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Welcome to Carolina Premium Outlets®, Eastern North Carolina's premier shopping destination. You'll find more of what you're looking for with over 80 stores, serving the communities of Johnston County, its surrounding counties from the Triangle to the Coast, as well as cities in South Carolina and Virginia. The shopping center features upscale outlet stores including Adidas, Ann Taylor Factory, American Eagle Outfitters, Brooks Brothers, Carolina Pottery, Gap Factory, J.Crew Factory, kate spade new york, Columbia, Loft Outlet, Michael Kors, Reebok, Talbots, Tommy Hilfiger, Under Armour and many more. Carolina Premium Outlets, an easy to navigate, outdoor shopping experience, has quick dining options including special events and activities to bring you back time and time again.
Conveniently located at exit 95 off I-95 in Smithfield, NC, this shopping destination is the perfect stop for a quick weekend trip, mini getaway or vacation with the family. Take a trip to Carolina Premium Outlets and discover why it is eastern North Carolina's main shopping destination. Enjoy an assortment of delectable dining options at one of the available restaurants or grab and go stations while shopping for an experience that is truly unlike any other. You'll love the shopping, dining and attractions readily available in the area.
Attractions
Smithfield, NC, founded along the Neuse River in 1777, is rich in history and today visitors enjoy a variety of activities in the area. While you are in town to shop at Carolina Premium Outlets, explore the cultural choices at the Paul A. Johnston Auditoriumand Neuse Little Theatre, or visit the Ava Gardner Museum and tour the Heritage Trail. Downtown Smithfield is the center of activity for concerts, festivals, museums and recreation. Or, make a family trip to learn about the history of the county at the Johnston County Heritage Center, walk along the Neuse Riverwalk & Buffalo Creek Greenwayor the gardens at the Arboretum at Johnston Community College. Other nearby attractions include the JoCo Beer, Wine, and Shine Trail, made up of four award-winning wineries and tasting rooms, as well as the new breweries and distilleries in the county.
Dining
If you are looking for authentic eastern style dining, then you will be happy with the choices in the Smithfield area. For true eastern-style barbecue and southern favorites, visitors to the area will find several well-known BBQ restaurants that are serving up chopped pork with a vinegar-based sauce. Try our very own From the Ashes Smokehouselocated at Carolina Premium Outlets or located in the surrounding area White Swan Bar-B-Cue & Fried Chicken and Smithfield's Chicken & BBQfor your personal taste test and experience true southern BBQ that is made and served up traditionally.
If you consider yourself a "foodie" and want to support locally sourced foods from our area farmers, you will find that in Johnston County, as well. Several chef-owned eateries are available in Smithfield, like Simple Twist and SODOSOPA, giving visitors a true farm-to-fork experience. For a quick stop, try Gotham's Deli, an authentic New York style deli, located on the main street of Smithfield.
Nightlife
Kick back and relax after a long day of shopping and enjoy the local nightlife in the area. Smithfield and Clayton have several spots to help you unwind after a long day, like Raleigh Brewing Co.
For family fun, visit the Howell Theatre which has been operating since 1935, the Rudy Theatre, that has been wowing audiences for over 25 years. They feature four unique shows that are family friendly for children, parents, and grandparents as well as special performances. Smithfield also offers another great family friendly activity, visit Ready-Set-Escape and work as a team to solve clues and "escape" within 60 minutes!
Accommodations
Whether you are traveling to Smithfield as your destination or just an overnight stop along the way, a variety of accommodations are available on I-95, Exit 95. Gather up your girlfriends or family and leave the hustle of the work week behind to shop for bargains, tour the Ava Gardner Museum, and locally in Kenly tour the Tobacco Farm Life Museum while, staying at one of the local hotels like Fairfield Inn & Suites, Sleep Inn & Suites or LaQuinta Inn & Suites for an easy and relaxing stay that allows you to shop until you drop. From the leisure family traveler to anniversary weekends and much more, there are plenty of accommodations options close to the shopping center for you to choose from.
Group Tour Reservations
Planning for a group of ten or more? Book a group tour and receive special discounts.
Directions & Transportation
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Carolina Premium Outlets is located at exit 95 off I-95 in Smithfield, NC.
Just 35 minutes southeast of Raleigh, NC, 30 minutes west of Goldsboro, NC (off US Hwy 70), 35 minutes south of Wilson, NC and 45 minutes North of Fayetteville, NC (off I-95).
From Raleigh: Interstate 40 East to Exit 309 (Hwy 70). Take Exit 334, right at the 2nd light.
From Fayetteville: Interstate 95, exit 95 in Smithfield. Left over bridge, merge right.
From Wilson: Interstate 95, exit 95 in Smithfield. Merge right.
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(919) 934-8272 - By Limousine
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(877) 277-7433
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