Location: Hickory
Top Things to do in Hickory
What to do and see in Hickory, North Carolina (NC): The Best Budget-friendly Things to do
Hickory is a city located primarily in Catawba County, North Carolina, with parts in adjoining Burke and Caldwell counties. The city's population at the 2010 census was 40,010, with an estimated population in 2015 of 40,374. Hickory is the principal city in the Hickory–Lenoir–Morganton MSA, in which the population at the 2010 census was 365,497 and is included as part of the Charlotte–Concord Combined Statistical Area.
Restaurants in Hickory
1. Harper House/ Hickory History Center
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5.0 based on 33 reviews
Reviewed By 167sandras167
beautiful house interesting history and fabulous design, decor and furnishings well worth the time fun and fascinating
2. Hickory Aviation Museum
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5.0 based on 57 reviews
The Hickory Aviation Museum located at the Hickory Regional Airport(HKY) in Hickory North Carolina. We are a 501(c)(3) Non-Profit Tax Exempt Organization. We are dedicated to maintaining the facts and artifacts of the Golden Age of Aviation. The Museum provides a unique opportunity for all generations to learn and appreciate aviation history. Free to the Public. Open Tuesday - Sunday.
Reviewed By donrush377
a great museum,,, not a lot to see but worth it, a great place to take the kids. lots of history and something to do on a weekend
3. Henry River Mill Village
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5.0 based on 43 reviews
For decades, the Henry River Mill Village has sat dormant. On the surface, the once vibrant village appears abandoned, lost, and well beyond repair. Since being built in 1905, there has been a lot of history made in the village, including it's most recent appearance as District 12 in the Hunger Games movies. Join us for one of our many tours available for all ages and all interests.
Reviewed By WeagleDude - Midlothian, United States
There is no other place I have ever been as unique as Henry River Mill Village. The site of Katniss Everdeen's house from Hunger Games and rich 120+ year old history. I went thinking that the history would be neat and the fandom was amazing. I left thinking the fandom is neat and the history being the most amazing part. Our family even met one of the individuals who used to call the village home as a kid. While I still like the rustic look of the houses, I value more that the renovations are restoring the outside of the houses closer to what they would have looked like when the original families lived there. I think it's important that that past is respected since it was home to many who live locally in the area. It's like the most amazing convergence of history, present, and future! My wife, kiddos, and I were able to stay in the 1st house restored by the owners. Calvin informed me that our kids were the first kids who have stayed in the upstairs beds that his wife designed. Take a look in the next time you're near hickory North Carolina, highly suggest you book this on your way towards Asheville or Raleigh depending on which way you're headed.
4. Catawba Science Center
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4.5 based on 129 reviews
Nonprofit science and technology museum featuring freshwater and saltwater aquarium exhibits and a digital planetarium. Traveling exhibits rotate throughout the year.
Reviewed By donrush377
so much to see here, great for kids that are bored, get out of the house and visit, so worth the effort. you want regret it...
5. Hickory Crawdads / L.P. Frans Stadium
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4.5 based on 166 reviews
Reviewed By wbjii - Hickory, United States
Few things better than baseball on a summer evening. LP Frans Stadium is a fine minor league park; there's not a bad seat there. Extra netting to protect fans is a great addition. Many nights there are long lines at the concessions, especially when only one (typically on the 3rd base side) is open.
6. Hickory Museum of Art
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4.5 based on 105 reviews
Reviewed By Two4daroad - Longmont, United States
An eclectic display of wonderful modern art pieces organized and displayed with care and flare. Many sections are set with music that enhance the display. So many modern art museums only have paintings - this museum has a variety of mediums - glass, pottery, murals, sculptures, etc. Good modern art speaks to current culture and issues - this gem has a wide variety. The space is also a work of art - it is open and bright, with different floors and areas to meander.
7. Downtown Hickory Farmers Market
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4.5 based on 60 reviews
Reviewed By S9254FJdeniser - Chesapeake, United States
We stopped while traveling home from the mountains. They had wonderful local produce, honey, and goat cheese. We found parking for our truck and trailer a few blocks away in an empty parking lot.
8. Bakers Mountain Park
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4.5 based on 63 reviews
Reviewed By Bowmanator22 - Charlotte, United States
The view from the top makes this 2.5 mile loop worth it. I was able to do two loops on a trail run. There are some steep, rugged portions of ascent and descent, but I really enjoyed the trek! A short distance from both I-40 and Hwy 321, for easy access.
9. Glenn C Hilton Jr Memorial Park
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4.5 based on 34 reviews
Reviewed By yellowmountaindaisy - North Carolina, United States
Bike paths, walking trails, multiple play areas and picnic shelters, a creek, fields for group play, frisbee golf, and a nature trail with ducks/fish to feed. You might want to bring your own animal friendly food because feeding people food is discouraged, but their food is very pricey. Also be aware that the Park sometimes closes due to limited parking during peak times/seasons.
