3 Best Landmarks in Greensboro, NC

While staying in the Durham/Raleigh area, we were looking for something to do and came across Guilford Courthouse National Military Park. Since it was an NPS site, we decided to check it off our list—and I’m so glad we did. This is a beautiful memorial honoring the Patriots who fought in the Battle of Guilford during the Revolutionary War, especially General Greene. The highlight of our visit was the NPS ranger at the visitor center. He was incredibly knowledgeable about the park and the battle, explaining everything in great detail with genuine enthusiasm. It was clear that he truly takes pride in his job, and his passion for history made the experience even better. Inside the visitor center, they also had replicas of items from the colonial and Revolutionary War era. I found the replica of New York colony currency particularly fascinating and took a picture of it. Little details like that really added to the visit. The visitor center closed at 5 PM on the day we arrived, but fortunately, the rest of the park remained open, allowing us to explore the memorials. They also had a separate parking lot that stays open past the visitor center’s hours, making it easy to still walk around and take in the history. Overall, this was a great stop and a well-preserved piece of American history. I highly recommend visiting if you’re in the area.

Guilford Courthouse National Military Park is a gem! The beautiful trails are perfect for a peaceful walk or a bit of light hiking, surrounded by lush greenery and rich history. I love how well-maintained the paths are, making it easy to explore and learn about the historical significance of the area. Plus, spotting deer along the way is such a treat—it adds to the serene, natural atmosphere. Whether you’re a history buff or just looking for a scenic escape, this park is a must-visit.

I really enjoyed this park, the pathway goes all around back to where you entered. You can also bring your fur babies here for a nice stroll, learn some history, look forward to coming back here again.

Chaperoned for my son's class field trip, and had a great time. This museum is a public gem! Admission is free. Everything is well organized and very clean and neatly kept. Very well managed. Staff was very organized with the tour and activities they had for our 4th grade kids, and were very informative, insightful, and patient so I'm very appreciative of their staff. I can't wait to go back with the rest of the family! Oh, they also open on weekends, so that's a huge plus.

I can't believe that this museum is free. Absolutely love it. It was a really huge job of staff. Such nice exhibits and interactive activity with sounds and live buttons. One of the exhibits is like a real small city, amazing. Not a big parking lot. On weekdays we found a spot for parking.

This is my second trip to the museum and I enjoyed it this time just as much as the first time. The stained glass window is absolutely stunning in person.