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WELCOME! If you want a getaway that’s fun, flavorful and funky, a visit to Chapel Hill, Carrboro and Hillsborough has plenty to indulge your curiosity. You’ll find delicious cuisine, cool breweries and bars, live music and more. Arts and history abound with museums, historic homes, murals and performing arts. See our scenic beauty on our greenways, trails, preserves and riverwalk. Shop for unique keepsakes such as vintage items and local pottery or take back some Tar Heel gear. Each month is packed with fun festivals, tours and special events so there is always something going on. Choose among numerous accommodations to meet your needs.
Ready For A Visit? Let Curiosity Lead You Here.
WHERE do you want go? WHAT
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TRANSPORTATION.........................32
CARRBORO........................................6
DOWNTOWN PARKING MAPS........34
HILLSBOROUGH................................8
WHERE TO SHOP............................38
ORANGE COUNTY.........................10
FARMERS’ MARKET.........................43
UNC AND UNC SPORTS................12
FOOD & DRINK................................44
WHERE TO STAY..............................14
SWEETS & BAKERY.........................52
FREE THINGS TO DO......................19
COFFEE & TEA.................................53
WHAT TO DO & SEE.......................20
BREWERIES, CIDER & WINE.............54
OUTDOOR RECREATION.............24
BARS, CLUBS, PUBS........................56
DOWN ON THE FARM...................26
LIVE MUSIC.......................................57
GUIDED TOURS ..............................28
FESTIVALS & EVENTS.....................58
KIDS & FAMILY FUN........................30
HELPFUL RESOURCES...................62
CHAPEL HILL/ORANGE COUNTY VISITORS BUREAU
308 West Franklin St., Chapel Hill, NC (USA) 27516 888.968.2060 | 919.245.4320 | info@visitchapelhill.org www.visitchapelhill.org The Official Visitors Guide ©December 2023 by the Chapel Hill/Orange County Visitors Bureau. Design: Sallie Scharding/Design+. Material in the Official Visitors Guide may not be reproduced without written permission. Requests should be made to the above address. Front Cover: Visitors enjoy the patio at TRU on Henderson St, Chapel Hill. Photo: Sallie Scharding/Design/+
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WHERE THE ALLURE OF YESTERDAY MEETS THE SOPHISTICATION OF TODAY
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SHOP, WINE & DINE
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You don’t want to miss Market & Moss and the new fantastic Rocks + Acid Wine shop.
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Unique shops and culinary delights are everywhere — Meadowmont, Eastgate and spend time on the Village Green of Southern Village.
NEVER A DULL MOMENT
Festivals, events, UNC sports and more are happening everywhere. You’ll find museums, gardens, arts & culture, hiking and biking trails, walking and mural tours, and awardwinning dining and drink spots. There is never a dull moment and there is always something for everyone.
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Centrally located in the state, Chapel Hill is a uniquely charming college town famous for having a quaint feel with a modern vibe.
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CHAPEL HILL/ ORANGE COUNTY WELCOME CENTER Get all the information needed to make your stay fabulous! 308 W. Franklin St, Chapel Hill 888.968.2060 | 919.245.4320 Mon-Fri, 8:30am-5pm; Sat, 10am-3pm.
UNDER THE CAROLINA BLUE SKY
When you’re here, enjoy the beauty, get a sense of history and feel the energy of the present – all under a Carolina Blue Sky.
EXPLORE FRANKLIN STREET!
The main drag in Chapel Hill is adjacent to the campus. Find long-time favorites such as Sutton’s and Julian’s and new venues off West Franklin Street on Graham Street’s Midway such as Lapin Bleu art/gallery bar, the mystical Quantum Soul shop and the Baxter Bar & Arcade, with vintage video games and brews.
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Known for its progressive and creative vibe, Carrboro is home to galleries, craft breweries, an organic grocery store, and indie music venues like the storied Cat’s Cradle.
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ART, MUSIC, FESTIVALS & MORE
Visit The ArtsCenter’s new home on Roberson St. Festivals and events include the Freight Train Blues Concert Series, Carrboro Music Festival, West End Poetry Festival and the Carrboro Film Festival.
HISTORIC CARR MILL MALL & MAIN STREET
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Carr Mill Mall serves as a central location for shopping, food, community and more with nearby Weaver Street Market. See the surrounding mill houses and the local shops across the street along Main.
A NIGHT OF JAZZ AT SPEAKEASY
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NATIONALLY KNOWN FARMERS’ MARKET
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The bi-weekly Carrboro Farmers’ Market at the Town Commons is nationally known and THE place to get the freshest selection of local farmgrown vegetables, grass fed meat and so much more.
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GET ON OUT!
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Stroll the Riverwalk, hit the Eno River Farmers’ Market and see the Occaneechi Replica Village in River Park. Learn about the town’s history at the Orange County Historical Museum and the Burwell School.
beautiful, scenic, historic town in the middle of Orange County founded 270 years ago. Today find restaurants, boutique shops, art galleries, pubs and more.
Hill VISITORS CENTER 150 E. King St, Hillsborough
MON-SAT, 10AM - 4PM; SUN, 12PM - 4PM.
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Nash Street in West Hillsborough is home to Hillsborough BBQ Company, the Nash Street Tavern, and Whit’s Custard. Just around the corner is an historic mill complex home to the Eno Mill Gallery, the Cloth Mill event space, and next door is Hillsborough’s new craft brewery, Eno River Brewing.
MIXING AND MINGLING ON CHURTON STREET
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GOOD TIMES!
Hillsborough’s events include the popular Last Fridays and Art Walk, Solstice Lantern Walk, River Park Concert, the biannual Handmade Parade, Hillsborough Excursion Day and more.
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THERE’S NOTHING QUITE LIKE
ORANGE COUNTY, NC
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AN ORANGE WELCOME
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Located in the Piedmont region of North Carolina, Orange County is located between the Research Triangle Park and the Triad. With more than 150,000 residents, Orange County includes historic Hillsborough, the county seat; Chapel Hill, Carrboro, a portion of Mebane and other smaller communities.
Cedar Creek Farm is home to McKee’s Cornfield Maze, a Fall annual tradition. The farm in Rougemont is surrounded by farm fields, flowers and a tree canopy where you can relax and enjoy your event. Starting in 2024 with the addition of a new Pavilion, the farm will hold corporate events, birthday parties, family reunions, bridal or baby showers, weddings and more. mckeecornfieldmaze.com
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Orange County was founded in 1752, and today much of the county remains rural with numerous working farms, many of which have diversified their offerings. Some include the Cedar Grove Blueberry Farm, Boxcarr Farms Handmade Cheese in Cedar Grove and the McAdams Farm in Efland known for their pick-your-own strawberries.
Orange County is home to Merry Hill Hemp Farm, a licensed hemp producer offering America’s first Pick Your Own Hemp season on a certified century farm. Find sun grown, organic CBD cannabis and oils. Pick Your Own is September/October. WWW.MERRYHILLHEMP.COM
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Chartered in 1789, UNC is
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the nation’s first public university and ranks among the world’s leading research
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Often called “UNC” or “Carolina,” the cornerstone to the nation’s first state university building, Old East, was laid on October 12, 1793. UNC opened its doors for students in 1795 making it the only public university in the U.S. that awarded degrees to students in the 18th century.
Committed to making its high-quality education accessible and affordable, UNC-Chapel Hill has placed fourth among national public universities according to U.S. News & World Report’s 2024 “Best Colleges” rankings. UNC has landed in the top five for 23 straight years.
