Best of Gastonia, NC
The best restaurants, cafés, bars, shops and things to do in Gastonia, NC — mapped and organized by category.
About Gastonia
Gastonia serves as the county seat and most populous city in Gaston County, North Carolina. It ranks as the state's 13th-most populous municipality with a population of 80,411 recorded in the 2020 census. The city is integrated into the Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia Metropolitan Statistical Area.
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Cool Beans Cat Cafe
Cool Beans Cat Cafe is a coffee shop located at 108 East Main Avenue.
View details →Best Hotels in Gastonia
16 places · Where to stay, from budget-friendly to boutique.
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Courtyard by Marriott Charlotte Gastonia
A local hotel in Downtown Gastonia Historic District.
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Hampton Inn Charlotte-Gastonia
A local hotel in Downtown Gastonia Historic District.
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Holiday Inn Express Charlotte West - Gastonia
A local hotel in Downtown Gastonia Historic District.
Best Restaurants in Gastonia
20 places · Where to eat, from neighborhood staples to standout kitchens.
Best Cafés & Coffee in Gastonia
1 places · Coffee shops, roasters and casual spots to linger.
Best Bars & Nightlife in Gastonia
2 places · Cocktail bars, pubs and where the night goes.
Best Things to Do in Gastonia
2 places · Museums, landmarks and the experiences worth your time.
Best Shops in Gastonia
2 places · Independent boutiques, bookstores and places to browse.
Best Parks & Outdoors in Gastonia
20 places · Green space, gardens and room to breathe.
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