#1.
Sulphur Springs Road, Hiddenite, North Carolina
The one and only public emerald mine in the ... More on TripAdvisor
C., Much better gem mines and staff. More on TripAdvisor

#2.
Sulphur Springs Road, Hiddenite, North Carolina
Kids will love searching for real emeralds and sapphires at the mines. More on travelandleisure
Hiddenite is a good place for kids like the semi bad reviews say for people looking for gems they r there b... More on TripAdvisor

#3.
438 Fort Dobbs Road, Statesville, North Carolina
For those interested in the history of North Carolina, a visit to Fort Dobbs State Historical Site, near St... More on PlanetWare
If you're interested in colonial history, it's worth a lunch stop, but I wouldn't make a special trip to se... More on TripAdvisor

#4.
1501 E Broad St, Statesville, NC 28625, USA

#5.
1849 E Broad St, Statesville, NC 28625, USA
They make little desserts that will make your whole day wonderful . More on Yahoo! Travel
The folks that run this business are incredibly nice the atmosphere is friendly and the offerings are the best in town. More on Yahoo! Travel

#6.
1816 N Center St, Hickory, NC 28601, USA

#7.
1342 2nd St Ne, Hickory, NC 28601, USA
The coffee is ALWAYS fresh and the staff is so upbeat and fun! I would suggest this place over any other coffee location in town. I would rather pay $5.00 for a good hearty robust coffee that ... More on Yahoo! Travel
Gross... More on Yahoo! Travel

#8.
2000 6th Street NW, Hickory
Five picnic shelters with tables and grills; two playgrounds; restrooms; gazebo; nature board walk, lighte... More on Hickorymetro.com
It has a relaxing and educational atmosphere. More on Yahoo! Travel

#9.
North Wilkesboro,NC,US
I have been riding mountain bikes for 18 years, and this trail is now in my top 3 for sure. I dare say that it is more fun than Tsali, although on a smaller scale. This one is usually ridden out an... More on trails.mtbr.com
Finish the trail, and turn around to return to the visitors center. More on trails.mtbr.com

#10.
1960 Us-70 Se, Hickory, NC 28602, USA
Dairy Queen is a two star restaurant in Hickory. This very affordable establishment is one of the popular restaurants in ... More on Open List
That's the name of one of the awesome desserts you'll find at this Orange Julius. More on Yahoo! Travel