THE UNC VISITORS CENTER
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Insight, access, guidance, and orientation to all things Carolina. Make it your first stop when visiting the campus! Contact the center for tours.
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134 E. Franklin St, Chapel Hill | 919.962.1630 Mon-Fri, 10am–4pm.
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& UNC SPORTS UNC is home to 49 NCAA National Championship Teams. There are Varsity teams in 13 men’s and 15 women’s sports.
Men’s basketball is played in the Dean Smith Center. Don’t forget to drop by the nearby Carolina Basketball Museum. Carmichael Arena is home to UNC women’s basketball, volleyball, gymnastics and wrestling. The UNC Baseball team plays at Boshamer Stadium where fans can also enjoy the UNC Baseball Hall of Honor. Tar Heel Football takes the field in Kenan Memorial Stadium. Carolina Field Hockey’s home is the Karen Shelton Stadium on Ridge Road, while the men’s and women’s soccer and lacrosse teams play on Dorrance Field. The Track & Field Complex is at Finley Fields near the newly renovated Finley Golf Course. Softball plays in Anderson Stadium, while Swimming & Diving is in the Koury Natatorium. Tennis plays at the Cone-Kenfield Indoor Courts and the beautiful new outdoor Chewning Tennis Center on Friday Center Drive.
FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT UNC ATHLETICS OR FOR TICKETS VISIT:
WWW.GOHEELS.COM
Ernie Williamson Athletic Center, UNC Campus 450 Skipper Bowles Dr, Chapel Hill, 27599 800.722.4335 | 919.962.2296
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Call it a night... AC HOTEL DOWNTOWN CHAPEL HILL marriott.com/rduah | 919.969.2800 214 W. Rosemary St Chapel Hill 123 rooms. Located two blocks from UNC and one block from Franklin St. restaurants and bars. Inviting firepit, outdoor patio and local art. A European breakfast, made with southern generosity in the AC Kitchen, features fresh croissants, sliced prosciutto with cheese, sweet warm tarts, and fresh fruit. Also grab and go options. In the evenings, visitors and locals alike gather in the AC Lounge for small plates and signature cocktails.
ALOFT CHAPEL HILL aloftchapelhill.com | 919.932.7772 1001 S. Hamilton Rd, Chapel Hill 130 rooms. Located in the East 54 mixed-use development with shops and restaurants at the corner of Hamilton and Raleigh Roads. Enjoy handcrafted cocktails in WXYZ lounge and billiards in re:mix lobby, work out in the recharge gym and splash in the salt-water indoor pool.
THE CAROLINA INN
carolinainn.com | 919.933.2001 211 Pittsboro St, Chapel Hill 185 rooms. 7 luxury suites. The Inn is celebrating 100 years in 2024. Enjoy newly refreshed guest rooms with the warmth and charm of an historic property while incorporating a contemporary touch and modern amenities. Be greeted in the newly updated lobby and meeting space. AAA Four Diamond property is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Taste authentic Carolina cuisine at the Crossroads Chapel Hill Restaurant.
THE COLONIAL INN colonialinn-nc.com | 984.798.4455 153 W. King Street, Hillsborough 28 rooms. The Colonial Inn is a multi-use building housing a 28-room boutique hotel, with indoor and outdoor event spaces, and a bar serving North Carolina’s best Hillsborough-inspired craft cocktails and local southern beer, wine, and spirits. Dining at Spencer’s Tavern for lunch and dinner Monday – Saturday, as well as, brunch and dinner on Sundays.
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Relax for a night’s stay, weekend getaway or longer. Experience Four-Diamond, boutique, full-service hotels and limited service accommodations, as well as, extended stay and RV parks. Find accommodations in the heart of town, near the university, interstate and in the rural countryside.
COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT marriott.com/en-us/hotels/rduch-courtyard-chapel-hill 919.883.0700 | 100 Marriott Way, Chapel Hill 169 rooms, including 36 suites. Minutes from the University and next to the UNC Friday Center. The hotel restaurant, The Bistro, serves Starbucks coffee and breakfast. In the evening, meet friends or colleagues for a drink at their bar. Outdoor lounge with firepit, indoor pool and fitness facility. Business center and three meeting rooms.
DURHAM SKYLAND INN 919.237.3131 | 5400 US Hwy 70 W., Durham (Eastern Orange County) 31 rooms. Easy access to Duke University and only 12 miles from UNC. Six pet-friendly acres, outdoor salt-water pool, a playground and picnic area along with a complimentary continental breakfast.
GRADUATE CHAPEL HILL graduatehotels.com/chapel-hill/ 919.442.9000 | 311 W. Franklin St, Chapel Hill 69 rooms, including 5 suites. Located in the heart of downtown Chapel Hill, the Graduate hotel guest rooms are dressed in shades of Carolina Blue with touches of Greek Revival and nods to the region’s natural beauty. The front desk forever flashes the score of the 1982 NCAA Championship game. Stop by the Trophy Room, their signature restaurant, for a local brew and tasty bites.
HAMPTON INN & SUITES CHAPEL HILL- CARRBORO DOWNTOWN chapelhillcarrborosuites.hamptoninn.com 919.969.6988 | 370 E. Main St, Carrboro 142 rooms, including 56 suites. LEED Silver certified hotel located in downtown Carrboro within walking distance to Chapel Hill and the UNC campus. Amenities include complimentary hot breakfast, a luxurious outdoor pool with spacious deck, and fitness facility. Meeting space. Ground level retail and dining connected with adjacent parking deck.
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HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS hiexpress.com/hillsborough 919.644.7997 | 202 Cardinal Dr, Hillsborough 83 rooms,including 7 suites. Newly renovated property. Outdoor swimming pool, fitness center, 24-hour coffee in the main lobby, breakfast bar and business center. Near downtown historic Hillsborough. Easy access to I-40 and I-85.
HYATT PLACE CHAPEL HILL hyattplacechapelhill.com 919.929.9511 | 3690 S. Columbia St, Chapel Hill 110 rooms. Nestled on the edge of Southern Village. Guests can enjoy an outdoor pool located on the second level, 24-hour fitness room, breakfast bar, and grab-and-go market, coffee and cocktails. Close to shops, restaurants, community park and walking trails. 1,740 sq. ft. of meeting space.
MICROTEL INN & SUITES BY WYNDHAM HILLSBOROUGH wyndhamhotels.com/ microtel 919.245.3102 | 120 Old Dogwood St, Hillsborough 71 rooms, including 11 suites. Rooms are nicely furnished with chiropractor approved mattresses. Free breakfast. Near downtown historic Hillsborough. Access to I-40 and I-85.
OYO HOTEL DURHAM (EASTERN ORANGE COUNTY) oyorooms.com/us 919.383.2561 | 3220 Kuber Blvd, Durham 43 rooms. Surrounded by acres of fields and woods, the property has an open garden area in its vicinity. Free wi-fi and guest laundry. Conveniently located off of I-85.
RESIDENCE INN BY MARRIOTT marriott.com/rduhl 919.933.4848 | 101 Erwin Rd, Chapel Hill 108 rooms, all suites. Spacious studio, one- and two- bedroom suites complete with full kitchens or kitchenettes and stylish bathrooms. All suites have 37-inch HD LCD TVs. Free hot breakfast buffet. Game room, fitness center, outdoor pool, and putting green. Meeting space.
