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Greensboro by train

Civil rights history and downtown gardens

The J. Douglas Galyon Depot is close to South Elm Street. The Civil Rights Museum and LeBauer Park offer distinct indoor and outdoor choices for a day out.

Times to reach each place are planning allowances from the station, not measured routes. Check directions, opening hours and accessibility before you go.

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Stone columns frame the entrance to Greensboro’s J. Douglas Galyon Depot, beneath the Southern Railway inscription.
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Places near Greensboro station

culture

International Civil Rights Center & Museum

Visit the historic sit-in site and explore the museum's account of the American civil rights movement.

15 min walking allowance each way1h 45m suggested visit

Published business hours are Monday–Saturday 10 AM–6 PM; closed Sunday. Book an actual tour time and confirm holiday changes. A business-hours window does not guarantee admission at that time.

Paid admission and a confirmed tour are needed. Available tour formats take about 60–105 minutes; choose one that fits the train window.

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Source checked 2026-11-06. Times are planning allowances.
outdoors · culture

LeBauer Park

Spend time among gardens and public art, including the suspended sculpture above the lawn, with Center City Park nearby.

20 min walking allowance each way1h suggested visit

LeBauer and Center City Parks are open daily 7 AM–10 PM, subject to weather, maintenance and events. Children's Garden closes at 9 PM. The splash pad is closed for the 2026 season.

The visit covers public park spaces. Seasonal skating, cafés and scheduled programs have separate hours and arrangements.

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Source checked 2026-11-06. Times are planning allowances.

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