Its also home to fantastic places to explore nature, have a great meal, shop, and more.

Here are some of our top picks for a weekend getaway.

Play A Round

Walk A Legendary Fairway

Youve already read about the famedPinehurst No.

Weymouth Center for the Arts and Humanities grounds

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There are ten 18-hole courses in total here, with varying scenery and degrees of difficulty.

Specialized gardens include roses, conifers, fruits and vegetables, holly, and wetlands.

The garden is open daily and is free to the public.

Pinehurst No. 2; Photo Credit: © Pinehurst, LLC - All Rights Reserved

Pinehurst resort includes eight 18-hole golf courses designed by such legends as Ross, Jones, Fazio and Maples, includng Pinehurst No. 2 (pictured), the championship course that will host the 2014 U.S. Open.Credit: Photo Credit: © Pinehurst, LLC - All Rights Reserved

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Boyd was a poet and writer, and the couple often hosted literary greats such as F. Scott Fitzgerald.

Start your morning here with a latte and homemade biscuit or breakfast sandwich.

Sandhill Botanic Garden

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Lunch and dinner are served on weekdays, and brunch is served on weekends.

Weymouth Gardens

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Agora Bakery and Cafe

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Village of Pinehurst

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North Carolina Pottery Center

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