Things to Do in Greensboro
Just a Short Drive Away
North Carolina Zoo
4401 Zoo Parkway, Asheboro (about 30 miles from UNCG), (800) 488-0444
From polar bears and sea lions to giraffes and elephants, the zoo's 500 acres of natural-habitat exhibits offer something for everyone.
Childress Winery
1000 Childress Vineyards Road, Lexington (about 37 miles from UNCG), (336) 236-9463
What do you get when you mix a NASCAR driver with 65 acres of vineyards? A state-of-the-art winery like no other! You can tour the 35,000-square-foot facility and learn about the winemaking process, grab a bite in the Bistro, and of course, taste some North Carolina wines.
North Carolina Pottery Center
233 East Avenue, Seagrove (about 40 miles from UNCG), (336) 873-8430
Whether you enjoy looking at pottery or want to shop for some unique gifts, a trip to Seagrove is a must! Once you get there, the North Carolina Pottery Center is a good place to start. Aside from the distinctive pottery displayed at the center, you can get maps and directions to the dozens of local potteries in the area.