Winston - Salem, NC

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Visit museums, mansions and one of the most picturesque college campuses in the U.S. in this North Carolina college city known as “Twin City.”

Winston-Salem is a city of many nicknames. Some call the North Carolina college city the "Twin City" after the towns Winston and Salem were merged to form Winston-Salem in 1913. R.J. Reynolds Tobacco Company’s famous Camel cigarettes were first produced here, which gave the city the nickname "Camel City.” Many locals call Winston-Salem "The Dash," a reference to the hyphen between Winston and Salem and the name of a local baseball team. Whatever you call it, this city in North Carolina has attractions to suit most travelers.

Visit Winston-Salem's "Front Porch," officially known as the West End Historic District. This area began as the exclusive community of families made wealthy from the local textile and tobacco industries. See the beautiful homes on Millionaires' Row, where the famous Hanes and Reynolds families lived. Today, this area is full of boutique shops and restaurants.

Winston-Salem is home to Wake Forest University. Enjoy a walk through the picturesque college campus, which is regarded as one of the most beautiful in the country. There are always musical, theatrical and dance performances happening on campus. The Hanes Art Gallery is dedicated to cotton magnate Philip Hanes and his wife Charlotte for their contributions to the arts. The gallery frequently hosts exhibits featuring international artists.

Downtown Arts District, known as DADA, is a popular area downtown. Browse art galleries, studios and shops or enjoy a meal in one of its many cafés.Take children of all ages to the SciWorks. Browse a state-of-the-art planetarium, dozens of exhibits and a large environmental park.

Walk through a recreation of a historical town at the Old Salem Museum and Gardens. See what it was like in Winston-Salem's golden era at the Reynolda House Museum of American Art. This regal estate was built in 1917 by tobacco magnate R.J. Reynolds. Today, the house has historically furnished rooms, American art and family memorabilia.

Winston-Salem remains warm and sunny throughout the year. Explore tree-lined boulevards and historical homes on foot or rent a car to see the city’s outer limits.

Where to stay in Winston - Salem

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Williamsburg Square

Travelers like the shopping in Williamsburg Square, and Hanes Mall is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Williamsburg Square
Hawthorne Inn and Conference Center

Hawthorne Inn and Conference Center

3 out of 5
420 High St, Winston-Salem, NC
$79 nightly
The price is $89 total per night from Oct 15 to Oct 16
$89 total
Oct 15 - Oct 16
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Winston-Salem. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,013 reviews)
"All good"

Reviewed on Oct 8, 2025

Hawthorne Inn and Conference Center
Quality Inn & Suites Hanes Mall

Quality Inn & Suites Hanes Mall

2.5 out of 5
2008 S Hawthorne Rd, Winston-Salem, NC
$61 nightly
The price is $69 total per night from Nov 2 to Nov 3
$69 total
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Winston-Salem. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
6.8/10 (1,011 reviews)
"Try 3 times to get the right room to find it dirty and not clean and then the next day they check me out even paid for 2 night"

Reviewed on Oct 6, 2025

Quality Inn & Suites Hanes Mall
Best Western Plus University Inn

Best Western Plus University Inn

3.5 out of 5
3050 University Pkwy, Winston-Salem, NC
$76 nightly
The price is $85 total per night from Nov 2 to Nov 3
$85 total
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Winston-Salem. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,007 reviews)
"This is our choice hotel while visiting our son at Wake Forest. This was the first time we had an issue with our reservation. It was cancelled somehow. Still not sure who is responsible. Terrance the manager at the hotel was helpful in securing a room for us. Breakfast was delightful as always. Staff ..."

Reviewed on Sep 28, 2025

Best Western Plus University Inn
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Landing Winston-Salem near Wake Forest University

Landing Winston-Salem near Wake Forest University

4 out of 5
2030 Northcliffe Dr, Winston-Salem, NC
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Winston-Salem. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Popular attractions Hanes Mall and Airbound Trampoline ...
Landing Winston-Salem near Wake Forest University
Charming 4-bedroom house with AC and WiFi in wonderful Winston-Salem

Charming 4-bedroom house with AC and WiFi in wonderful Winston-Salem

Winston-Salem
Stay at this vacation home in Winston-Salem. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Old Walkertown Stadium and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2 reviews)
Stay
"Overall pleasant stay"

Reviewed on May 10, 2025

Charming 4-bedroom house with AC and WiFi in wonderful Winston-Salem
Cozy 1-bedroom condo in Downtown Winston-Salem, free parking!

Cozy 1-bedroom condo in Downtown Winston-Salem, free parking!

Winston-Salem
Stay at this condo in Winston-Salem. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and air conditioning. Popular attractions Hanes Mall and Theatre Alliance are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (5 reviews)
"this is a really nice property and is an easy walk to all the restaurants and shops downtown. The only downside for me is that there is no television in the apartment. So I had to resort to watching football on my phone. Otherwise everything was great."

Reviewed on Sep 30, 2025

Cozy 1-bedroom condo in Downtown Winston-Salem, free parking!
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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