Whether you are looking for a sweet treat at Smitty's Homemade Ice-cream, a locally brewed beer at Burlington Beer Works, or to see one of the many theatrical productions playing monthly at the historical Art Deco Paramount Theater (under renovation), Downtown Burlington has many fun small surprises.
Burlington offers a unique shopping experience. For many Made in NC items The Owl & Rabbit Gallery is the place to visit. Purchase a colorful lock from the gallery and have it inscribed with you and your favorite person's initials and a date. You can add your keepsake lock to the giant heart sculpture in the courtyard of the Blend & Co coffee shop.
Bella's House offers stylish consignment furniture and art and Wayne's Attic is a treasure trove of antiques and vintage items. For the book lover, Persnickety Books has hundreds of used books in a cozy atmosphere. If you are looking for a sweet treat, Miles of Sweetness has delicious desserts such as cheesecakes and caramel apples. You can find more information on Downtown Burlington here.
Venture out of downtown and explore City Park, which houses an original Dentzel Carousel. Ride the mini-train or take the kids on one of the other amusement rides in the park. Your family will also enjoy the Splash Park at the Maynard Aquatic Center in the summer, located behind City Park. The Carousel Festival is an annual event at City Park celebrating the carousel and the city, with local artists, live music, food trucks and much more.
Just up the road is the Textile Heritage Museum sharing the amazing history of the early American industrial textile era of the Southeastern United States.
Grab a cup of coffee at Converge on Church Street, featuring Alamance Kaffee Works coffee, or nearby Salvation Coffee Company, a local veteran owned coffee shop. There is so much to explore in Burlington. Check out other businesses here.
Burlington is located off exit 145 off Highway I-40.
