Winston-Salem

Two historical areas—Old Salem and Bethabara—are welcome reminders of the hard-working Moravians who founded the area in the mid-18th century. With its Williamsburg-like period reconstruction (and tasty, tasty cookies), Old Salem in particular shouldn't be missed even if you have only an afternoon to spend in the Twin Cities.

With two world-class art museums, a symphony orchestra, a film festival, the internationally respected North Carolina School of the Arts, and the biannual National Black Theatre Festival, there's plenty for visitors to do within the city limits.