SHERATON CHAPEL HILL HOTEL sheratonchapelhill.com 919.968.4900 | One Europa Dr, Chapel Hill 172 rooms and 4 suites. The new-look Sheraton Chapel Hill Hotel provides modernized renovated rooms, many with balconies. Dine at Blue Corners Bistro & Bar serving tapas-style plates or try the Coffee Bar-Bar with small bites and fresh coffee. Fitness center, outdoor pool. Meeting and event spaces comprising of more than 20,000 sq. ft. including a dynamic, landscaped outdoor deck of almost 7,000 square feet.
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GROUPS & MEETING SPACE
PET FRIENDLY
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OUTDOOR INDOOR
SWIMMING POOL
GIFT SHOP
FITNESS CENTER
KITCHEN FACILITIES
COMPLIMENTARY BREAKFAST
BAR OR LOUNGE
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HOTEL AMENITIES AC HOTEL CHAPEL HILL ALOFT CHAPEL HILL THE CAROLINA INN THE COLONIAL INN COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT DURHAM SKYLAND INN GRADUATE CHAPEL HILL HAMPTON INN & SUITES HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS HYATT PLACE CHAPEL HILL MICROTEL INN & SUITES OYO HOTEL DURHAM RESIDENCE INN BY MARRIOTT SHERATON CHAPEL HILL THE SIENA HOTEL TRU BY HILTON
THE SIENA HOTEL marriott.com/rduak 919.929.4000 | 1505 E. Franklin St, Chapel Hill 79 rooms including 12 suites. An Italian boutique hotel, The Siena has renovated rooms, fitness equipment, meeting space and public area and is pet friendly. Home to Il Palio, the only AAA Four Diamond Italian Restaurant in the state and a farm-to-fork Italian delight serving breakfast and dinner. Visit the cozy bar.
TRU BY HILTON CHAPEL HILL hilton.com/en/hotels/ rduceru-tru-chapel-hill/ 984.291.7200 | 1742 Fordham Blvd Chapel Hill 98 rooms. Chapel Hill’s newest hotel. Rooms have digital keys and 55-inch TVs. Enjoy their 24/7 snack shop, free wi-fi, breakfast and game area. They have pet-friendly rooms, a fitness center and business center.
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RV PARKS SPRING HILL PARK springhillpark.com 919.967.4268 110 Coachman Rd, Chapel Hill 68 RV sites. Safe, clean, wooded and quiet. Convenient to UNC and Duke Hospitals. Full hook-up sites (30 amp & 50 amp). Self-contained units only. Propane fill station. Hi-speed internet. Pets allowed. Daily and monthly rates.
TRIANGLE RV PARK trianglervpark.com 984.219.7751 5909 Wilkins Dr, Durham, Eastern Orange County 70 RV sites. Open year-round. Offers telephone, cable hookups, Wi-Fi, public laundry facilities, play area, vending machines, business services in office, hiking trails, and RV parts and repair. One month minimum stay.
PLANNING A MEETING FOR 10 TO 300? The Chapel Hill area is 20 minutes from RDU International Airport and features more than 60,000 square feet of meeting space. In addition to our hotel meeting space, much of which has been recently updated, Orange County offers a variety of unique venues that are one-of-a-kind. From a retreat center on 10+ acres and a rustic barn, to a high tech 25,000 sq. ft. conference facility or meeting in a botanical garden, we have a venue to meet any need and budget.
Contact the Visitors Bureau Sales Department, your best source for all meetings and accommodations information.
FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL, 919.245.4323 MAYBE A LSRGER AD FOR CONFERENCES SPACES?? 18 | 888. 968. 2060
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FREE THINGS TO DO
CHAPEL HILL • ACKLAND ART MUSEUM • CAROLINA BASKETBALL MUSEUM
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• FREE WALKING TOURS OF CHAPEL HILL • NORTH CAROLINA BOTANICAL GARDEN AND COKER ARBORETUM • NORTH CAROLINA COLLECTION GALLERY • WANDER THE UNC CAMPUS OR GUIDED TOURS THROUGH UNC VISITORS CENTER
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• BURWELL SCHOOL HISTORIC SITE • HIKE THE OCCONEECHEE MOUNTAIN STATE NATURAL AREA • HILLSBOROUGH RIVERWALK • HISTORIC OCCONEECHEE SPEEDWAY TRAIL • OCCANEECHI REPLICA VILLAGE
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CARRBORO
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• ORANGE COUNTY HISTORICAL MUSEUM
• CARRBORO FARMERS’ MARKET AND OTHER EVENTS AT THE TOWN COMMONS
COUNTY WIDE • FARMERS’ MARKETS IN CHAPEL HILL AND HILLSBOROUGH • SEE COLORFUL MURALS
FOR MORE DETAILS. VISITCHAPELHILL.ORG/THINGS-TO-DO
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so much to do! MUSEUMS ACKLAND ART MUSEUM
KIDZU CHILDREN’S MUSEUM
Wed-Sat, 10am-5pm; Sun, 1pm-5pm; 10am–9pm, second Friday of each month.
Tue-Sat, 10am-5pm; Sun, 12:30pm-5:30pm.
ackland.org 101 S. Columbia St, Chapel Hill, UNC Campus 919.966.5736
Your local museum with a global outlook, situated at the corner of campus and community with a permanent collection of 20,000 works of art spanning all cultures and time periods. FREE.
CAROLINA BASKETBALL MUSEUM goheels.com Ernie Williamson Athletic Center 450 Skipper Bowles Dr, Chapel Hill, UNC Campus 919.962.6000 Mon-Fri,10am-4pm; Sat, 9am-1pm; And on selected game days. This 8,000-sq. ft. museum features new technology, artifacts, updated historical panels and videos, plus years of team memorabilia and championship trophies. Call for group visits of 25 or more. Free.
KENAN FOOTBALL CENTER AND CHARLIE JUSTICE HALL OF HONOR
kidzuchildrensmuseum.org 201 S. Estes Dr, Chapel Hill, University Place 919.933.1455 Hands-on museum dedicated to inspiring infants to tweens and the adults in their lives to learn through creative, purposeful play. $8.50 (all ages). Annual memberships available.
MOREHEAD PLANETARIUM & SCIENCE CENTER
moreheadplanetarium.org 250 E. Franklin St, Chapel Hill, UNC Campus 919.962.1236 Check website for days and hours open as well as calendar of events. View award-winning planetarium shows, live science demonstrations, explore interactive exhibits, wander the Gift Shop, or participate in a special program. Admission + planetarium show: Adults $15.95; Seniors, military/veterans, students & children $13.95; UNC Students $5; Children under three free with parent. (Plus tax). Visit website for General Admission costs.
goheels.com Bell Tower Dr, Chapel Hill, UNC Campus 919.966.2575 Mon-Fri, 8am-5pm.
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See the wall of Jordan brand sneakers and UNC football highlights. See the large Ram statue and Charlie Justice statue outside. FREE.
GARDENS COKER ARBORETUM
ncbg.unc.edu/coker-arboretum 399 E. Cameron Ave UNC Campus, Chapel Hill | 919.962.0522 Open daily, dawn to dusk. This five-acre garden was created on the UNC campus in 1903. It contains more than 500 species of trees, shrubs and herbaceous plants. See new 300-ft. native vine arbor and replanted landscape in 2024.
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NORTH CAROLINA COLLECTION GALLERY library.unc.edu/wilson/gallery South Rd, Chapel Hill, Wilson Library, UNC Campus | 919.962.0104
Mon-Fri, 9am-5pm; closed major holidays. With over 35,000 objects in its care, the North Carolina Collection Gallery provides an immersive experience of North Carolina’s history and culture through historic rooms, changing exhibitions, and permanent displays. Library also has Rare Book, Southern Folklife and Southern Historical Collections. FREE.
