Planning a trip to Conover, North Carolina? This local guide features my favorite restaurants, coffee shops, family activities, shopping, parks, and hidden gems in and around Conover, Hickory, and Catawba County up to Charlotte about an hour away. Wh...
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Food
The food is always delicious and ready very quickly after placing your order. The kids love that it is delivered to the table via robot. Great atmosphere to eat and laugh with friends.
Dos Amigos Mexican Restaurant
Cozy coffee shop inside Conover Station that's great for breakfast, coffee, or getting some work done.
Narrow Gauge Coffee & Cafe - Conover Station
Local favorite for coffee, pastries, and quick breakfast
The Fresh Bean - Visit Hickory NC
One of the area's most popular Mexican restaurants with a lively atmosphere.
Authentic Mexican Restaurant .. - Casa Azul Mexican Kitchen Conover
Excellent pho and authentic Vietnamese food that many locals recommend.
Pho 777 Vietnamese Cuisine
Known for fresh churros and authentic Mexican food that's worth the stop.
Churrería Los Dorados
Activities
If you love searching through dirt and mud for beautiful natural stones then this place is for you. They have different areas you can dig through or you can purchase a bucket to sift through. I have done both and recommend trying both ways at least ...
Emerald Hollow Mine
Splash pad, playground, walking trails, picnic shelters, and a great place for families.
Conover City Park
Easy walking trail with nature views that's perfect for a relaxing afternoon.
Lyle Creek Greenway, North Carolina - 111 Reviews, Map
Great place to let the kids get out all their energy.
Sky Zone Trampoline Park
We usually get season passes here. Fury 325 is our favorite ride.
Carowinds
Super fun escape rooms that are a great activity for the entire family.
Lake Hickory Escape
Zip lines and aerial obstacle courses overlooking Lake Hickory for families and adventure seekers.
Treetop Adventures Lake Hickory
Beautiful riverfront park with hiking trails, fishing access, kayaking, and picnic areas.
Riverbend Park
Shopping
I absolutely love this place and how it is pay by the pound. Always great deals to find
Goodwill Outlet Store
Has all the typical mall stores and Nori Japan in the food court is the best!!
Valley hills Mall
A fun hidden gem with used books, gifts, candy, crystals, handmade items, and a coffee bar.
Pocket Shops
The first picture is my daughter with her new doll. This is ths only place I know of in North Carolina where you can come and shop for a doll. The owner is super sweet and has it set up where the kids can adopt their baby. They are weighed and measur...
