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There's so much to see and experience on the Salty Southern Route, that we suggest you spend the weekend with us. Lodging options vary - anything from RV and campsites to luxury accommodations or top-of-the-line chains - you'll find something for your style and budget. We've even planned out your days if you'd prefer, or you can create your own itinerary. Either way, you'll enjoy a relaxing, memorable journey in our neck of the woods.

FRIDAY:
  • Day one of your journey will bring you into the area from Route 460 where many of the authentic peanut processors have their operations. Plantation Peanuts in Wakefield is a great example of one and the perfect introduction to the Salty Southern Route.
  • Stop for lunch at the iconic Virginia Diner. You can’t travel along 460 without tasting their home-style, authentic southern food.
  • If you’d like a different type of culinary souvenir than peanuts, head to the Hampton Roads Winery in Surry County.
  • Next stop is the Visitor Center in downtown Smithfield where you can pick up information on all that the town has to offer - peruse the art since the Visitor Center shares its space with the Arts Center @319.
  • While exploring the galleries, shops and attractions of downtown Smithfield, check out the “Porcine Parade,” eight life-size statues of market hogs, painted by local artists.
  • Enjoy dinner and adult beverages at Wharf Hill Brewing Company, then walk up the street to the Smithfield Ice Cream Parlor for dessert.
  • Lodging options in downtown Smithfield include the Smithfield Station, the Smithfield Inn, and Mansion on Main Bed & Breakfast and all the stops in town are within easy walking distance from the lodgers.
  • If you'd like to travel a bit further for something even more unique, how about a farm stay at the PandA Homestead in Capron? Collect some eggs, feed the goats and bunnies, fill the duck's water pools, or shower the pigs in the hot summer months - you'll really connect with your food source!
Plantation Peanuts, Wakefield
Virginia Diner, Wakefield
R. M. Felts Packing Company
Hubs Peanuts, Sedley
Goat Tower at the Hampton Roads Winery
Smithfield & Isle of Wight CVB Visitor Center
"Steam Boat Swillie" - downtown Smithfield's Porcine Parade
Wharf Hill Brewing Company
The Smithfield Ice Cream Parlor
The Smithfield Station Waterfront Inn, Restaurant, Conference Center & Marina
The Smithfield Inn
Mansion on Main B&B, downtown Smithfield
SATURDAY:
  • Saturday you’ll explore Surry beginning with Bacon’s Castle, originally built in 1665 and the oldest existing brick dwelling in Virginia. Its name is derived from the fortified role it played in Bacon's Rebellion.
  • Next head to Surry's brand new Visitor Center, located at the historic Courthouse where you'll learn about the area and pick up brochures and other information.
  • Enjoy lunch waterside at the Surry Seafood Company, owned and managed by the same folks who operate the Smithfield Station.
  • Swing by Edwards Ham Shoppe for some edible Salty Southern Route souvenirs, then to the Hampton Roads Winery for a different taste of the region.
  • Head back to Smithfield for a relaxing dinner and drinks on the patio overlooking the Pagan River at the Smithfield Station.
Bacon's Castle
Surry Visitor Center
Surry Seafood Company
Edward's Ham Shoppe
Goat Tower at the Hampton Roads Winery
SUNDAY:
  • Sunday is all about the Peanut Capital – Suffolk.
  • Start with a delicious brunch at the Plaid Turnip in downtown Suffolk.
    Stroll the downtown area, being sure to stop at the Visitor Center, the Planters Peanut Center - and take a selfie with one of downtown Suffolk’s Mr. Peanut statues.
  • If time allows, swing by the Seaboard Station Railroad Museum or Riddick’s Folly House Museum to learn the history of the area.
  • Finish your weekend with a relaxing walk along the scenic trails of the Great Dismal Swamp.
The Plaid Turnip
Take a selfie with Mr. Peanut!
Suffolk Visitor Center
Seaboard Station Railroad Museum
Shopping at the gift shop at Riddick's Folly House Museum
Planters Peanut Center
Walking trails at the Great Dismal Swamp
Wildlife at the Great Dismal Swamp
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​Franklin/ Southampton ​Tourism Office:
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601 N. Mechanic Street Ste. 300 Franklin, VA 23851, 757.562.1958
Smithfield Visitor Center: 319 Main Street, Smithfield, VA 23430, ​757.357.5182
Suffolk ​Visitor Center: 524 North Main Street, Suffolk, VA 23434, 757.514.4130​
Surry ​Visitor Center: 267 Church Street, Surry, VA 23883, 757.294.5095
Sussex County: SussexCountyVA.gov

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  • home
    • About >
      • Virginia Pork Products
      • Virginia Peanuts
    • Franklin & Southampton County
    • Smithfield & Isle of Wight County
    • Suffolk
    • Surry
    • Sussex
  • Attractions
  • Food & Drink
  • Shopping
  • Events
  • Itineraries
    • Day Trip 58 Itinerary
    • Foodie Fanatic Itinerary
    • Day Trip from the Historic Trianble Itinerary
    • Weekend 460 Itinerary
    • The Peanut Trail in Franklin and Southampton
    • Hams and History in Smithfield
  • Lodging
  • contact us
  • Along the Salty Southern Route Blog
  • Directions