MONTROSE GARDEN
montrosegarden.org 320 St Mary’s Rd, Hillsborough 919.732.7787 Open Sept-May. Guided tours by appointment — 10am, Tue, Thu & Sat. 24 hour notice required.
ORANGE COUNTY HISTORICAL MUSEUM
Listed in the National Register of Historic Places, the grounds include 19th century buildings, a rock garden, scree garden, extensive woodland plantings, and sunny gardens with unique color and planting schemes. $20 per person. Group tours of 6 or more available at other times.
orangehistorync.org 201 N. Churton St, Hillsborough 919.732.2201
Mon-Sun, 11am-4pm; Wed by appointment.
NORTH CAROLINA BOTANICAL GARDEN
ncbg.unc.edu 100 Old Mason Farm Rd, Chapel Hill 919.962.0522 Open year-round Tue-Sat, 9am-5pm; Sun, 1pm-5pm.
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Permanent exhibit looks at Orange County from indigenous settlements through the twentieth century. Events and changing exhibits. Second floor Kids’ Space, a hands-on gallery for Kids ages 3+, has been re-imagined to resemble life in downtown Hillsborough in 1823. FREE, but donations are accepted.
One of the largest native plant botanical gardens in the Southeast. See regional display gardens, herbs, native habitats, diverse carnivorous plant collection, children’s wonder garden, nature trails, nature art (indoor gallery), plant sales and gift shop. Education center with exhibits, reference library, auditorium and classrooms. FREE.
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HISTORICSITES SITES&&HOMES HOMES HISTORIC ALEXANDER DICKSON HOUSE
visithillsboroughnc.com 150 E. King St, Hillsborough | 919.732.7741 Mon-Sat, 10am-4pm; Sun, 12pm–4pm; Closed major holidays. Late 18th century Quaker plan house. The site also includes an office used by Confederate Gen. Joseph E. Johnston in April 1865 and an 18th and 19th century medicinal and herbal garden. Houses Hillsborough Visitors Center. FREE.
AYR MOUNT
classicalamericanhomes.org/sites/ayr-mount/ 376 St Mary’s Rd, Hillsborough One of North Carolina’s finest Federal-era plantation homes (c. 1815), built by William Kirkland of Ayr, Scotland. Carefully restored and exquisitely furnished with period antiques, Chinese export porcelain, Waterford crystal and original family pieces.
610 E. Rosemary St, Chapel Hill 919.942.7818
Visit website for days and times open. Only historic house in town open to the public. The house, built in 1854 retains its original architecture including woodwork, floors, ceilings, and mantles. Art exhibits, music concerts, special events. FREE.
OCCANEECHI REPLICA VILLAGE
visithillsboroughnc.com/things-to-do/ occaneechi-indian-village/ Below the corner of Margaret Lane and Cameron St, downtown Hillsborough Home to a reconstructed 17th century Occaneechi village on the banks of Eno River, near where the tribe had an actual village 300 years ago. See a palisade, four ati (huts), work arbor, fire pit, lean-to and cooking table. Learn more about the Occaneechi Band of Saponi Nation at: obsn.org.
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TOURS: April - November. Thur & Fri, 1pm & 2:30pm, Sat, 11am, 1pm, 2:30pm. Advance ticket purchase required. $15 per person. Children 6 under, free. Grounds and trails open to public daily, 9am–7pm. TICKETS: tickets.classicalamericanhomes. org/ayr-mount
HORACE WILLIAMS HOUSE preservationchapelhill.org
BURWELL SCHOOL HISTORIC SITE burwellschool.org 319 N. Churton St, Hillsborough 919.732.7451
Learn about the antebellum girls’ academy which operated here from 1837-1857 by Anna and the Rev. Robert Burwell. Be inspired by life of Elizabeth Hobbs Keckly, the former Burwell family slave who secured her own liberty in 1855 and became a confidant and dressmaker to First Lady Mary Todd Lincoln. Guided and Self-Guided Tours available. FREE.
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Wed-Sat 11am-4pm, Sun 1pm-4pm
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PERFORMING ARTS PERFORMING ARTS THE ARTSCENTER
artscenterlive.org 400 Roberson St, Carrboro 919.929.2787 HOURS: Mon-Fri, 9am-9pm; Sat-Sun,10am-5pm. Visit the youth education center, STEM Labs and more at the new ArtsCenter in Carrboro. See a show at the new Center Youth Theater at the former ArtsCenter location.
CENTER THEATER COMPANY centertheatercompany.com 300-G E. Main St, Carrboro
Youth theater company with shows, improv, karaoke, classes, workshops, summer camps and more.
CURRENT ARTSPACE + STUDIO
carolinaperformingarts.org/venues 123 W. Franklin St, Chapel Hill 919.843.3333 Located in the Carolina Square development. Part of Carolina Performing Arts. Programming features immersive performances and installations by cutting-edge artists.
UNC DEPARTMENT OF MUSIC music.unc.edu 145 E. Cameron Ave, UNC Campus, Chapel Hill 919.962.1039
Visit website for concert dates and times. Department occupies three principal buildings: Kenan Music Building, Hill Hall, and Person Recital Hall.
FOREST THEATRE
ncbg.unc.edu/visit/battle-park-foresttheatre 123 S. Boundary St/Country Club Rd UNC Campus, Chapel Hill 919.962.0522 Open daily, dawn to dusk. On the southwestern corner of Battle Park, you can explore the Koch Memorial Forest Theatre, a stone
amphitheatre with over a century of history. Hosts the summer Paperhand Puppet Festival, outdoor movies and more.
MEMORIAL HALL/ UNC CAMPUS
carolinaperformingarts.org 114 E. Cameron Ave UNC Campus, Chapel Hill 919.843.3333 The CPA Box Office is available by phone weekdays from 12pm-5pm, excluding holidays. Call or email carolinaperformingarts@unc.edu Located in the heart of the University’s historic campus, Memorial Hall’s performances include jazz, classical, dance, world stage, American roots, urban voices, student performances, community groups and more. Costs vary by performance.
PLAYMAKERS REPERTORY COMPANY
playmakersrep.org 150 Country Club Rd UNC Campus, Chapel Hill 919.962.7529 BOX OFFICE: Mon-Fri, 12pm-5pm and 90 minutes prior to curtain. North Carolina’s premier resident professional theatre celebrating 48 years of transformational performances. Plays performed September to April. Performances are Tue-Sat, 7:30pm; Sun, 2 pm. Adult tickets start at $20. Youth12 and under $10.
STONE CENTER FOR BLACK CULTURE & HISTORY
stonecenter.unc.edu 150 South Rd, UNC Campus, Chapel Hill 919.962.9001 Mon-Fri, 9am-5pm. One of the preeminent centers in the nation for the critical examination of African and African American diaspora cultures. Includes museum, art gallery, library, theater, performance spaces, classrooms, meeting facilities and more.
OCCONEECHEE MOUNTAIN STATE NATURAL AREA, HILLSBOROUGH PHOTO: LANDON BOST
get out and about TAKE A HIKE
SOCCER
Hike along miles of trails available. Visit Eno River State Park and the Occoneechee Mountain State Natural Area, the tallest point in the county.
Orange County’s Soccer.Com Center is on West Ten Road in Efland. orangecountync.gov
ncparks.gov.
