Welcome to Greensboro, North Carolina, where there is so much history, culture and fun you may never want to leave. Whether you wish to visit the Animal Discovery Zoological Park or view a reenactment of the Battle of Guilford Courthouse, there is something for visitors of all shapes, sizes and ages in this lovely city in the South. You can come for the sun and exciting daily excursions and stay for the nightlife, which can include taking in a show at the Barn Dinner Theatre, Bell Canto Company, or the Carolina Theatre.

Dining

The dining experiences in Greensboro are as varied as other activity choices here and include over 500 terrific eateries ranging from down home Greensboro barbeques to Asian, Greek, European, Italian and Thai cuisines. Of course, one can't go away without first sampling some of the native fare to Greensboro, barbecued pork and locally-grown, home-style vegetables.

Events

Along with the regular sights to see and visit in Greensboro, they also offer up some special events each month. Whether it be in the form of dance, music or theatre, there is something new to see each time you visit. You have the Winston-Salem Air Show to the Bluegrass at Bland Wood, each new month brings something new and exciting.

Museums and Vineyards

Museums abound in Greensboro including the Weatherspoon Art Museum, The Reynolda House Museum of American Art and the High Point Museum. Evening highlights can include catching Fantasia Barrino of American Idol fame in a production of the Color Purple at the Greensboro Coliseum. Take in a free Jazz concert at the Music in the Courtyard at Stratford Place. Bring your picnic basket and blanket and enjoy. Another place offering free concerts is the Grove Winery and Vineyards. Nothing beats a bottle of wine and live music to enjoy the evening hours. If you prefer rock and roll to jazz, they have you covered at the Rock the Block. For you ladies, they have the famed Chippendale's performing at the After Hours Tavern, or you can choose to join in the fun at Swing Dancing lessons at Lets Dance Triad.

Hotels and Lodging

Hotel accommodations do not disappoint, even for the seasoned traveler. With hotels and motels in all different price ranges you can stay for cheap and spend your hard-earned cash on the entertainment. You can splurge and stay at one of the area's five-star luxury resorts, where everything is done for you including the turning down of the bed and mint on your pillow.

No matter what you are looking for in terms of vacationing this year, Greensboro, North Carolina, has it.