Old Salem Moravian

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Old Salem is a historic district of Winston-Salem, North Carolina that was originally settled by the Moravian community in 1766. This small city features … See more

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Aug 5, 2024
Wonderful place full of Monrovia history. Staff dressed in period garments and demonstrated their trades. Hundreds of artifacts to see! We really enjoyed Wayne and his gun smithing expertise. Give yo… Full review by jandk819
Jun 15, 2024
Allow a couple of hours and longer if you want to enjoy refreshments. At each place to visit staff in authentic costume tell the story of the people who lived, studied and worked there. They were ver… Full review by BobnSu
Jun 12, 2024
We visited Old Salem today. Was definitely a different story than we were expecting for the area. The people who settled here had a somewhat forward looking view of educating men and women in educa… Full review by Jmdavies001
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Questions & answers

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We are staying at the Marriott. Can we walk to the Old Salem shops?
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Yes you can, but it’s a good long walk. Going back it’s more uphill. Also buses are available (bus station behind Marriott) or taxi/Uber. Once you get there, walking will continue as …
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Yes you can, but it’s a good long walk. Going back it’s more uphill. Also buses are available (bus station behind Marriott) or taxi/Uber. Once you get there, walking will continue as you wander around the area.
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Are children the same price as adults? Is there a half day ticket option? Anyone have "must see" buildings we should visit …
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Are children the same price as adults? Is there a half day ticket option? Anyone have "must see" buildings we should visit with children? Thanks!
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Sorry, I don’t know admission prices. The old church was open while we were there and we very much enjoyed talking with the docent about the history of the Moravian culture and faith. …
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Sorry, I don’t know admission prices. The old church was open while we were there and we very much enjoyed talking with the docent about the history of the Moravian culture and faith. If the church is open when you visit, I’d put that high on the list.
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Where are the tickets purchased? Do they take credit cards? Any ideas for a restaurant for lunch? Thanks!
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The tickets are purchased at the Visitor’s Center. The Salem Tavern is a good place for lunch, but unfortunately it is closing at the end of December.
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Please explain the $80.00 dual ticket prices. Do you have to be related to take advantage of this deal? Are there extra …
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Please explain the $80.00 dual ticket prices. Do you have to be related to take advantage of this deal? Are there extra charges for special events?
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I $80 for two tickets? That is not the going rate. Unless you are talking about the special Salem Christmas evening, where there will be more activities to participate in.
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Is there a place nearby to have a picnic lunch. Need several tables
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I believe there are. There are a few picnic tables around the site.
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