THE HILLSBOROUGH RIVERWALK A 1.8 mile trail which winds along the Eno River from Gold Park and is part of the state’s Mountains-to-Sea Trail. The main entrance is at the Eno River Parking Deck at the end of Nash and Kollock St. hillsboroughnc.gov/community/parkfacilities/riverwalk
THE HISTORIC OCCONEECHEE SPEEDWAY TRAIL Walk the historic one-mile dirt track that many of the great NASCAR legends raced on from 19491968 at 320 Elizabeth Brady Rd in Hillsborough. Open to the public during daylight hours every day. FREE.
enotrails.com/occoneechee-speedway-trail.htm
PRESERVES & FORESTS Hike the Carolina North Forest’s 750 acres of woodlands, or wander the Brumley Family and Johnston Mill Nature Preserves. • CAROLINA NORTH FOREST
facilities.unc.edu/carolina-north-forest
• BRUMLEY FAMILY NATURE PRESERVE
triangleland.org
• JOHNSTON MILL NATURE PRESERVE
triangleland.org
BICYCLING A great way to get around. There are miles and miles of bike trails to enjoy. Visit: move.unc.edu/ bike/bikeshare OR townofchapelhill.org
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GOLF Play a round of golf at the newly renovated the UNC Finley Golf Club, uncfinley.com, or Hillsborough’s Occoneechee Golf Club. occoneechee.com
DISC GOLF Play at UNC’s Carolina Disc Golf Club, Chapel Hill’s Southern Community Park or Carrboro’s Anderson Community Park. campusrec.unc.edu or visit town’s recreation websites
TENNIS & PICKLEBALL Play tennis or try your hand at the fastest growing sport in America -pickleball- a combination of tennis, badminton, and table tennis. chapelhillpickleball.org
ICE SKATE
Lace up at the Orange County Sportsplex. oc-sportsplex.com
SKATEBOARD Hang ten at Chapel Hill Skatepark. townofchapelhill.org
WATER FUN Spend Spring through mid-Fall weekends on the water at University Lake and Cane Creek Reservoir. owasa.org
SWIM Dip in at the A. D. Clark Pool, Homestead Aquatics Center, Chapel Hill Community Center and the Orange County Sportsplex in Hillsborough.
RACING Hear the roar of engines at the Orange County Speedway in Rougemont, the fastest 3/8 mile track in the nation. ocstrack.net
For information about parks, greenways, trails, bike routes and other recreation opportunities contact: Chapel Hill Parks and Recreation Dept 919.968.2784 | townofchapelhill.org Carrboro Recreation and Parks Dept 919.918.7364 | carrbororec.org Orange County Dept. of Environment Agriculture, Parks & Recreation 919.245.2600 | orangecountync.gov
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NEW LOOK BLACKWOOD FARM PARK
CATCH A MOVIE — SILVERSPOT CINEMA — AT UNIVERSITY PLACE
— VARSITY THEATRE — ON FRANKLIN ST
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— CHELSEA THEATER — AT TIMBERLYNE
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orangecountync.gov/3059/ blackwood-farm-park
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4215 NC 86 S, CHAPEL HILL
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Open daily at 8am except select holidays.
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In this 152-acre park, find 4 miles of hiking trails, historic farmlands, outbuildings, open fields, picnic shelter, fishing pond and restrooms.
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CHAPEL HILL UNION GROVE FARM Union Grove Farm offers unique farm experiences. Take a Regenerative Farm and Vineyard Tour and see how the vineyard operates using holistic regenerative practices to grow healthy grapes and build the soil for future generations. Meet their 240 Katahdin sheep and take a Sheep Herding Experience during their pasture rotations and see Sophie, their herding dog in action. Visit the Center for Regenerative Agriculture. The farm additionally has a wedding and event barn venue with waterfalls, pond, gardens, and woods. Farm accommodations at the main house, guest house and tiny house on the farm.
uniongrovefarm.com
SPRING HAVEN FARM Get up close and personal with the animals at Spring Haven Farm. Interact with their Scottish Highland cows, goats, horses, chickens and pigs, and even feed them. Enjoy Movies with Goats, seasonal events including, Carving Pumpkins, Winter Wonderland, Springtime Fun, July 4th and more. Ride a tractor or gem mine. The new Farmory has axe throwing.
springhaven.farm
LAVENDER OAKS FARM Lavender Oaks Farm is the place to gather family and friends for farm visits, tours, culinary lavender events, weddings, special events, and summertime lavender picking. Make sure you visit their Lavender Boutique.
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HILLSBOROUGH
BROKEN SPOKE FARM Head to Broken Spoke Farm for all types of fruits and vegetables at their farm stand. Enjoy seasonal featured markets including a Holiday Market and try their soft serve twist ice cream cones such as root beer & vanilla, cranberry & eggnog, candy cane & salted chocolate, blueberry & honey and more.
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ENO RIVER FARM Seasonal fruits, veggies, flowers, plants, and homemade ice-cream year-round. Pick your own strawberries and blueberries. Take a wreath making class.
enoriverfarms.com
RAMBLERILL FARM Saturday Slowdown at RambleRill Farm includes shopping local vendors, walking the woods and gardens, visiting the goats, creating arts and crafts, enjoying seasonal recipe demos or bringing your own picnic to enjoy.
ramblerillfarm.com
EFLAND THE BARN AT LLOYD’S DAIRY FARM This 700-acre century farm is primarily known as a wedding and corporate event venue with a 15,000 square foot barn, but it also produces hay for a nearby horse farm and soy beans. It is also the home to the Tarheel Antiques Festival, Battle of the Blues Polo Match, Orange County Feargounds and Tarheel Balloon Festival. lloydsfarm.com WWW.VISITCHAPELHILL.ORG | 27
UNC CAMPUS TOUR PHOTO: DAN SEARS
tour de force
GUIDED & SELF-GUIDED TOURS HISTORY TOURS FREE WALKING TOURS OF CHAPEL HILL Learn about the history of the town and its relationship to the oldest state university in the country. 90 minutes. Leaves from the sundial in front of the Morehead Planetarium and Science Center, 250 E. Franklin St. Visit freewalkingtourschapelhill.com for day/ times and to register. HOMETOWN AMBASSADORS TOURS Leaves select Fridays at 3pm from the Welcome Center at 308 W. Franklin St., Chapel Hill. “Walk with a Local” for 60-90 minutes and learn about our storied town and campus. Look for additional Heart of the Hill Tours exploring history, architecture, trees and more. FREE. For information and to register visit: heartofthehilltours.com NORTHSIDE HISTORICAL TOUR “Histories of Home” audio tour is designed to be listened to while walking through the Northside neighborhood, historically Chapel Hill’s largest black community. The Marian Cheek-Jackson Center is at 512 W. Rosemary St, Chapel Hill. jacksoncenter.info/soundwalk UNC CAMPUS Take an hour Carolina Sense of Place tour through the UNC Visitors Center. Call 919.962.163. FREE. Register for day and time at unc.edu/visitors/ explore-carolina
HISTORIC HILLSBOROUGH WALKING TOUR Guided tours leaving from the Hillsborough Visitors Center at 150 E. King Street on select Saturdays at 10:30am from March – October. $10 per person. Free, self-guided tours on History, Gardens & Cemeteries, Hillsborough’s African American History, Women of Hillsborough, Riverwalk Signs and Hillsborough Hauntings are available on the website. Visit historichillsborough.org or visithillsboroughnc.com, or call 919.732.7741 MOOREFIELDS Offers “Spring Hiking and Birding Tours” and “Last Sunday Open House Tours”, 1pm-5pm, on the final Sunday of every month from April through August. $5 suggested donation. moorefields.org HAUNTED HILLSBOROUGH TOURS Four walking ghost tours to choose from in the Triangle’s oldest town. Experience spooky, verified tales told by your “deceased guide” Enoch Pugh (b.1735-d.1771). Check for dates, times andbook online. Adults $15, Seniors/ Students/Military $12.50. 10% off for parties of four or more. Call 336.538.3117. hauntedhillsborough.com HISTORIC DOWNTOWN CARRBORO. The Town of Carrboro Recreation and Parks Depart-ment’s offers a self-guided walking tour of Carrboro. Download the tour at: townofcarrboro. org/504/carrboro-historic-walking-trail
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ORANGE COUNTY IS RICH WITH HISTORY, CULTURE, BEAUTY, AND EVEN GHOSTS. GROUP AND SELF-GUIDED TOURS ARE AVAILABLE FOR YOUR ENJOYMENT. CHECK OUT THESE POPULAR TOURS BELOW.
