High Point · Guilford County, NC

Family things to do in High Point

Scout analyzed 38 High Point places and surfaced the ones that actually fit family.

Places analyzed

38

Matches

24

Typical spend

$25

Typical visit

1.4 hr

Scout-verified spots

Local Roots Coffee Shop

Food & Drink

Local Roots Coffee Shop

Local Roots Coffee Shop is a good stop for a quick coffee and pastry, ideal for a solo break or a casual meeting. Expect to spend 30-60 minutes and $5-15 per person.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$5–$15 typical45 min visiteasy parking
Sammy G's Tavern

Nightlife

Sammy G's Tavern

Sammy G's Tavern is suitable for a relaxed dinner or a weekend brunch outing. Expect to spend 1.5 to 2 hours and around $30-$60 per person on a meal with drinks.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed
$30–$60 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Get Air Trampoline Park

Family

Get Air Trampoline Park

This trampoline park is good for a 1.5-hour active family outing or birthday party, costing around $15-25 per person. It's an indoor activity suitable for burning off energy on a weekend.

SportsWellnessPlayful
$15–$25 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Sweet Old Bill's

Food & Drink

Sweet Old Bill's

Sweet Old Bill's is a casual spot for innovative burgers, making it a good choice for a relaxed lunch or dinner. Expect to spend 1-1.5 hours and around $15-35 per person for food and a drink.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed
$15–$35 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking
Tory's Den Cave

Outdoors

Tory's Den Cave

Tory's Den Cave is a free natural attraction within a state park, good for a 1.5-hour adventurous walk with family or solo. It can be paired with a hike in the surrounding park.

OutdoorsViewsHistory
$0 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Otto and Blue

Food & Drink

Otto and Blue

Otto and Blue is suitable for a sit-down meal with friends or family, lasting about 1.5 hours. Expect to spend $20-50 per person for food and drinks.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed
$20–$50 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Gibson Park

Outdoors

Gibson Park

Gibson Park is a good free destination for a casual family outing or solo walk, with dog-friendly trails and a playground. Plan for a 1-2 hour visit, best enjoyed during good weather.

OutdoorsAnimalsViews
$0 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
World's Largest Chest of Drawers

Arts & Culture

World's Largest Chest of Drawers

This is a quick, free roadside stop to see a unique piece of public art, suitable for a brief photo opportunity or a stretch break during a longer drive. It can be paired with other High Point attractions or as a fun detour on a road trip.

ViewsArtsQuirky
$0 typical15 min visiteasy parking
Frady's Taphouse & Eatery

Food & Drink

Frady's Taphouse & Eatery

Frady's Taphouse & Eatery is a casual spot for a meal that could be combined with other local High Point activities. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and $15-30 per person.

FoodRelaxedSocial
$15–$30 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking
Becky's & Mary's Restaurant

Food & Drink

Becky's & Mary's Restaurant

Becky's & Mary's is a casual mom-and-pop soul food spot ideal for a quick, affordable breakfast or lunch. Expect to spend 45 minutes and $10-20 per person on classic dishes in a relaxed setting.

FoodRelaxed
$10–$20 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking
Dive Bar High Point

Nightlife

Dive Bar High Point

Dive Bar High Point is a casual spot for drinks and possibly some bar food, suitable for a relaxed evening. Expect to spend $10-30 per person and stay for 1.5 to 2 hours.

CocktailsSportsFood
$10–$30 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
High Point City Lake Park

Outdoors

High Point City Lake Park

High Point City Lake Park is good for a family-friendly day out, offering various activities like playgrounds, a seasonal amusement park, and swimming. A visit can last 2-4 hours, with costs varying from free entry to around $25 per person for attractions.

OutdoorsAnimalsSports
$0–$25 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
High Point City Lake Pool and Waterslide

Sports & Recreation

High Point City Lake Pool and Waterslide

This is a good spot for a few hours of family fun and swimming on a warm day, costing about $5-15 per person for entry and perhaps a snack. It pairs well with a picnic at the lake or a casual meal afterward.

SportsOutdoorsPlayful
$5–$15 typical3 hr visiteasy parking
Giannos Of High Point

Food & Drink

Giannos Of High Point

Giannos is suitable for a casual dinner outing, offering stone-oven pizzas and Italian options. Expect to spend 75-90 minutes and $20-$40 per person for a meal.

FoodRelaxedSocial
$20–$40 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking
Boulder's Bar & Grill

Food & Drink

Boulder's Bar & Grill

Boulder's Bar & Grill is a casual spot for an affordable meal or drinks, ideal for a relaxed dinner with family or friends. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and around $15-$35 per person.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed
$15–$35 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking
Armstrong Park

Outdoors

Armstrong Park

Armstrong Park is a free, shady park ideal for a casual family outing or solo stroll for 1-2 hours. Enjoy playgrounds, picnic areas, and walking trails along the creek.

OutdoorsSportsViews
$0 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
7 Brew Coffee

Food & Drink

7 Brew Coffee

7 Brew Coffee is a drive-thru coffee shop perfect for a quick and affordable pick-me-up, ideal as a starting point for a day out or a convenient stop on the way to other activities. Expect to spend 5-10 minutes and $5-10 per person.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$5–$10 typical45 min visiteasy parking
Sanibel's

Food & Drink

Sanibel's

Sanibel's is suitable for a sit-down dinner, offering seafood and other classic dishes. Expect a visit of 1.5 to 2 hours, with a typical spend of $30-60 per person.

FoodRelaxedUpscale
$30–$60 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking
The Chat & Chew Cafe

Food & Drink

The Chat & Chew Cafe

A stop for coffee, ice cream, or a small gift. It works well as a quick morning or afternoon break, pairing with errands or a local park visit. Expect to spend $5-15 per person for an hour-long visit.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$5–$15 typical45 min visiteasy parking
Archdale Recreation Center at Creekside Park

Outdoors

Archdale Recreation Center at Creekside Park

This park is suitable for a free, active outdoor visit, offering space for walking or play. It could pair well with a picnic or a casual meal nearby, usually taking a couple of hours.

OutdoorsSportsViews
$0 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Oak Hollow Festival Park

Outdoors

Oak Hollow Festival Park

Oak Hollow Festival Park is suitable for a half-day family outing, offering space for picnics, playgrounds, and lake activities like boating. Expect to spend $0-$25 per person depending on activities, mainly for rentals or food. It pairs well with a casual lunch or an afternoon of outdoor recreation.

OutdoorsAnimalsViews
$0–$25 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Safari Nation High Point

Family

Safari Nation High Point

Safari Nation is an indoor playground for active kids, good for burning energy on a weekend or during bad weather. Expect to spend 2-3 hours and around $10-25 per child for entry and possibly snacks.

AnimalsPlayfulSocial
$10–$25 typical2 hr visiteasy parking
Kersey Valley Escape

Family

Kersey Valley Escape

Kersey Valley Escape is suitable for a half-day family outing, offering various activities for around $30-75 per person. It can be paired with a casual meal nearby or serve as the main event for a weekend adventure.

OutdoorsSportsAdventurous
$30–$75 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Palladium Shopping Center

Shopping

Palladium Shopping Center

A typical shopping mall experience, good for a casual browse or specific shopping trips. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and the cost is dependent on purchases.

ShoppingFoodRelaxed
$0–$100 typical1 hr visiteasy parking

Worth the splurge

When the night needs to land.

What Scout found

  • 26 of the 38 analyzed High Point places fit family.
  • 38% of matches are outdoor or partly outdoor.
  • 92% have easy parking.
  • Dominant moods: Relaxed, Social, Playful, Scenic, Adventurous, Upscale.

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