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Greensboro Has a Story Around Every Corner

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In Greensboro, you’ll find a story around every corner – from pivotal moments in American history to sporting events and unforgettable family fun.

Conveniently located in the heart of North Carolina, Greensboro sits just five hours from Atlanta and Washington, DC. 

The city boasts 135 attractions, interactive museums, sports, arts and culture, and outdoor adventures for all ages and abilities.

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Give your tastebuds a tour of the world at one of our 500 restaurants. Take flight at a local craft brewery or cidery. 

Make new friends at the Greensboro Science Center – a museum, zoo, and aquarium in one. Create hands-on memories at the Miriam P. Brenner Children’s Museum. Enjoy a touring Broadway performance at the Steven Tanger Center for the Performing Arts or a classic movie at the Carolina Theatre. 

Explore more than 150 public art and mural installations. Time your visit with cultural events like the NC Folk Festival, Fun Fourth, or one of the city’s many other events.

From our pivotal roles in the Revolutionary War and the Civil Rights Movement to the former denim capital of the world, Greensboro is steeped in history.

Step back in time at Guilford Courthouse National Military Park, the International Civil Rights Center and Museum, and the Greensboro History Museum. Walk, bike, or hike our 100 miles of trails and greenways. Kayak in one of our scenic lakes or cool off at Wet ‘n Wild Emerald Pointe.

Catch a game – baseball, basketball, indoor football, soccer – or cheer on competitors at one of Greensboro’s many tournaments.

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Shop at local boutiques or experience Replacements, LTD, with eight football fields worth of China, crystal, flatware, estate jewelry, and collectibles. Grab a piece of Greensboro’s denim legacy at the Lee Wrangler Hometown Studio or Hudson’s Hill.

Start planning your Greensboro getaway today. You’re Welcome.

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