Hickory, NC
Travel Guide
Visit Hickory
Where to stay in Hickory
North Hickory
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in North Hickory and surrounding area, you can visit Lake Hickory and The Crossing at Hollar Mill.
Northlakes
If you're spending some time in Northlakes, Lake Hickory and Catawba River are top sights worth seeing.
Viewmont
Though Viewmont might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Catawba Science Center and Harper House.
Long View
While Long View might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Hickory Aviation Museum and L.P. Frans Stadium.
Ridgeview
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Ridgeview and surrounding area, you can visit Hickory Community Theatre and Signature Spas of Hickory Inc..
Highland
While Highland isn't home to many top sights, The Crossing at Hollar Mill and Catawba Science Center are some notable places to visit nearby.
Sleep Inn Hickory South
Clean, quiet room, great walk-in shower, good hot breakfast, comfortable bed
Reviewed on 16 January 2026
Crowne Plaza Hotel Hickory by IHG
We stated there overnight while going to Tennessee. The room was clean , comfortable and the breakfast was delicious.
Reviewed on 28 January 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Boone University
Room was nice and staff was great!
Reviewed on 28 January 2026
Smoketree Lodge
Well located, near Sugar Mountain. The room was confortable and with very good amenities.
Reviewed on 13 January 2026
Swiss Mountain Village
Easy check in and out. The cabin and surrounding grounds were in excellent condition and well kept. A call to the office with questions was answered promptly and courteously.
Reviewed on 19 January 2026
Chetola Premier Condominiums
The room was very nice, not super clean, but it was nice.
Reviewed on 25 January 2026
Popular places to visit
Hickory Metro Convention Center
Learn about the events happening at Hickory Metro Convention Center during your trip to Hickory. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Lenoir-Rhyne University
Enjoy the collegiate vibe at Lenoir-Rhyne University as part of your travels around Hickory. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
Catawba Valley Medical Center
Though Catawba Valley Medical Center might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Hickory while you are here.
Frye Regional Medical Center
Though Frye Regional Medical Center might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Hickory while you are here.
Valley Hills Mall
You can enjoy retail therapy at Valley Hills Mall during your trip to Hickory. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
L.P. Frans Stadium
Catch an event at L.P. Frans Stadium during your trip to Hickory. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Other places like Hickory
- Hickory Metro Convention Center
- Lenoir-Rhyne University
- Catawba Valley Medical Center
- Frye Regional Medical Center
- Valley Hills Mall
- L.P. Frans Stadium
- Catawba Science Center
- Signature Spas of Hickory Inc.
- The Crossing at Hollar Mill
- Harper House
- Hickory Community Theatre
- Bakers Mountain Park
- Maple Grove
- Hickory Museum of Arts
- Lake Hickory
- Catawba River
