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Historic Sites The Salty Southern Route

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    319 Main Street
    Smithfield, VA 23430
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    757-357-5182 (IOW Visitors Center)
    757-294-5271 (Surry County Tourism)
    757-562-1958 (Franklin Business Center)
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The southeastern region of Virginia has long been known for its peanuts, salt-cured hams and pork products. The Salty Southern Route takes you on a journey through this picturesque area to experience this tradition first-hand. From the town of Smithfield, namesake to the world's largest pork producer Smithfield Foods, and the city of Suffolk, home to the world-famous Planter's Peanuts, to the farms, peanut processors and charming country stores of Surry, Sussex, Franklin & Southampton County, you'll experience the culture and people behind the delicious foods the area produces. And of course - you'll get to sample some mighty fine food along the way!

The Salty Southern Route website takes you on suggested itinerary driving tours, highlighting different businesses, historical landmarks, restaurants, breweries, wineries and special events that take place in these counties. Check out this route's online platforms and discover all the fun and adventure you can have when visiting these areas for either a day or an extended trip!

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Last Updated: 03/05/2019

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  • The Arts Center @ 319
    The Arts Center @ 319
    319 Main Street
    Smithfield, VA 23430
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  • Smithfield Farmers Market
    Smithfield Farmers Market
    115 Main Street
    Smithfield, VA 23430
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  • Genuine Smithfield's Historic Walking Tour
    Genuine Smithfield's Historic Walking Tour
    319 Main Street
    Smithfield, VA 23430
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  • Smithfield's Porcine Parade
    Smithfield's Porcine Parade
    319 Main Street
    Smithfield, VA 23430
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  • Historic Smithfield, Virginia
    Historic Smithfield, Virginia
    319 Main Street
    Smithfield, VA 23431
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