Things to Do at Guilford Courthouse National Military Park
Complete Guide to Guilford Courthouse National Military Park in Greensboro
About Guilford Courthouse National Military Park
What to See & Do
Visitor Center and Museum
Start here for the 30-minute film and exhibits that explain the battle's significance. The museum displays artifacts and provides crucial context that makes your walk through the battlefield much more meaningful.
Battle Road Tour
A 2.25-mile driving tour with numbered stops that follows the progression of the battle. You can also walk portions of it - the trail system connects the key sites where Greene positioned his three defensive lines.
Signers Monument
This impressive monument honors the three North Carolinians who signed the Declaration of Independence. It's actually quite striking and offers a nice connection between the ideas of 1776 and the reality of fighting for them in 1781.
Hoskins House Site
The reconstructed foundation of a colonial home that stood during the battle. It gives you a sense of what this area was like when it was a farming community rather than a battlefield.
Monument to Nathanael Greene
A statue honoring the Southern Continental Army commander whose tactical retreat strategy ultimately helped win the war, even though he lost most of his battles.
Practical Information
Opening Hours
Daily 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, closed Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's Day
Tickets & Pricing
Free admission to the park and visitor center
Best Time to Visit
Spring and fall offer the most comfortable weather for walking the grounds. Early morning visits tend to be quieter and better for photography.
Suggested Duration
Plan on 2-3 hours if you want to see the visitor center and drive the battle road tour, or 3-4 hours if you prefer to walk the trails
Getting There
Things to Do Nearby
A combination aquarium, museum, and zoo that's particularly good if you're traveling with kids. About 10 minutes from the battlefield.
Located on the UNC Greensboro campus, it has a surprisingly strong collection of contemporary American art and often features thought-provoking exhibitions.
Built around the original Woolworth's lunch counter where the famous 1960 sit-ins began. It's a powerful complement to the Revolutionary War history.
A peaceful boardwalk trail through wetlands that's perfect for a quiet walk after absorbing all that military history.
Covers local history from Native American times through the present, including exhibits on Dolley Madison and O. Henry, both Greensboro connections.