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GARDEN TOURS
NORTH CAROLINA BOTANICAL GARDEN North Carolina Botanical Garden guided tours of the display gardens are the second Saturday of each month, March – Nov at 10am. 6, $5 members. Register online for tours. ncbg.unc.edu COKER ARBORETUM UNC Campus. Tours on the third Saturday, March through Nov at 11am.
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$6, $5 members. Register online for tours. ncbg.unc.edu
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all in the family See a show at the Morehead Planetarium and Science Center on the UNC campus. See videos, artifacts and cool Tar Heel memorabilia at the Carolina Basketball Museum. Ackland Art Museum Art Sessions include guided tours followed by the opportunity to create a take-home treasure. Spend time at Kidzu Children’s Museum in Chapel Hill’s University Place. Visit the youth education center, STEM Labs and more at the new ArtsCenter in Carrboro. Hang out on the lawn and take in the music and food trucks at The Carolina Inn’s Fridays on the Front Porch, late April – mid Oct. Head up to Hillsborough for Last Fridays and The Art Walk, March - November for lots of family fun.
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At the North Carolina Botanical Garden explore and play outdoors in the Children’s Wonder Garden and indoors in the Peacock Discovery Room. Take a stroll through the garden, see the Venus fly traps and more. Take the kids to a sporting event on the UNC campus. Spend the afternoon in one of the county’s numerous parks. Walk the hiking trails or greenways or ride on a biking trail. Hike to the county’s tallest point Occaneechee State Mountain Natural Area. Walk or bike the beautiful Riverwalk in Hillsborough. Don’t forget to walk east in River Park and see the Occaneechi Replica Village.
Ice skate or swim at the Orange
F O R T H E W H O L E FA M I LY TO D O Hands-on and engaging attractions, trails, lakes, and farms and so much more for children of all ages.
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County Sportsplex and skateboard at Homestead Park. Try a cool treat from Yogurt Pump, Whit’s Custard or Maple View Farm Country Store. Meet area farmers and learn about Orange County’s bountiful harvest at one of the weekly farmers’ markets. Come to Spring Haven Farm to snuggle with baby goats, feed fluffy Highland cows, take a ride on the tractor train, or enjoy numerous seasonal events. Hang out and pet some awesome friendly adoptable cats at 431 West Franklin, Suite 210 at the Cat Tales Cat Café. Reservations are $12 per person weekdays, $14 per person weekends. Ages 7+ unless you reserve the whole room for 8 people. cattalescatcafe.com
Make your own masterpiece at the
paint-it-yourself ceramics studio at Glazed Expectations in Carrboro or take a pottery or clay class at Chapel Hill’s Community Clay Studio on Plant Road. Check out indoor rock climbing at Progression Climbing and the Chapel Hill Community Center. While in Hillsborough, take in some history at the Orange County Historical Museum and check out the new Kid’s Space Gallery, or visit the Burwell School Historic Site. Eat! Head to Al’s Burgers, Sutton’s Drugstore or Italian Pizzeria III in Chapel Hill; try Carrburrito’s in Carrboro, or Hillsborough BBQ in Hillsborough among many others. Special events that families and kids will enjoy include outdoor movies, outdoor music and don’t forget the summer Paperhand Puppet Festival. To fill up your calendar, visitchapelhill. org/events
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RALEIGH-DURHAM INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT 2400 W. Terminal Blvd, Morrisville I-40 at Exit 284 or 285 919.840.2123 | rdu.com Open daily, 24 hrs. Airport is located 25-30 minutes or 18 miles east of Chapel Hill. Find information on parking, ground transportation services, taxis, shuttles, Uber and Lyft. Pick up is outside baggage claim at each terminal. rdu.com/parking rdu.com/ground-transportation
AUTO RENTAL BUDGET RENTAL 919.951.7548
budget.com 233 S. Elliott Rd, Chapel Hill Enterprise Rent-A-Car 919.967.5128 enterprise.com 1400 E. Franklin St, Chapel Hill
TRAIN
LOCAL BUSES
CHAPEL HILL TRANSIT chtransit.org or, download Chapel Hill Transit App
Chapel Hill Transit (CTA) provides FREE public transportation throughout Chapel Hill, Carrboro, and UNC. Operates the Route 420: Hillsborough-Chapel Hill, Mon-Fri, which serves north and downtown Hillsborough, Durham Tech Orange Co. Campus, downtown Chapel Hill, and UNC Hospitals. Plan your trip on gotriangle.org. THE SYSTEM IS FARE-FREE. ORANGE PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION 919.245.2008 orangecountync.gov/transportation Office: Mon-Fri, 8am-5pm. Operates: Mon-Fri, excluding County holidays. orangecountync.gov/1532/fixed-routes • HILLSBOROUGH CIRCULATOR
– FREE | 8am–5pm | 23 stops around town
• ORANGE-CHAPEL HILL CONNECTOR
– Cedar Grove to Hillsborough to Chapel Hill 9:45am-3:50pm
• ORANGE-ALAMANCE CONNECTOR
– Serves Hillsborough, Efland and Mebane – 10am–3pm (once at your stop, you must call 919.245.2004) – $2 general public, $1 ages 6-17 – FREE seniors 60+, children 0-5 and those with disabilities.
AMTRAK 800.872.7245 (USA-RAIL)
WHAT’S NEW: Orange Public Transit is cashless and operators are not accepting cash on the bus. You must have an UMO Fare card or UMO App. Visit website above for details.
Closest stations are Durham, Cary, Raleigh and Burlington.
GOTRIANGLE 919.485.7433 (RIDE) Gotriangle.org Triangle Transit and The Research Triangle Regional Public Transportation Authority, known as GoTriangle, provides regional bus service to the Research Triangle region of North Carolina in Wake, Durham, and Orange counties.
amtrak.com
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everywhere TAR HEEL EXPRESS Chapel Hill Transit provides bus service to UNC home basketball and football games, and other major events on campus.
ROUND-TRIP: $5 | ONE-WAY:$3
FOOTBALL
TO/FROM KENAN MEMORIAL STADIUM
BASKETBALL
TO/FROM THE DEAN SMITH CENTER
SOUTHERN VILLAGE
FRIDAY CENTER
(OFF US HWY 15-501 SOUTH) 90 MINUTES BEFORE AND 45 MINUTES AFTER GAMES
(OFF NC HWY 54 EAST) 3 HOURS BEFORE AND 45 MINUTES AFTER GAMES
CAROLINA COFFEE SHOP DOWNTOWN CHAPEL HILL
(NO PARKING PROVIDED) 90 MINUTES BEFORE AND 45 MINUTES AFTER GAMES.
