Hickory Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

aerial view of Hickory NC
A scenic overlook with a flag on a rock formation, a river in the valley below, and lush greenery.
A valley with autumn-colored trees, a winding road, and distant mountains.
A road flanked by tall trees, a road ends sign, and a distant view of a building.
A mountainous landscape with autumn foliage.

Where to stay in Hickory

Find the best Hickory areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Downtown Hickory

While Downtown Hickory may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Harper House and Signature Spas of Hickory Inc..

A park with a lake, an American flag, a gazebo, and trees.

Viewmont

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Viewmont and surrounding area, you can visit Maple Grove and Hickory Museum of Arts.

Whiteside Mountain in the Fall

Highland

While there might not be top attractions in Highland, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Maple Grove and Hickory Museum of Arts.

Downtown Hickory North Carolina

North Hickory

While there might not be top attractions in North Hickory, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Lake Hickory and Maple Grove.

A river winding through a town surrounded by forests.

Northlakes

While visiting Northlakes, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Hickory and Catawba River.

Sleep Inn Hickory South

Sleep Inn Hickory South

2.5 out of 5
1179 13th Avenue Dr Se Hickory NC
The price is £66 per night from 5 Jul to 6 Jul
£66
5 Jul - 6 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Hickory. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,053 reviews)
"The room was older but clean. The front desk girl was awesome when we checked in(3-11 shift). Would stay here again."

Reviewed on 25 Jun 2026

Sleep Inn Hickory South
Quality Suites Hickory South

Quality Suites Hickory South

2.5 out of 5
1125 13th Avenue Dr Se Hickory NC
The price is £65 per night from 9 Jul to 10 Jul
£65
9 Jul - 10 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Hickory. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
7.6/10 Good! (967 reviews)
"It's under renovation, so no pool. It is very clean, comfy, and the staff were amazing and helpful."

Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026

Quality Suites Hickory South
Hilton Garden Inn Hickory

Hilton Garden Inn Hickory

3 out of 5
1320 17th Street Drive Southeast Hickory NC
The price is £112 per night from 10 Jul to 11 Jul
£112
10 Jul - 11 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Hickory. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (638 reviews)
"Hotel was very clean. Excellent service!"

Reviewed on 18 Jun 2026

Hilton Garden Inn Hickory
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Lake house with private pool.

Lake house with private pool.

Hickory NC
Stay at this holiday home in Hickory. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, private pools and a garden. Popular attractions L.P. Frans Stadium and Hickory Aviation Museum are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (63 reviews)
"This was a great spot to stay! We were on a company trip and got to spend a day at this gorgeous property which was such a wonderful break from the 27hours of driving that came before! Extremely easy to get in and find and VERY comfortable and clean!"

Reviewed on 26 May 2026

Lake house with private pool.
Smoketree Lodge

Smoketree Lodge

3 out of 5
11914 Highway 105 Banner Elk NC
Stay at this aparthotel in Banner Elk. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Grandfather Mountain and Sugar Mountain Resort ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (285 reviews)
"Rooms were clean and staff was extra friendly... But the pictures on the site don't accurately represent this property. The inside of the lodge is very cool... but the game room pictures are apparently very old. The games shown in the pictures were not the same. The cool arcade games were missing... ..."

Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026

Smoketree Lodge
Swiss Mountain Village

Swiss Mountain Village

3 out of 5
2324 Flat Top Rd Blowing Rock NC
Stay at this cabin in Blowing Rock. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a picnic area. Popular attractions Tweetsie Railroad and The Blowing Rock are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (194 reviews)
"Swiss Mountain Village is an affordable, tranquil place to stay while on vacation."

Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026

Swiss Mountain Village
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Stay near popular Hickory attractions

Lenoir-Rhyne University

8.4/5 (107 reviews)
Enjoy the student vibe at Lenoir-Rhyne University during your stay in Hickory. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
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