Burlington City Park
Don’t miss riding the 1910 Dentzel Menagerie Carousel as you explore this beautiful family park. Built in the early 1900s - the golden age of carousels and purchased by the City of Burlington in 1948, this is Dentzel Carousel Company’s oldest carousel still in operation. All 46 wooden animals are hand carved out of bass and poplar wood and hand painted.
The Historic Depot
Located on the interior walls are painted murals depicting Burlington’s history from 1893-1993. The Depot houses the Burlington Downtown Corporation and Paramount Theater manager and serves as an excellent location for weddings and other reception events. The Farmers Market is held there Thursdays from May to October. Various yearly concerts and special events also take place.
The Paramount Theater
Built in the 1920s, this renovated theater, located in Historic Downtown Burlington, features an art-deco motif and seating for 398 guests. It is home to Burlington’s community theatre group, The Gallery Players, and host to a variety of other theatrical events and performances.
Alamance Battleground
Alamance Battleground is the site where Royal Governor William Tryon led the NC militia against the Regulators in battle on May 16, 1771. Located on the grounds is the Allen House, a log dwelling characteristic of those lived in by frontier people on the western fringes of the colony.
The Haw River Wine Trail
Enjoy tours and tastings at four distinctive wineries including Benjamin Vineyards & Winery, Glenmarie Vineyards and Winery, Grove Winery and Iron Gate Vineyards at Iron Gate Farm.
