Guidebook for Winston-Salem

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Guidebook for Winston-Salem

Sightseeing

Before there was the Empire State Building, there was the Reynolds Building, which served as the inspiration for the design of the more famous successor in NY. Originally the headquarters of Reynolds tobacco, this art deco hotel is a trendy place to stop in for a drink and get a taste of what Winston-Salem looked like in its heyday in the 1930s. http://www.thecardinalhotel.com/boutique-winston-salem-hotel-photos/#rec
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Kimpton Cardinal Hotel
51 N Main St
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Before there was the Empire State Building, there was the Reynolds Building, which served as the inspiration for the design of the more famous successor in NY. Originally the headquarters of Reynolds tobacco, this art deco hotel is a trendy place to stop in for a drink and get a taste of what Winston-Salem looked like in its heyday in the 1930s. http://www.thecardinalhotel.com/boutique-winston-salem-hotel-photos/#rec
A little drive away (little, like over an hour), but this quaint town was the hometown of Andy Griffith, and the inspiration for his iconic TV show about a sleepy town called Mayberry (see the play on words?) There are fun sights, museums, etc. devoted to the actor and the show that put Mt. Airy on the map. Fun fact, if you are a fan of the show and you remember references to Mount Pilot, well, you will pass the real Pilot Mountain on your way up 52 North to Mt. Airy.
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Mount Airy
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A little drive away (little, like over an hour), but this quaint town was the hometown of Andy Griffith, and the inspiration for his iconic TV show about a sleepy town called Mayberry (see the play on words?) There are fun sights, museums, etc. devoted to the actor and the show that put Mt. Airy on the map. Fun fact, if you are a fan of the show and you remember references to Mount Pilot, well, you will pass the real Pilot Mountain on your way up 52 North to Mt. Airy.
If you visit Old Salem, do not neglect to catch a picture of the big coffee pot. It's... well, it's just a big coffee pot, but you know; you gotta get pictures of this stuff when the opportunity arises.
Big Coffee Pot (Landmark)
401 Old Salem Rd
If you visit Old Salem, do not neglect to catch a picture of the big coffee pot. It's... well, it's just a big coffee pot, but you know; you gotta get pictures of this stuff when the opportunity arises.

Drinks & Nightlife

Just the latest in micro breweries where Winston-Salem hip hang out. It's BYOF (food), but usually there is a food truck parked nearby, if you really need to eat.
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Wise Man Brewing
826 Angelo Bros Ave
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Just the latest in micro breweries where Winston-Salem hip hang out. It's BYOF (food), but usually there is a food truck parked nearby, if you really need to eat.

Parks & Nature

Muddy Creek Greenway is a 3 mile-long flat paved asphalt trail that is perfect for a walk, jog, or bike ride. There is a 1.5 mile branch that comes off the trail that can be accessed just over 1 mile from the house. If you drive out of the development, up Glousman Rd, but then turn right on Alistair, follow that to the T and turn right, and the trail head is on the left. This is a great spot for kids- it is an easy ride on bikes, and there is a playground and dog park along the trail. https://www.traillink.com/trail/muddy-creek-greenway/
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Muddy Creek Greenway
285 Meadowlark Dr
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Muddy Creek Greenway is a 3 mile-long flat paved asphalt trail that is perfect for a walk, jog, or bike ride. There is a 1.5 mile branch that comes off the trail that can be accessed just over 1 mile from the house. If you drive out of the development, up Glousman Rd, but then turn right on Alistair, follow that to the T and turn right, and the trail head is on the left. This is a great spot for kids- it is an easy ride on bikes, and there is a playground and dog park along the trail. https://www.traillink.com/trail/muddy-creek-greenway/
If you wan to exert yourself a little more than on Winston-Salem's multitude of greenways, head north to Pilot Mountain, where you can ascend to the knob and try out various trails of varying difficulty.
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Pilot Mountain
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If you wan to exert yourself a little more than on Winston-Salem's multitude of greenways, head north to Pilot Mountain, where you can ascend to the knob and try out various trails of varying difficulty.

Arts & Culture

Reynolda House provides a two-for-one: you get to appreciate some American art, but it is also in the confines of one of the homes of the Reynolds family, part of Winston-Salem's aristocracy. See how the wealthy lived in the early 20th century while enjoying family artifacts and some beautiful gardens for walking.
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Reynolda House Museum of American Art
2250 Reynolda Rd
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Reynolda House provides a two-for-one: you get to appreciate some American art, but it is also in the confines of one of the homes of the Reynolds family, part of Winston-Salem's aristocracy. See how the wealthy lived in the early 20th century while enjoying family artifacts and some beautiful gardens for walking.
Old Salem is... well, old Salem. Settled by the Moravians in 1766, many buildings are original, including Salem Academy, one of the oldest girls' boarding schools in the U.S. (established 177). Enjoy seeing tour guides in period costumes and demonstrating many crafts and trades from the 18th century. The Tavern at Old Salem is a great spot for dinner in a historic building. http://www.oldsalem.org/
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Old Salem Visitor Center
900 Old Salem Rd
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Old Salem is... well, old Salem. Settled by the Moravians in 1766, many buildings are original, including Salem Academy, one of the oldest girls' boarding schools in the U.S. (established 177). Enjoy seeing tour guides in period costumes and demonstrating many crafts and trades from the 18th century. The Tavern at Old Salem is a great spot for dinner in a historic building. http://www.oldsalem.org/

Food Scene

River Birch is just 1.5 miles down Peace Haven Rd. Featuring Mountain Casual Dining, which includes a nice assortment of American foods.
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River Birch Lodge
3324 Robinhood Rd
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River Birch is just 1.5 miles down Peace Haven Rd. Featuring Mountain Casual Dining, which includes a nice assortment of American foods.
If you want some quick Mexican fare, La Caretta is just 1.7 miles away. The food is good and super fast if you are in a hurry. Even though it is a very popular restaurant in this neighborhood, there is almost never a wait to be seated.
La Carreta
1989 N Peace Haven Rd
If you want some quick Mexican fare, La Caretta is just 1.7 miles away. The food is good and super fast if you are in a hurry. Even though it is a very popular restaurant in this neighborhood, there is almost never a wait to be seated.