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DOWNTOWN CHAPEL HILL PARKING
1 ] CAMERON/GRAHAM ST 608 W. Cameron St After 6pm weekdays & weekends. 2] SOUTH GRAHAM ST LOT 108 S. Graham St 8am-8pm, Mon-Sat $1.50/hr - Free after 8pm & all day Sun . 3 ] 427 W. FRANKLIN ST Next to Lantern Restaurant 8am-8pm, Mon-Sat $1.50/hr - Free after 8pm & all day Sun. 4 ] COURTYARD LOT 115 S. Roberson St 8am-8pm, Mon-Sat $1.50/hr - Free after 8pm & all day Sun.
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5 ] 415 W. FRANKLIN LOT Next to 411 West 8am-8pm, Mon-Sat $1.50/hr - Free after 8pm & all day Sun.
9 ] ROSEMARY/COLUMBIA LOT 100 E. ROSEMARY ST 8am-8pm, Mon-Sat $1.50/hr - Free after 8pm & all day Sun.
6 ] MALLETTE ST. LOT 106 Mallette St 8am-8pm, Mon-Sat $1.50/hr - Free after 8pm & all day Sun.
10 ] ROSEMARY PARKING DECK 125 E. Rosemary St CLOSED FOR RENOVATIONS, REOPENING 2024.
7 ] 140 WEST GARAGE Access from 213 Rosemary St 8am-8pm, Mon-Sat $1.00/hr - Free after 8pm & all day Sun.
11 ] WALLACE DECK 150 E. Rosemary St 8am-8pm, Mon-Sat $1.50/hr - Free after 8pm & all day Sun.
8 ] WEST ROSEMARY LOT 104 W. ROSEMARY ST 8am-8pm, Mon-Sat $1.50/hr - Free after 8pm & all day Sun.
12 ] UNC MOREHEAD PLANETARIUM UNC LOT 250 E. Franklin St 7:30-5pm, Mon- Fri $1.75/hr Check weekend availability.
13 ] 207 N. COLUMBIA ST LOT Replacement Parking Lot while Rosemary Deck is undergoing renovations 8am-8pm, Mon-Sat $1.50/hr - Free after 8pm. & all day Sun.
DOWNTOWN CHAPEL HILL — INFORMATION FOR ALL LOTS — SUNDAYS ARE FREE Parking is FREE on Sundays in downtown Chapel Hill! This includes all municipal lots and on-street meters.
Download ParkMobile App
ON-STREET METERS $1.75 8am-6pm. $2/hr, from 10:30am-2:30pm. Free after 6pm. 3 hour max. Free on Sundays. All pay stations accept Visa, Mastercard, American Express and coins. At the Rosemary/Columbia Lot, Wallace Deck, and Rosemary Deck pay stations accept $1 and $5 bills.
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MOVE.UNC.EDU/PARKING
DOWNTOWN CARRBORO PARKING
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2-hr limit 7 am–5:30 pm; unlimited after 5:30 pm
Additional Public Parking Farmers’ Market Parking On-Street Parking Public Parking—No Time Limit On-Street Parking—No Time Limit
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3 ] MUNICIPAL LOT On Laurel Ave. Lot available to Saturday Farmers’ Market patrons.
9 ] MUNICIPAL LOT Behind Acme. Follow the municipal signs and enter the lot off E. Main St and Roberson St.
4 ] WEST WEAVER ST LOT Enter off Weaver St. Across from PNC Bank.
10 ] COMMUNITYWORX LOT Available 6:30-midnight.
5 ] PNC BANK LOT Lot available for Saturday Farmers’ Market patrons. 6 ] MUNICIPAL LOT Across from the Century Center, behind Cliff’s. 1 ] TOWN COMMONS/ FARMERS’MARKET Additional parking available to Saturday Farmers’ Market patrons. 2 ] MUNICIPAL LOT Available for Saturday Farmers’ Market patrons. Located on Laurel Ave.
1 ] ENO RIVER PARKING DECK Public parking. No time limit. 2 ] LINK CENTER/ CAMERON ST LOT Public parking. No time limit.
7 ] FITCH LUMBER Park when Fitch is closed – after 5pm weekdays, afternoon Saturdays and all day Sundays. 8 ] CARR MILL PARKING Spaces for Carr Mill Mall only. Free for customers.
3 ] MAYO PARK LOT PUBLIC PARKING. 3-HOUR TIME LIMIT. 4 ] WEST KING ST LOT 3-hour time limit.
11 ] MUNICIPAL LOT Gravel lot across the street from the Armadillo Grill. 12 ] ARTSCENTER LOT Free parking for customers only. 13 ] HAMPTON INN PARKING DECK Access to deck behind Hampton Inn is off E. Main St and Boyd St. See signs for free parking directions. 14 ] ROSEMARY ST LOT 604 W. Rosemary St 2hr limit, 7am-5:30pm; unlimited after 5:30pm.
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SHOP TALK
CHAPEL HILL
CHAPEL HILL DOWNTOWN downtownchapelhill.com E. & W. Franklin St and E. & W. Rosemary St Adjacent to the campus, find restaurants, pubs, UNC memorabilia shops, record stores and boutiques. Some selections include Epilogue Books Chocolate Brews, Lightyears Jewelry, Schoolkids Records and clothing stores Julian’s and Uniquities. Also Target and other shops in Carolina Square on 133 W. Franklin St. Retail on Midway on Graham St including Rumors Chapel Hill and Quantum Soul. CHAPEL HILL NORTH, TIMBERLYNE & CEDAR FALLS COURTYARD Off of Hwy 86 North and Weaver Dairy Rd Includes grocery stores, post office, hardware, restaurants, movie theater and more. More than 25 businesses including the Framemakers.
EASTGATE CROSSING kiterealty.com/properties/eastgate-crossing 1800 E. Franklin St
RAMS PLAZA, FORDHAM SQUARE & EAST 54 east54.com Environ Way at Hwy 54 between Hamilton and Finley Golf Course Rds Open-air shopping plaza with a great restaurant scene. Also find The Stock Exchange, salons, a pharmacy, fitness center, anchored by the Aloft Hotel. MEADOWMONT VILLAGE www.meadowmontvillageshops.com Off Raleigh Rd (Hwy 54 East) About thirty venues featuring medical, services, fitness, dining, groceries and women’s clothing and accessories including Monkee’s of Chapel Hill and J McLaughlin. MIDTOWN MARKET Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd and Hillsborough St. Houses The Root Cellar, Flyleaf Books, boutique SallyMack, Bombolo and service shops.
Nearly 30 stores including Hallmark/Pink Pearl, Great Outdoor Provision Company, Talbots, Aldi, Ulta Beauty, Trader Joe’s, plus several restaurants. THE GALLERIA AND ELLIOTT SQUARE Along S. Elliott Rd between E. Franklin St and Fordham Blvd
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Businesses including Staples, Whole Foods Market, Purple Puddle, Whilden Clothing, restaurants and more.
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SOUTHERN VILLAGE southernvillage.com 400 Market St (Off US Hwy 15-501 South) 919.933.4422
CARR MILL MALL AND DOWNTOWN carrmillmall.com, carrboro.com E. & W. Main St and E. & W. Weaver St 919.942.8669
Restaurants, shops, entertainment and services anchored by Weaver Street Market, Lumina Theater, and the Hyatt Place Hotel. Center Village on the Green.
