Hotels in Salisbury

Beneath the university's youthful energy, this Eastern Shore hub reveals unexpected treasures. The Ward Museum of Wildfowl Art houses the world's largest collection of decorative decoys, a uniquely American art form. Catch a Delmarva Shorebirds game at Arthur W. Perdue Stadium, where future baseball stars cut their teeth before the majors. The surprisingly excellent Salisbury Zoo offers free admission and houses animals native to the Americas. History buffs shouldn't miss Poplar Hill Mansion with its Federal-period architecture. After exploring downtown's revival, locals recommend heading to the waterfront where the Wicomico River provides a peaceful backdrop for contemplating how this unassuming city manages to punch well above its cultural weight.