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11 Things To Do Off Campus At High Point University

There really is life outside "The Bubble"

Jesse Coulson
Jun 21, 2016
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With a campus as beautiful as ours, it's hard to imagine ever wanting to leave it; however, when the time comes that you do get an itch to leave 'The Bubble,'check out these places:

1. Grab dinner at Blue Rock Pizza.

You haven't lived until you've tried their pizza. Sure, The Grille has good pizza, but Blue Rock has great pizza.

2. Go hiking at Hanging Rock State Park.

It's a little bit of a drive from school, but it's totally worth it. The view is amazing, especially at sunset.

3. Stop in and eat some crepes at Penny Path.

No offense to Carolina Diner, but Penny Path is definitely the best breakfast place in High Point.

4. Get your caffeine fix at DeBeen Espresso.

Cool atmosphere and great drinks. You really can't beat it.

Bonus: You'll feel right at home with their giant indoor fountain.

5. Take a weekend trip to Asheville.

Honestly, a weekend trip probably isn't even enough. There's tons to do in Asheville, and the charm of the city is unbeatable.

6. Visit your favorite furry animals at Friendly Pets.

Located in Friendly Shopping Center in Greensboro, you can always find some HPU kids playing with the puppies and kittens. It's the perfect pick-me-up to help get through finals.

7. Fill up on treats at Granny's Donuts.

Don't get me wrong, I love Krispy Kreme, but Granny's Donuts really can't be beat.

8. Find some bargains at Dillard's at Oak Hollow Mall.

Is Oak Hollow Mall creepy and almost completely abandoned? Yes. Will that stop me from finding cute, cheap clothes at Dillard's? No.

9. Pop in to Green Bean in downtown Greensboro.

Clearly I have a caffeine addiction since two different coffee shops made this list. Green Bean is located in Greensboro, within walking distance of a ton of cool restaurants, bars, and cute shops.

10. Drive by the World's Largest Chest of Drawers

Obviously, being the furniture capital of the U.S., High Point does it big.

11. Scope out the graffiti wall in downtown High Point.

Within walking distance from the High Point train station, the graffiti wall is ever-changing and always exciting.

Next time you're tempted to say there's nothing to do off campus, check out this list and plan your next adventure.

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