No one tells Greensboro’s story better than the people who live it every day. Greensboro Guides brings together locals who know the places, people and experiences that make this city theirs, and gives them the tools to share it.
Get to know more of Greensboro’s stories, places and experiences.
Meet local businesses, community organizations and fellow Guides.
Help visitors and residents discover a Greensboro they’ll want to come back to.
There isn’t one way to know this city.
Maybe you know every great place to eat. Maybe you’re the person friends text about weekend plans. Maybe you know Greensboro sports, its history, its neighborhoods or what’s happening before everyone else does.
Whether you’ve lived here your whole life or you’re still discovering Greensboro yourself, there’s a place for your perspective.
This program is for:
residents · students · young professionals · parents · retirees · hospitality partners · business owners · community volunteers · and anyone who loves sharing Greensboro.
Find where you fit!
There’s more than one way to know Greensboro and more than one way to share it. Choose the track that matches what you love, or explore several and discover another side of the city.
• Explore neighborhoods and communities • Connect with local organizations and businesses • Discover stories and experiences worth sharing
• Know Greensboro’s major sports venues and facilities • Stay connected to signature sporting events and tournaments • Help visitors experience Greensboro sports while connecting with the local sports community
• Discover Greensboro’s history and cultural heritage • Explore historic sites, museums, and landmarks • Share local stories and connect visitors with authentic cultural experiences
• Create engaging content that showcases Greensboro’s people, places, and experiences • Strengthen your photography, storytelling, and social sharing skills • Join hosted experiences, photoshoots, and content collaborations
• Discover Greensboro’s signature events, traditions, and seasonal experiences • Stay connected to new attractions, activities, and things to do • Help visitors plan memorable Greensboro experiences and itineraries
• Choose the track that best matches your interests • Explore multiple tracks to discover more of Greensboro • Build the knowledge and confidence to help others experience the city
A favorite table. A neighborhood you never knew to explore. The event you tell everyone about. The story behind a place you’ve passed a hundred times.
Greensboro Guides share those connections helping people experience the city through the people who know it best.
Anyone who wants to learn more about Greensboro and share what makes it worth experiencing. You don't have to be a lifelong resident. Just have curiosity.
No. The Greensboro Guides Program and certification course is completely free.
Once you complete the certification, you'll be eligible to participate in ambassador activities, specialty tracks, and exclusive experiences at no cost.
The online certification course is self-paced and can be completed whenever it's convenient for you. Most participants finish the course in approximately three hours.
Beyond certification, your level of involvement is entirely up to you. Participate in the experiences, events, and activities that fit your schedule and interests.
Once you've completed the certification course, you'll receive an email with next steps.
From there, you'll:
Greensboro Guides Tracks allow you to personalize your experience based on your interests.
Current tracks include:
You can choose the track that best fits your interests—or participate in multiple tracks to expand your knowledge and involvement. Please see below for additional details about the various track options.
No. Participation is flexible.
You'll receive invitations and opportunities throughout the year, and you can decide which experiences, events, or activities you'd like to participate in based on your interests and availability.
