High Point Travel Guide

  After another happy meal
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  • After another happy meal
      After another happy meal
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      Yes, that is a 6 story dresser
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Things to Do  

Kersey Valley Zipline

Kersey Valley Zipline, High Point

 etfromnc Says:  Do you see the zipline adventures on The Amazing Race or some of the travel channel shows and wish that could be you, but with just a bit of apprehension? I am a pilot and will fly in just about anything but I like to stay inside the aircraft, even if it is an open cockpit... 

Furniture Discovery Center

Furniture Discovery Center, High Point

 queensgirl Says:  This museum simulates a modern furniture factory. It shows how furniture is actually made. 

Angela Peterson Doll & Miniature Museum

Angela Peterson Doll & Miniature Museum, High Point

 queensgirl Says:  For doll lovers-One of the South's largest doll museums featuring more than 2200 dolls, miniatures, doll houses. Special exhibit of over 115 Shirley Temple Dolls. 

Hotels  

Courtyard By Marriott High Point

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Ashford Suites Hotel

 1 Review and 82 Opinions  About $100 a night during the off season Nice hotel with offers just suites. The suites were very... 

Restaurants  

Giannos: Italian food near I-40 and 311

Giannos: Italian food near I-40 and 311, High Point

 etfromnc Says:  Wood and leather, very cordial staff and they have lots of eating areas but the one we were in was completely filled before they seated anyone in any of the others. This was the first place where I had eaten in High Point since I was in college. The food was good but not... 

Dan Thai Jazz Bistro: Thai & Jazz together at Last!

Dan Thai Jazz Bistro: Thai & Jazz together at Last!, High Point

 KittyConduitt81 Says:  An adorable restaurant with great food! Located in a small shopping center, this restaurant is anything but typical. My friend and I went there for lunch and were delighted with the menu and the ambience. The wait staff is very friendly and efficient. The plates have the... 

Fire and Sticks Japanese Steakhouse & Sushi: Fire and Sticks Japanese Steakhouse & Sushi

Fire and Sticks Japanese Steakhouse & Sushi: Fire and Sticks Japanese Steakhouse & Sushi, High Point

 amymayk Says:  The name of the restaurant grew out of a child’s description of the hibachi and chopstick experience. I’m sure your visit will exceed your expectations. It has cool curved walls, innovative lighting, and comfortable hibachi seating to the extensive sushi menu, there is no... 

Fire-Sticks: Teppan Yaki

Fire-Sticks: Teppan Yaki, High Point

 wood_brothers21 Says:  A large full service resaurant near Greensboro and I-40. This Japanese steak house was most accomodating despite the late hour at which we arrived. Copius amounts of food were prepared in front of us on the grill, the soup was great as too was the salad with ginger... 

Brewster's Ice Cream: I scream, you scream....

Brewster's Ice Cream: I scream, you scream...., High Point

 Huncher2 Says:  If there is one thing people drive to High Point for, it's for Brewster's Ice Cream. This is some of the BEST ice cream you can get ANYWHERE! All of the flavors are great 

Nightlife  

LA Grille: Karaoke

LA Grille: Karaoke, High Point

 Huncher2 Says:  This place is okay if you are just wanting to get out of the house on a Sunday night or something. Relaxed 

Club Candlelights: The only place to go....

Club Candlelights: The only place to go...., High Point

 Huncher2 Says:  Basically the ONLY club in High Point. It's a decent place, but basically you are gonna see the same people every weekend, and it's on the small side. They do have a comedy night on Wednesdays I think, which is okay. Dress Code is Relaxed...... 

Transportation  

The best way i got there was...

The best way i got there was..., High Point

 cjg1 Says:  The best way i got there was by driving my truck.Getting around i had to rent a car as my truck had had enough. There is an Enterprise on the other side of town from I-85 on route 311. 

Shopping  

Oak Hollow Mall: Shopping

Oak Hollow Mall: Shopping, High Point

 Huncher2 Says:  This is the only mall in High Point, and basically you are gonna see either teenagers, or middle aged couples. Any and everything. 

Local Customs  

American Idol

American Idol, High Point

 Huncher2 Says:  Of course this is the hometown of American Idol winner Fantasia Barrino. So when you are driving into the city, you will see different signs welcoming you to the city, and Fantasia Barrino signs. 

Off The Beaten Path  

Thomasville's Biggest Chair in the World?

Thomasville's Biggest Chair in the World?, High Point

 KittyConduitt81 Says:  Although larger ones have been built, many Thomasville residents still boast that the Big Chair, a 30 foot landmark replica of a Duncan Phyfe armchair, that rests in the middle of the city. between the two Main Streets is the World's Largest Chair. The original "Big Chair"... 

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High Point Hijinx

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 High Point, North Carolina is often referred to as the "Furniture Capital of the World" or "North Carolina's International City" due to the semi-annual High Point Market that attracts numerous... 

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High Point, North Carolina

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 High Point is the furniture capital of the United States. It is located in the Piedmont Triad of Greensboro, Winston-Salem, and High Point. 

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cjg1's new High Point Page

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 Well I must admit I have visited this town rather unintentionally. My transmission decided I needed to visit it so ... 

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High point the furniture capitol of the world

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 I came to High Point the first time in 1969 as an exchange student with Rotary International. I made a lot of new friends during my school year at High Point central high school. I have been back to... 

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Furniture Capital of the U.S.

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 Welcome to the Furniture mecca of the U.S. There are many furniture stores that offer great discounts. Most do not collect sales tax but that is changing so be sure to check with each individual... 

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