With an abundance of educational sites and spaces big on fun, Greensboro is a family travel treasure within North Carolina. Appealing to everyone in your troop, from interactive science centres for your little Einstein, to robust sports culture for the sporty teenager, and significant history museums for the discerning parents. It's the perfect place for a family holiday, either for short weekend jaunts or long staycations.
Whether your clan enjoys the outdoors, the comfort of modern luxuries or the rusticity of country living; wants to be based downtown close to it all, or in a quieter area with quick and easy access to the city’s main attractions; or is seeking budget-friendly accommodation or a more indulgent splurge, you are at the right place. We have rounded up the best family-friendly hotels and recommendations for an unforgettable Greensboro holiday.
Things to do
Delighting families is Greensboro's forte. A city dressed in the fabrics of an addictively interesting history, a healthy dose of curiosity-smoking educational institutions, art installations, and outdoor playgrounds—all catered for families to experience and enjoy.
Young or old, a visit to Greensboro’s main attractions tells a story of a city and its people. Immerse in the struggles of racial justice at the International Civil Rights Museum, capturing the civil rights movement with such memorable intensity—for an essential, educational visit. On lighter notes, the Greensboro Science Centre and Wiseman Aquarium offer interaction, learning and fun with intriguing exhibits and beautiful marine life.
The Miriam P. Brenner Children's Museum, with its numerous exhibits and dedicated attention to hands-on learning through play, is a must, especially for families with younger children. Likewise, the variety of activities at the family-oriented Celebration Station amusement park, risk to 'wear out' even the most active of families!
For sports fanatics, a venture to the Greensboro Coliseum Complex will most certainly score some points. With a history of hosting noteworthy sporting events, concerts, and much more – the experience will most definitely leave your family feeling like you scored with a slam dunk trip to Greensboro.
When to visit
Ensuring the most comfort for your family holiday, the best times to visit Greensboro are between mid-May to late June, and mid-August to early October. These periods promise warm weather suitable for outdoor activities. The city, bursting with life and energy, lets your children romp in parks and your teens immerse in outdoor music fests.
July, although renowned as the hottest and wettest month, fills the city with an enchanting summer buzz. November offers an appealing clarity, becoming a quiet retreat as the city embarks on the quieter, windier autumn and winter months. Though we advise that you always keep the school schedule in mind when planning a Greensboro family vacation. There's much to discover, whatever the month you visit.
Things you'll love...
- Delve into history at the International Civil Rights Museum, perfect for older children
- Enjoy an educational day out with the family at the Greensboro Science Centre
- Discover marine life wonders at the Wiseman Aquarium
- Experience interactive fun at the Miriam P. Brenner Children's Museum
- Indulge in some outdoor play at Celebration Station, a family-focused amusement centre
Main airports
- Piedmont Triad International Airport,
- Raleigh-Durham International Airport
