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Historic Salisbury North Carolina
Salisbury North Carolina is one of the best North Carolina cities and is set apart by a strong allegiance to historic preservation, a commitment to the arts and cultural events, and a strong community that values giving their time and focus to education in the arts. The city of Salisbury welcomes both amateur and professional artists in all areas of the arts, and supports them through the many North Carolina activities available to the public.
Salisbury is proud to offer a lively downtown area that covers several blocks in close proximity to the intersection of Innes Street and Main Street. Dominated by small locally owned merchants, the downtown area offers a wide variety of restaurants with an assortment of cuisines.
Also in the downtown area are a collection of specialty antique stores, quaint shops, and a lot of cultural attractions that everyone will enjoy. Also a big hit in Salisbury are the Downtown Night Outs, held throughout the year, providing opportunities for late night dinners and shopping, a visit to a club to listen to some great music and to visit with friends and neighbors.
Salisbury offers activities from Historical walking tours to cultural resources and sporting events as well as galleries, shopping, music, and restaurants and so much more. So come visit one of North Carolina's great vacation spots and see what we have to offer!
Historic Salisbury North Carolina Attractions
Clyde's - The 1840's log structure, overlooks where the main gate of the prison once stood. This structure was the Garrison house for the guards and is all that remains of the Salisbury Military Prison. Come see the artifacts on the site of Confederate Prison.
Historic Downtown Salisbury - Come take the guided walking tour that covers the 30 blocks of historical landmarks that include the Dr. Josephus Hall House, built in 1820 as the Salisbury Female Academy, and the Utzman-Chambers House, an 1819 Federal townhouse.
Historic Rockwell Museum - With new exhibits being displayed every spring and fall, this never gets old. Artifacts from can be seen from the late 19th and early 20th century.
Historic Salisbury Trolley Tour - Let the guides take you into the past of Salisbury's rich history with this tour of the historic district. You will get an up close view of the many personalities that have shaped this town in both the past and present!
Salisbury Heritage Walking Tour - A do it yourself walking tour, this is two miles of history and architecture of Historic Downtown Salisbury.
Salisbury History & Art Trail - The Trail features sites, markers, monuments and art relating to significant people and places in local history, culture, industry and the arts. This unique trail falls mainly in historic downtown Salisbury and is a great way to spend an afternoon exploring the town.
North Carolina Transportation Museum - The museum features thirteen buildings, 57 acres, including a restored roundhouse and exhibits on early transportation. It is located on the site of what used to be the Southern Railway Company's largest steam locomotive repair facility. Come see some amazing antique automobiles at "Bumper to Bumper" and trace the history of transportation in "Wagons, Wheels & Wings." Experience days of the working railroad repair shop in the restored 1924 Robert Julian roundhouse.
Seasonal train rides for a fee are available as well as an audiovisual show, visitors center, and gift shop.
Salisbury North Carolina Outdoor Activities
Dan Nicholas Park & Campground - This family campground is open all year long and offers some really great stuff to do! If you like fishing you're in luck. There is a 10 acre lake to take out paddle boats, and spend the day fishing. There are also tennis courts available as well as several ball fields, miniature golf, and other sports like volleyball and horseshoes...wait, is horseshoes a sport?
There are picnic areas, a carousel for the kids and even a tiny train for the kids to ride on. There is also Rowan wildlife adventures, and a fresh water aquarium! This is the place to be if you love the outdoors! And believe it or not there is still more to do!
Bicycling Rowan County - Pick up your map at the visitors center that details the bicycle route system with five numbered routes and a system of unsigned connectors. This 226-mile system links cities, towns, points of interest and recreational areas via the more lightly traveled roads favored by local bicyclists. This is a great way to explore Rowan County.
Eagle Point Nature Preserve - With 4.5 miles of trails to vistas of the lake and wildlife observation points, visitors can hike the two hundred acre natural area on remote part of High Rock Lake. With nature trails, canoe access during the season, and fishing from the shore, enjoy a quiet afternoon in nature.
RiverPark - Free to the public, RiverPark at Cooleemee Falls features large picnic shelter, canoe portage, hiking trails, rest room facilities and a beautiful setting for fun and adventure!
Tamarac Marina & Campground - High Rock Lake is a 15,000-acre reservoir on the Yadkin River featuring excellent boating and fis - hing opportunities.
Yadkin River Trail - The Yadkin River, which forms part of Rowan County's northeastern border, is a scenic river perfect for canoeing and rafting. If you prefer to just float on the river you can enjoy the beauty of unspoiled wildlife and natural vegetation. Boat access area is located on Hannah's Ferry Road off Old Mocksville Rd. Sport fishing and duck hunting are permitted in season with proper licensing. Trail maps are available at the Rowan County Convention & Visitors Bureau.
Salisbury History & Art Trail - The Trail features sites, markers, monuments and art relating to significant people and places in local history, culture, industry and the arts. This unique trail falls mainly in historic downtown Salisbury and is a great way to spend an afternoon exploring the town. Need a map? You can get one at the visitors center.
Salisbury North Carolina features a flawless display of natural beauty with pristine lakes and rivers on a backdrop of rolling hills, balanced with quaint small towns, and the historic yet sophisticated main street of Downtown Salisbury, NC.
Since it is located in the West central part of North Carolina, in the Piedmont region, it is close to North Carolina lakes, beautiful beaches in North Carolina, North Carolina mountains and some of the most popular North Carolina attractions. Come visit Salisbury North Carolina, you'll love it here!
