Greensboro, North Carolina, US

by Shannon van de Laar

Independent Artist, Laura (innerglowbeautywithlaura.com) shares with us why her home of Greensboro, North Carolina, US is such a great place to live, and why we should visit.

If I only had 24 hours to Greensboro, North Carolina, describe what I should do.

If you have a day to spend in Greensboro, whether you have kids or not, I recommend going to the Greensboro Science Center. This little science center has grown to include an aquarium and zoo and has many fun and educational exhibits and attractions.   Once you have gone to the science center, I recommend visiting one of our historical parks.  The parks are not only beautiful and relaxing but also full of history.  Guilford Courthouse Park (for the history) and the Bicentennial Garden (for the beauty)   are my favorites and also a great place to take your pup for a walk.   After a nice nap, head downtown to The Boxcar Bar and Arcade to have drinks, pizza, and play games.  

What is your favourite restaurant / cafe / eating-drinking place ?

My favorite restaurant in Greensboro is 1618 West Seafood Grill at 1618 W. Friendly Avenue, Greensboro, NC 27403.  I may be partial to this establishment, but the food, service, and ambiance are excellent. The food tastes fantastic and is almost too beautiful to eat. They also have a 1618 Midtown location at 1724 Battleground Ave Greensboro, NC 27408, with great food, wine, and cocktails.  

If you could suggest that I just do ONE thing in Greensboro, what would it be and why?

Greensboro, North Carolina, is the home of the Woolworth’s Department store sit-ins, and there is now a National Civil Rights Center and Museum where you can see a restored version of the place where the four young men actually sat.  

What is one thing Greensboro, North Carolina, should be known for and why?

Greensboro is all about history.  From the Woolworth’s Sit-Ins to the battles that took place here during the Revolutionary War, the city has history everywhere you look.  Greensboro is named after General Greene, who fought against the British army led by General Cornwallis.  

Tell me about your favourite outdoor activity in Greenboro.

I love to take my two dogs for walks in one of the many parks I mentioned.  

Tell me about your favourite indoor activity in Greensboro.

I’m going to cheat a little because it is an outdoor mall, but you are indoors while shopping at Friendly Center Outdoor Mall.  There are 120 businesses, including excellent restaurants and well-known shopping stores.   

Imagine I am blind. If I come to visit where you live, how would you describe it to me?
It is a big city with a small town feel.  The air is fresh, and trees and flowers are everywhere in the parks and gardens.  

What makes Greensboro, North Carolina stand out compared to nearby places?

Along with its history, Greensboro, North Carolina, is close to everything, and you are three hours from the beach and two hours from the Mountains.  Due to the great highways, you can also get to other cities like Raleigh, Charlotte, and Asheville quickly and easily.  

What is the best thing to do with children in Greensboro and why?

Wet ‘n Wild Emerald Point is the biggest water park in the Southeast. If it’s during summer, splash around there. 

What is the best thing to do as a solo traveller, and why?

Head downtown Greensboro where there is vibrant nightlife and people are friendly.  

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What is the best thing to do as a couple there and why?

Downtown Greensboro is also great for couples to go to a wine bar or a romantic dinner for two.  

Is there anything else I should know about why you love where you live?

I moved to Greensboro, I thought for a short time, but stayed here because it is beautiful, has a small town feel, but a ton of opportunities and things to do and see close-by, and the people are friendly.  

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