Greensboro, NC

Travel Guide

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This city in the picturesque heartland of North Carolina is known for its beautiful landscapes, family attractions and the significant role it played in the War of Independence.

Visit Greensboro to discover family attractions, historic monuments and attractive scenery, all with the charm and friendliness of the South.

Greensboro is famous for its scenic beauty with many nearby forests, mountains and public parks. To get closer to nature, take the elevated boardwalk that meanders through the wetland of the Bog Garden and walk along the paths of the Gateway Gardens, which span 11 acres (4.45 hectares). Visit the Tanger Family Bicentennial Garden to see bronze sculptures and masses of colorful plantings.

Families shouldn’t miss Greensboro’s child-friendly attractions. Experience the thrills of more than 30 rides and slides at the Wet ‘n Wild Emerald Pointe water park. Stimulate your children’s inquisitive nature at the Greensboro Science Center, a combined aquarium, museum and zoo. Go to Celebration Station, an amusement park with go-karts, bumping boats and miniature golf.

Learn about the role Greensboro played in American history at the city’s museums. Tour the Greensboro Historical Museum to learn about a pivotal battle in the American War of Independence. Discover the part Greensboro played in the advancement of civil rights by visiting the International Civil Rights Museum. In 1960, four African-American students sat at a “whites only” lunch counter in this very building, the former F. W. Woolworth store. Refused service, they held a peaceful sit-in protest that spread throughout the country. See the original counter in the museum.

In the evenings, enjoy a glass of stout in an Irish pub, dine in an upmarket restaurant and dance in one of the live music clubs downtown.

Greensboro is 12 miles (19 kilometers) from Piedmont Triad International Airport. Getting around Greensboro is easy with the efficient bus system. To explore the cities around Greensboro, use the Piedmont Area Regional Transportation's bus service or rent a car from one of the numerous companies in the area.

Where to stay in Greensboro

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Downtown Greensboro

4/5(128 area reviews)

Downtown Greensboro is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Carolina Theatre and Steven Tanger Center for the Performing Arts.

Downtown Greensboro
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Deep River

You'll enjoy the restaurants and museums in Deep River. You might want to make time for a stop at Oak Hollow Lake or All-A-Flutter Butterfly Farm.

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Sedgefield

4.5/5(59 area reviews)

Restaurants, golf courses, and spas are just a few things travelers enjoy about Sedgefield. Check out Sedgefield Country Club or Grandover Resort East Course while you're exploring the area.

Sedgefield
Beautiful walkway, O Henry hotel

Sunset Hills

Sunset Hills might not have many top sights, but Friendly Center and First Horizon Coliseum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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Lindley Park

5/5(5 area reviews)

Lindley Park might not have many top sights, but First Horizon Coliseum and Greensboro Aquatic Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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Old Irving Park

4/5(22 area reviews)

When in Old Irving Park, you can plan a visit to First National Bank Field and Steven Tanger Center for the Performing Arts, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Old Irving Park
DoubleTree by Hilton Greensboro Airport

DoubleTree by Hilton Greensboro Airport

4 out of 5
6426 Burnt Poplar Road, Greensboro, NC
The price is NT$3,142 per night from Sep 3 to Sep 4
NT$3,142
NT$3,543 total
Sep 3 - Sep 4
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Greensboro. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (616 reviews)
"I stay at this property each time i visit Greensboro"

Reviewed on 2025/8/23

DoubleTree by Hilton Greensboro Airport
Four Points by Sheraton Greensboro Airport

Four Points by Sheraton Greensboro Airport

3 out of 5
7619 Thorndike Rd, Greensboro, NC
The price is NT$2,255 per night from Sep 4 to Sep 5
NT$2,255
NT$2,543 total
Sep 4 - Sep 5
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Greensboro. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,010 reviews)
"Staff was very responsive to a problem with my entry key and corrected it promptly"

Reviewed on 2025/8/24

Four Points by Sheraton Greensboro Airport
Sheraton Greensboro at Four Seasons

Sheraton Greensboro at Four Seasons

3.5 out of 5
3121 West Gate City Boulevard, Greensboro, NC
The price is NT$3,349 per night from Sep 7 to Sep 8
NT$3,349
NT$3,776 total
Sep 7 - Sep 8
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Greensboro. Enjoy free parking, 3 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,085 reviews)
"I would stay there again."

Reviewed on 2025/8/25

Sheraton Greensboro at Four Seasons
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
InTown Suites Extended Stay Greensboro NC - Airport

InTown Suites Extended Stay Greensboro NC - Airport

2 out of 5
501 Americhase Dr, Greensboro, NC
Stay at this aparthotel in Greensboro. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions All-A-Flutter Butterfly Farm and Piedmont Triad ...
6/10 (662 reviews)
"Front desk was handled very beautifully."

Reviewed on 2025/8/19

InTown Suites Extended Stay Greensboro NC - Airport
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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