Fruitland

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Fruitland, Maryland is a charming city located on the picturesque Eastern Shore. Known for its friendly community and scenic surroundings, Fruitland is a popular destination for travelers seeking a peaceful getaway. The city is surrounded by lush farmlands and rolling hills, providing a serene backdrop for outdoor activities and relaxation.

One of the highlights of Fruitland is the scenic Roaring Point Park, a beautiful waterfront park that offers stunning views of the Nanticoke River. Visitors can enjoy picnicking, birdwatching, and hiking along the park's trails, or take a leisurely stroll along the riverfront. The park is also a popular spot for fishing and crabbing, making it a great destination for outdoor enthusiasts.

For history buffs, Fruitland offers the opportunity to explore the area's rich heritage. The nearby Salisbury Zoological Park is home to a variety of wildlife from around the world, and the Arthur W. Perdue Stadium is a great place to catch a baseball game and experience the local sports culture. The city also hosts a number of annual events and festivals, including the Fruitland Pumpkin Festival and the Strawberry Festival, which celebrate the region's agricultural roots.

In addition to its natural beauty and cultural attractions, Fruitland is also a hub for shopping and dining. The city boasts a variety of unique boutiques, antique shops, and art galleries, making it a great place to find one-of-a-kind souvenirs and gifts. Visitors can also indulge in the local cuisine at the city's many restaurants, which offer everything from fresh seafood to farm-to-table fare.

Alternative names: Population: 5.2 thous.Area: 3.89 mi²Coordinates: 38°19'36"N, 75°36'54"W

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Nearby attractions include: The Centre at Salisbury, Arthur W. Perdue Stadium, Wicomico Youth and Civic Center, Salisbury Zoo.

5.6 miNE
Shopping, Shopping centre
The Centre at Salisbury, Salisbury
144 min walk • The Centre at Salisbury is an 862,000-square-foot super regional mall in Salisbury, Maryland. The mall is the only regional shopping mall in a 60-mile radius. The mall's anchor stores are Boscov's, Burlington, and Dick's Sporting Goods. It also features a 16 screen cinema stadium-style Regal Cinemas movie theater.
5.5 miNE
Sport complex, Baseball, Sport venue
Arthur W. Perdue Stadium, Salisbury
140 min walk • Arthur W. Perdue Stadium is a baseball stadium in Salisbury, Maryland. It is the home of the Baltimore Orioles Low-A East affiliate Delmarva Shorebirds. Named for the founder of Perdue Farms, Arthur Perdue, it features the Eastern Shore Baseball Hall of Fame. The stadium seats 5,200 fans and opened in 1996.
3.2 miNE
Civic center, Convention center, Sport venue
Wicomico Youth and Civic Center, Salisbury
82 min walk • Wicomico Youth and Civic Center is a multi-purpose arena located in Salisbury, Maryland. The main arena contains 30,000 square feet of space while the secondary arena contains 10,000 square feet. The main arena can seat 2,500 for banquets, 3,000 for theater concerts and stage shows, 5,000-6,000 for concerts and similar events.
2.9 miNE
Park showing wildlife from the Americas
Salisbury Zoo, Salisbury
76 min walk • The Salisbury Zoological Park, commonly referred to as the Salisbury Zoo, is a 12-acre zoo located on the Delmarva Peninsula in the Salisbury, Maryland city park. The Salisbury Zoo chooses to mainly house species native to North, South America, and Australia.
2.9 miNE
Museum, Specialty museum, View point
Ward Museum of Wildfowl Art, Salisbury
74 min walk • The Ward Museum of Wildfowl Art is located at 909 South Schumaker Drive, Salisbury, Maryland, United States. This museum has the most comprehensive collection of wildfowl carvings in the world, ranging from art sculptures to working decoys used by hunters.
2.1 miNW
Museum, History museum
Pemberton Historical Park, Salisbury
55 min walk • Pemberton Hall is a historic home located at Pemberton Park in Salisbury, Wicomico County, Maryland, United States. It is a 1+1⁄2-story, three-bay, Flemish bond brick house with a gambrel roof.
3.3 miN
Museum, Historical place, Event space
Poplar Hill Mansion, Salisbury
84 min walk • The Poplar Hill Mansion is a historic U.S. mansion located at 117 Elizabeth Street, Salisbury, Maryland and is open to the public as a house museum.
3.2 miNE
38°22'1"N • 75°35'5"W
The Country House, Salisbury
83 min walk • Shopping, Country house
5.5 miNE
38°22'7"N • 75°31'46"W
Eastern Shore Baseball Hall of Fame Museum, Salisbury
140 min walk • Museum, Specialty museum
2.4 miN
Synagogue
Beth Israel Congregation, Salisbury
60 min walk • Beth Israel Congregation is an egalitarian Conservative synagogue located at 600 Camden Avenue in Salisbury, Maryland. Founded in 1925, it was organized by I.L. Benjamin upon the death of his father, and originally called Kahelas Israel Congregation. At the time there were only nine Jewish families in Salisbury.
2.8 miN
Church
Wicomico County Courthouses, Salisbury
72 min walk • Wicomico County, Maryland, is served by two courthouses, both located in the county seat of Salisbury. The Wicomico County Circuit Court, where serious criminal cases and major civil cases are tried, is located at 101 North Division Street.