Things to do in Winston Salem

Things to do in Winston Salem

11 ranked activities0 in the 90+ Club

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What are the best things to do in Winston Salem?

Outty ranks 11 bookable experiences in Winston Salem, United States. The highest scoring is Carolina History & Haunts Winston-Salem Historical Ghost Tour at 86 out of 100, followed by Winston-Salem True Crime Tour, Wacky Winston-Salem Scavenger Hunt, Old Salem's Ghost Self Guided Outside Walking Tour. Prices start at $8 per person and 0 experiences score 90 or above, putting them in the Outty 90+ Club.

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Top tour operators in Winston Salem

The companies behind the experiences, ranked by how much of Winston Salem they cover.

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Alley Kat Adventures

343 experiences across 203 cities

Avg Outty Ranking 56.0

Zombie Scavengers Hunts

260 experiences across 149 cities

Avg Outty Ranking 52.4

WalknTours

183 experiences across 134 cities

Avg Outty Ranking 58.0

Operation City Quest Scavenger Hunts

162 experiences across 118 cities

Avg Outty Ranking 53.9

Holly Jolly Hunt - Holiday Scavenger Hunt

108 experiences across 96 cities

Avg Outty Ranking 52.4

Triangle Walking Tours: Greensboro

10 experiences across 4 cities

Avg Outty Ranking 61.2

Most Highly Reviewed in Winston Salem

Highest traveler sentiment with enough reviews to trust it.

Last Minute in Winston Salem

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Family Friendly in Winston Salem

Works with children in tow, by age policy and pacing.

Culture & History in Winston Salem

Museums, landmarks and stories behind the streets.

Nightlife in Winston Salem

After dark: bars, shows and evening cruises.

Highest rated in Winston Salem

The top of the Outty Ranking across 11 local experiences

  1. 1Carolina History & Haunts Winston-Salem Historical Ghost Tour1.5h • from $2685.6
  2. 2Winston-Salem True Crime Tour1h • from $1966.2
  3. 3Wacky Winston-Salem Scavenger Hunt2h • from $2058.7
  4. 4Old Salem's Ghost Self Guided Outside Walking Tour0.8h • from $857.6
  5. 5Winston-Salem Historic Guided Walking Tour1h • from $1955.0
  6. 6Fun City Scavenger Hunt in Winston Salem by Operation City Quest2h • from $1053.3
  7. 7Holiday Scavenger Hunt in Winston Salem by Holly Jolly Hunt1h • from $2049.4
  8. 8Winston Salem Ghost Tour of Whispers Wraiths and Widows1h • from $2149.1
  9. 9Zombie Survival Scavenger Hunt in Winston-Salem, NC1h • from $2048.9
  10. 10Unique Scavenger Hunt in High Point by Zombie Scavengers1h • from $2048.9
  11. 11Stand Up Paddledboard Rental, Jordan Lake1.5h • from $6041.3

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What are the best things to do in Winston Salem?
Carolina History & Haunts Winston-Salem Historical Ghost Tour is the highest ranked experience in Winston Salem, scoring 86 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking from 132 traveler reviews. Winston-Salem True Crime Tour, Wacky Winston-Salem Scavenger Hunt, Old Salem's Ghost Self Guided Outside Walking Tour, Winston-Salem Historic Guided Walking Tour round out the top five. Outty ranks 11 bookable experiences in Winston Salem, United States, and 0 of them score 90 or above.
How much do activities in Winston Salem cost?
The median price across everything we rank in Winston Salem is $20 per person, and the cheapest starting price is $8 on Old Salem's Ghost Self Guided Outside Walking Tour. Guided, small-group and skip-the-line versions sit above the median, and peak weekends price higher than midweek mornings.
Can I book something in Winston Salem for today?
Yes. 11 of the top 11 experiences we rank in Winston Salem currently show same-day availability. Same-day slots are limited, so book early in the day where you can.
Is Winston Salem good for families?
Yes. 4 of the experiences we rank in Winston Salem are family friendly, covering short, low-cost activities as well as full-day outings. Check the minimum age on each experience page before booking.
How many days do you need in Winston Salem?
Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting: one anchor experience each morning, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
When is the best time to visit Winston Salem?
Prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
Can I cancel a booking in Winston Salem?
10 of the 11 experiences we rank in Winston Salem offer free cancellation, usually up to 24 hours before the start time. The exact window is shown on each experience page before you book.
How does the Outty Ranking work?
Every experience in Winston Salem gets a single 0 to 100 score built from traveler sentiment, the depth of review evidence, recent booking momentum, price fairness against comparable options in the same city, operator standing and cancellation flexibility. Scores are benchmarked within Winston Salem so a strong local option is not buried by global volume, and anything at 90 or above joins the Outty 90+ Club.

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