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1. Salisbury National Cemetery ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Category: Attractions
Salisbury National Cemetery
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2. Rowan Museum ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Category: Museums & Culture
Rowan Museum
© Visit Rowan County, NC

3. Dr. Josephus Hall House

Dr. Josephus Hall House
© Historic Salisbury Foundation

4. Piedmont Players Theatre

Category: Entertainment
Piedmont Players Theatre
© Piedmont Players Theatre

5. Lee Street Theatre

Category: Entertainment
Lee Street Theatre
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6. Shuford Stadium

Shuford Stadium
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7. Keppel Auditorium

Keppel Auditorium
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8. Go Burrito

Go Burrito
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9. Il Colosseo Italian Restaurant & Pizzeria

Category: Food & Drink
Il Colosseo Italian Restaurant & Pizzeria
© Il Colosseo Italian Restaurant & Pizzeria

10. Morgan Ridge Railwalk

Category: Activities
Morgan Ridge Railwalk
© Morgan Ridge Railwalk

11. Beacon Hall

Beacon Hall
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12. F&M Bank Trolley System

F&M Bank Trolley System
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13. Fine Frame Gallery

Category: Museums & Culture
Fine Frame Gallery
© Fine Frame Gallery

14. New Sarum Brewing Company

Category: Food & Drink
New Sarum Brewing Company
© New Sarum Brewing Company

15. Blue Waters Pool

Blue Waters Pool
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16. Ellis Park

Category: Activities
Ellis Park
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17. Eagle Point Nature Preserve

Category: Activities
Eagle Point Nature Preserve
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18. Dan Nichols Park and Campground

Category: Accommodations
Dan Nichols Park and Campground
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19. Millbridge Speedway

Category: Entertainment
Millbridge Speedway
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20. Bell Tower Green Park

Category: Activities
Bell Tower Green Park
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21. Blue Bay Restaurant

Category: Food & Drink
Blue Bay Restaurant
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22. Bottle and Can

Bottle and Can
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23. Correll Farms

Category: Activities
Correll Farms
© Correll Farms

24. Gold Hill Mines Historic Park

Category: Activities
Gold Hill Mines Historic Park
© Gold Hill Mines Historic Park

Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

  • Located about halfway between the metropolises of Greensboro and Charlotte, the city of Salisbury, North Carolina is the seat of the state’s Rowan County and is often noted for its preservation of history.
  • Not only a treasure for history buffs, Salisbury is also a great destination for anyone looking for natural parks, lakes, and rolling landscapes.
  • One side of the city boasts numerous historical and natural sites throughout the countryside, while the other features a more urban life, complete with local dives, theater, sports, museums, and shops.

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