Day 1 Itinerary
- Greenfield’s NY Deli and Bagels offers a variety of breakfast options including local best sellers the egg and cheese breakfast sandwich and their plain bagel.
- Check out to see what sets Greenfield’s Bagels apart: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CAERRoJxSAE.
Tips and Information to Make the Most of Your Time at Owl’s Roost Trail, Atlantic & Yadkin Greenway:
- Parking: available at the Wildlife Education Center
- Length of Loop: 5.4 miles
- Time to Complete Trail: About 1 hour and 52 minutes
- The Trail is recognized nationally as a premier mountain biking destination. It has been named by The Bicycling Magazine as the “best urban biking trail” in the nation.
- Dogs are welcome but must be on a leash.
- Preview trails here: https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/north-carolina/owls-roost-trail
- Scenic views:
- There is a great view of Lake Brandt from the H. Michael Weaver Bridge.
- This is a popular trail for bird watching, hiking, and mountain
- JakJin Bistro Pho & More offers a variety of options including noodles, pho, sandwiches, vegetarian, and Vietnamese.
- Dine like a local: Save room for dessert and try the Fried Bananas which have gained notoriety on Jakjin’s Facebook page.
After lunch, head to Keeley Park, just a few minutes outside Greensboro.
- Enjoy some family time at the Up in the Air all-inclusive playground (designed to provide equal play opportunities).
- The playground also offers shaded benches for a break.
- Walk across the parking lot from the playground to cool off at the free sprayground (open from Memorial Day to Labor Day), where interactive water features shoot, splash, and spray you with water.
A Sampling of Greensboro Accommodation Options:
- For a boutique hotel experience, try the Biltmore Greensboro Hotel (which has a working 1920s elevator).
- Hotel Denim, which celebrates the city’s denim legacy.
- Other popular stays include:
- Grandover Resort and Spa, a Wyndham Grand Hotel
- Proximity Hotel, one of the country’s first LEED Platinum Certified hotels
- Greensboro Marriott Downtown
- Enjoy modern southern cuisine at ‘cille and ‘scoe, which offers kids’ meals, gluten-free, and lighter fare.
- Save room for dessert - a quick walk up the street will take you to Cheesecakes by Alex offers 20+ cheesecake options, cakes, muffins, and other treats you won't want to miss).
Get some rest for more outdoor adventures in the morning!
Day 2 Itinerary
Start your morning off with a local southern favorite - Dame's Chicken & Waffles.
- Get ready at a leisurely pace - Dame's opens at 10am (Friday-Monday) and 11am (Tuesday-Thursday).
- Dame’s offers house specialties, create-your-own, kids meals, and vegan options.
*Please keep in mind that hours are subject to change - confirm hours on website.
The Greensboro Science Center is the only facility in North Carolina to feature a duly accredited aquarium, museum, and zoo all in one destination!
- While there, spend time outdoors in the zoo.
- Enjoy a bird’s eye view at SkyWild, the Science Center’s treetop ropes course adventure.
- Cool off inside and explore the SciQuarium and other museum exhibits.
- Finally, take a spin on the Rotary Club of Greensboro Carousel, where each panel shows a piece of the city’s history.
Bubble Bear offers bowls, poke, and a variety of speciality tea and smoothie options.
Country Park is adjacent to the Science Center.
- Enjoy a canopy walk through the trees.
- Fish at one of the park’s two fishing lakes (valid NC state fishing license required).
- Rent a pedal boat for a tour of the lake (seasonal).
- Enjoy an afternoon snack at Yum Yum Better Ice Cream and Hot Dogs, a Greensboro staple since 1906.
- While in the area, explore the neighborhood near Yum Yum, home to the University of North Carolina Greensboro (UNCG) before returning to your hotel to prepare for the evening’s adventures.
Crafted – The Art of the Taco offers a gamut of gourmet tacos and burgers, including vegan and kid-friendly options.
- Depending on the season, end your evening with a Greensboro Grasshoppers baseball game at nearby First National Bank Field, one of the country’s best minor league stadiums. (Check their schedule for theme nights and fireworks).
- Other nearby nighttime options include performances at the Steven Tanger Center for the Performing Arts, the Community Theatre of Greensboro, or the Greensboro Coliseum Complex.
Day 3 Itinerary
Scrambled Southern Diner's house specialties include fried green tomatoes, a breakfast burrito, shrimp and grits, and biscuits and gravy.
- Greensboro is home to more than 150 pieces of public art and murals.
- Take a stroll along the Downtown Greenway and search for the four cornerstones that recognize Greensboro’s history and unique character:
- Gateway of the Open Book at Motion Cornerstone – motion/education (southwest corner)
- Meeting Place at Tradition Cornerstone – history (northwest corner)
- Woven Works Park at Innovation Cornerstone – industry/textiles (northeast corner)
- Ascension at the Freedom Cornerstone – civil rights (southeast corner)
- You can also experience unique bicycle racks, benches, and other public art along the Greensboro Downtown Greenway.
- End your outdoor art tour at LeBauer and Center City Parks, both accessible from the Downtown Greenway.
- Located directly across the street from one another, look up at LeBauer Park and enjoy the “Where We Met” sculpture.
- Play in the interactive fountain at LeBauer Park (seasonal) and enjoy the children’s playground and outdoor games.
- Walk across Davie Street and enjoy the fountains and lawn space at Center City Park.
- Café Europa is a European-style café with lunch options that include seafood, salad, sandwiches, pizza, and more.
- Get your food to go and enjoy it outside at one of the parks before heading home from your Greensboro outdoor adventure.
