Salisbury-an old-school town with a cool vibe
Nestled between the beach and the bay, historic Salisbury’s been drawing travelers for almost 300 years. Founded in 1732, its quaint wood and brick-fronted buildings mean Salisbury has an old-world charm to it, while thank to its university and regular art festivals you'll find a friendly, cosmopolitan vibe. What’s more, it’s set at the head of Wicomico River, and surrounded by meandering rivers, rocky creeks and lush woodland with winding trails. Book a Salisbury vacation rental and make the most of the city’s many attractions.
History, art and some furry friends in Salisbury
Salisbury's been around for near on 300 years, and there's few better reminders of this than Pemberton Hall. Built in 1741, it's one of Salisbury's most storied houses. If you're looking for something kid-friendly, then head on down to Salisbury Zoo, which has animals from across the Americas, and offers educational tours and classes. Or how about a place that combines art and wildlife in one place? Then look no further than the Ward Museum. Housed in a sleek building overlooking a bird sanctuary, you can explore the museum's nature-inspired galleries, and pop outside to see their many bird species.
Wind your way through cool Salisbury
With its large student population, Salisbury has a hip feel to it. In spring and summer, many visitors stroll along downtown Salisbury’s brick-lined streets, where you'll find a wide range of boutiques, art galleries and international restaurants. There’s a flea market on every weekend, and the 3rd Friday arts festival happens, (yes, you've guessed it!) on the third Friday of the month. If you also fancy getting out in the great outdoors, there’s kayaking and canoeing on the tree-lined Wicomico River, while scenic trails wind through over 260 acres of woodland in Pemberton Historical Park, just 3 miles from most of the downtown Salisbury vacation rentals.
How to be warm in cool Salisbury
Salisbury's located on the Atlantic Coastal Plain, and has a subtropical climate. Its summers are hot and humid, while its winters are mild, although light blizzards are not unheard of in the area. Sun worshippers will find July and August to their liking, as temperatures soar into the mid 80s. However, these months do experience high humidity and heavy rain showers. If you're looking to stay warm and dry then you're best bet is to book your Salisbury vacation rental in either May or June.
Exploring the natural features in Salisbury
Whether you're an outdoor enthusiast or just want to spend some time taking in the scenery, you'll be sure to find the perfect setting for your vacation in Salisbury. Here are a few of the area's noteworthy features, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:
- Hampton Beach (5 mi / 8.1 km)
- Waterfront Promenade Park (2.1 mi / 3.4 km)
- Salisbury Beach State Reservation (2.2 mi / 3.6 km)
- Salisbury Beach (2.6 mi / 4.2 km)
- Plum Island Point (2.7 mi / 4.3 km)
- Seabrook Beach (3.9 mi / 6.2 km)
Transportation to and around Salisbury
The nearest airport is in Logan International Airport (BOS), located 33.9 mi (54.5 km) from the city center. If you can't find a flight that works for your travel itinerary, you could also fly into Portsmouth, NH (PSM-Portsmouth Intl.), which is 16.8 mi (27 km) away.
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