ln, Bryson City, NC
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly cabin in Bryson City. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Bryson City Gem Mine and ...
Maggie Valley Cabin Rentals
5 Tobacco Barn Rd, Maggie Valley, NC
Stay at this 3-star cabin in Maggie Valley. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a picnic area. Popular attractions Cataloochee Ski Area and Tube World are located ...
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Popular places to visit
Waterrock Knob
4/5(6 reviews)
Explore the great outdoors at Waterrock Knob and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Sylva. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the casinos in this family-friendly area.
Harris Regional Hospital
Though Harris Regional Hospital might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Sylva while you are here.
Southwestern Community College
Enjoy the collegiate vibe at Southwestern Community College as part of your travels around Sylva. Amble around this quaint area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Country Side Bowling Lanes
You can take time to visit Country Side Bowling Lanes during your travels to Sylva. Stroll along the riverfront in this quaint area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.
Poteet Memorial Park
Enjoy the mountain views and explore Poteet Memorial Park, a lovely green space in Sylva. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the casinos in this quaint area.
Oaks Gallery
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Oaks Gallery during your travels in Sylva. Wander the riverfront or discover the mountain views in this quaint area.
Things to do
Smoky Mountain Tour: Self-Guided Drive
$17
per traveler
78% of travellers recommend
Bryson City: Zip Line Adventure Park Pass with Gear
$55
per adult
Guided Horseback Ride through Flame Azalea and Fern Forest
$110
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Museum of the Cherokee People Admission Ticket
$15
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Bryson City: Mountaintop Zip Line Experience
$136
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Great Smoky & Cades Cove Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour Bundle
$25
per traveler
80% of travellers recommend
Reviews of Sylva
4.3
Top Destination
4/5 - Good
Verified traveler
Nice little town. Some good breweries
4/5 - Good
Verified traveler
Sylva is in a beautiful area of North Carolina. There is a lot to do if you love the outdoors.
4/5 - Good
Terri
Nice area, cute shops. Love the old time feeling.
4/5 - Good
Verified traveler
Very friendly people
3/5 - Okay
Verified traveler
Watch out for caucasians
- Waterrock Knob
- Harris Regional Hospital
- Southwestern Community College
- Country Side Bowling Lanes
- Poteet Memorial Park
- Oaks Gallery
- Jackson County Historic Courthouse
- Great Smoky Mountains National Park
- Harrahs Cherokee Casino
- Great Smoky Mountains Railroad
- Western Carolina University
- Cataloochee Ski Area
- Pisgah National Forest
- Maggie Valley Festival Grounds
- Unto These Hills Outdoor Drama
- Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center
- Lake Glenville
- Chattahoochee National Forest
- Clingmans Dome
- Wheels Through Time Museum
- Museum of the Cherokee Indian
- Sliding Rock
- Soco Falls
- Cataloochee Valley
- Nantahala River
- Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance
- Santa's Land Family Theme Park and Zoo
- Smokey Mountain Gold & Ruby Mine
- Sequoyah National Golf Club
- Tuckasegee River
- Oconaluftee Indian Village
- Dry Falls