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 Catawba Science Center.
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.
Northlakes
If you're spending some time in Northlakes, Lake Hickory and Catawba River are top sights worth seeing.
Downtown Hickory
While there might not be top attractions in Downtown Hickory, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Harper House and Catawba Science Center.
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.
Highland
While Highland isn't home to many top sights, Catawba Science Center and Harper House are some notable places to visit nearby.
Sleep Inn Hickory South
Priced accordingly
Reviewed on Apr 30, 2026
Quality Suites Hickory South
It a great place to stay if u had few more people there are couch beds indouble room. I sèe theee was a out pool look clean i dont knew if it was open yet but it was raining but fully snack machines, friend host but police are deep around area which is great but i kind of felt like they where following ...
Reviewed on Apr 30, 2026
Crowne Plaza Hotel Hickory by IHG
Staff was very friendly and accommodating, the pool was very nice and everything was very clean.
Reviewed on Apr 25, 2026
Smoketree Lodge
Great staff, nice clean establishment , website was accurate in describing the information about the hotel.
Reviewed on Apr 12, 2026
Swiss Mountain Village
This was a really good option for a stay in Blowing Rock. My family of 5 had a comfortable stay and the price was very affordable. I would not recommend staying in the summer as there isn't central AC, only a window unit, so it will be uncomfortable for those who are heat intolerant, but for winter ...
Reviewed on Apr 26, 2026
Chetola Premier Condominiums
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
Hickory Aviation Museum
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Hickory Aviation Museum during your trip to Hickory. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Catawba Science Center
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Catawba Science Center during your travels in Hickory. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
