- Our list of the best things to do in Hickory, North Carolina, features the top 37 nearby activities — including 14 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Hickory, NC has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Museums & Galleries, Outdoor Places, Entertainment & Shows, and Amusement.
- The results below include the top 13 things to do within the city of Hickory, NC , followed by 24 popular activities in nearby cities, including Morganton, Lenoir, Mooresville, Charlotte and Statesville
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Merlot, Chardonnay and Riesling are specialties of the house at Dobbins Creek Vineyards in Hamptonville, North Carolina. Guests are welcome in the tasting room, where they may sample all Dobbins Creek wines currently for sale.
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Linville Gorge Wilderness Area offers 39 miles of trails that run through the area, some of which require climbing rocks. Anglers often catch Brown and rainbow trout within the area.
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The Hawksbill Mountain Trail provides a hike to the summit of the mountain, offering a scenic view at an elevation of 4,009 feet. Hikers who are interested in photo opportunities may enjoy the view of the Linville Gorge Wilderness Area from the top of the mountain.
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On the east side of Linville Gorge, Sitting Bear Trail features a 3/4 mile, steep hike to the top of the mountain. The area provides a variety of plant and animal life and access to camping and climbing areas.
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Located in Table Rock State Park, this trail provides a challenge to hikers of varying skill levels. The location offers scenic views of the countryside and the Wilson Gorge Wilderness area.
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567 Main St E, Banner Elk, NC 28604
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The only craft brewery in the area is known as the Flat Top Brewing Company, Banner Elk NC which is open to the public. Up to 12 beers are offered on tap including four stalwart year-round beers within their tap room.
41.8 Miles
Periwinkle Art School is an art school offering various art classes and private art lessons. Classes are available for both adults and children, with class sizes limited to eight per class. The school also hosts occasional 'art night' events.
41.8 Miles
A resort area open in season, the Beech Mtn Ski Area offers equipment rentals, natural and man-made snow, and ski slopes appropriate for all ages and levels of skill and expertise.
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333 votes
6500 South New Hope Road, Belmont, NC 28012
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Textile industry giant Daniel Stowe left money for the creation of the Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden, along with 400 acres of land. The garden includes a visitor's pavilion, and 18 different gardens including an orchid conservatory.
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At Carolinas Aviation Museum, visitors can see a wide variety of vintage planes, from commercial aircraft to helicopters. In the museum, visitors can browse educational displays filled with historical information about the aviation industry.