Carr Mill Mall is a beautifully restored former textile mill (built in 1899) and home to numerous local specialty shops, restaurants and adjacent to Harris Teeter, CVS and Weaver Street Market. Find books at Golden Fig, beads at Firefly, clothes and accessories at Sofia’s Boutique, cards and gifts at My Muses Card Shop and much more. Main St features gift and craft shops, fashion, coffee shops, restaurants, and galleries.
UNIVERSITY PLACE universityplacenc.com 201 S. Estes Dr | 919.967.6934 Retail anchored by Silverspot Cinema and Stoney River Steakhouse & Grill. Specialty shops and restaurants. Home to William Travis Jewelry, The Print and Frame Shop, Kidzu Children’s Museum and WCHL Radio.
CARRBORO PLAZA carrboro.com NC Hwy 54 West and W. Main St
WHAT’S COMING: Expansion includes mixed use space, increased retail and restaurants, apartments, hotel, green space and much more.
Grocery store, Dollar General, restaurants, pharmacy and service stores. About 30 businesses.
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CARRBORO
300 EAST MAIN 300eastmain.com 300 E. Main St Mixed-use development on Main St features Hampton Inn & Suites, a parking deck, restaurants and shops. Includes Oakleaf, Iza Whiskey & Eats and Cat’s Cradle, and retail includes WomanCraft Gifts, FRANK Gallery and more.
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SOUTH GREEN southgreencarrboro.com 501 S. Greensboro St Restaurant, retail and office space development that currently is home to Craftboro Brewing Company, Carrboro Yoga and other service businesses.
HILLSBOROUGH
ALUMNI HALL alumnihall.com/info/carolina-square Carolina Square 133 W. Franklin St, Unit 140 Chapel Hill 919.240.5523
DOWNTOWN & WEST HILLSBOROUGH
visithillsboroughnc.com/shopping In the heart of the historic district, you’ll find a wide selection of antique, wine, chocolate, yarn, jewelry, craft shops and locally owned restaurants, art galleries and other businesses, including Weaver Street Market and Dual Supply. At the northern end find the North Hills Shopping Center and restaurants off Hwy 70. Don’t forget West Hillsborough with restaurants, taverns and shops.
CHAPEL HILL SPORTSWEAR chapelhillsportswear.com 119 E. Franklin St Chapel Hill 919.929.0060 CLASSIC FASHIONS facebook.com/classic.fashions.unc 171 E. Franklin St Chapel Hill 919.967.7600 JOHNNY T-SHIRT: THE CAROLINA STORE johnnytshirt.com 128 E. Franklin St Chapel Hill 919.967.5646 PHOTO: SP MURRAYV
SHRUNKEN HEAD BOUTIQUE shrunkenhead.com 155 E. Franklin St Chapel Hill 919.942.7544 UNC STUDENT STORES unc.bncollege.com UNC Campus 207 South Rd Chapel Hill 919.962.5066
HAMPTON POINTE I-85 Exit 165 and Hwy 86 Hampton Pointe Blvd, Hillsborough More than a dozen stores, anchored by The Home Depot and Wal-Mart SuperCenter.
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VIETRI OUTLET STORE vietri.com/pages/outlet-store 343 Elizabeth Brady Rd (Off Hwy 70) 919.245.4181 Outlet features discontinued, slightly flawed, and one-of-a-kind Italian hand-crafted dinnerware, glassware, flatware and accessories. Check out their semi-annual warehouse sale in Spring and Fall.
UNC FAN GEAR
RUMORS BOUTIQUE IN CHAPEL HILL
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specialty shops ANTIQUES/ AUCTIONS
THRIFT/RESALE CONSIGNMENT
VINTAGE AND GIFTS
LELAND LITTLE AUCTION & ESTATE SALES/ GALLERY lelandlittle.com 620 Cornerstone Ct. Hillsborough 919.644.1243
CLOTHES MENTOR chapelhillnc.clothesmentor.com 241 S. Elliott Rd Chapel Hill 919.929.1770
108 CHURTON 108churton.com 108 S. Churton St Hillsborough 919.732.4500
COMMUNITYWORX THRIFT SHOP communityworxnc.org 125 W. Main St Carrboro 919. 967.1272
A LITTLE SOMETHING facebook.com/ ineedalittlesomething 118 N. Churton St Hillsborough 919.935.4249
MOMMY & ME RESALES 1406 Old NC 10 Hillsborough 919.245.8810
CARLISLE & LINNY VINTAGE JEWELRY facebook.com/carlisleandlinny 112 S. Churton St Hillsborough 917.400.9800
MEBANE ANTIQUE AUCTION GALLERY mebaneauction.com 7607 Hwy 70 West Mebane 919.563.2424 ODDITIES & SUCH yelp.com/biz/odditiesand-such-carrboro 501 W. Main St Carrboro 919.599.3699 SCAVENGER ANTIQUES scavengerantique.com 102-A W. Main St Carrboro 919.929.2340 TRADING POST ANTIQUES 100 Smith Level Rd Carrboro 919.612.4148 WHITEHALL AT THE VILLA ANTIQUES whitehallantiques.com 1213 E. Franklin St Chapel Hill 919.942.3179
MY SECRET CLOSET mysecretcloset.com 107 John Earl St Hillsborough 919.732.1254
DWELL dwellhillsborough.com 107 N. Churton St Hillsborough 984.217.0035
RUMORS BOUTIQUE shopatrumors.com 106C N. Graham St Chapel Hill 919.942.2335 THE STOCK EXCHANGE shopstockexchange.com 2160 Environ Way Chapel Hill 919.403.9977
RE-INVINTAGED HOME DÉCOR & MORE facebook.com/reinvintagednc 120 S. Churton St Hillsborough UNIQUITIQUES uniquitiques.com 125 E. King St Hillsborough 919.644.8000
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NORTH CAROLINA CRAFTS GALLERY
GOLDEN FIG
nccraftsgallery.com 212 W. Main St Carrboro 919.942.4048
goldenfigbooks.com 200 N Greensboro St Ste A-17 Carrboro 919.908.8368
WOMANCRAFT GIFTS
gallery sampler
womancraftgifts.com 360 E. Main St, #170 Carrboro 919.929.3300
BULLS HEAD BOOKSHOP unc.bncollege.com 207 South Rd, Chapel Hill Daniels Bldg, UNC Campus 919.962.5060
FRANK GALLERY
frankisart.com 370 E. Main St, Ste 130 Carrboro 919.636.4135
EPILOGUE BOOKS CHOCOLATE BREWS & PROLOGUE epiloguebookcafe.com 109 E. Franklin St, Suite 100 Chapel Hill 919.913.5055
PEEL GALLERY
books
peel.gallery 708 W. Rosemary St Carrboro
FLYLEAF BOOKS flyleafbooks.com 752 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd Chapel Hill 919.942.7373
ENO ARTS MILL GALLERY
artsorange.org/enomill/ 437 Dimmocks Mill Rd, Ste 17 Hillsborough 919.245.2129
PURPLE CROW BOOKS
purplecrowbooks.com 109 W. King St Hillsborough 919.732.1711
HILLSBOROUGH GALLERY OF THE ARTS
hillsboroughgallery.com 121 N. Churton St Hillsborough 919.732.5001
HILLSBOROUGH ARTS COUNCIL GALLERY
hillsboroughartscouncil .org/giftshop 102 N. Churton St Hillsborough 919.643.2500
MARGARET LANE GALLERY & ART STUDIOS
THOMAS STEVENS GALLERY
thomasstevens.com 126 W. King St, Hillsborough 919.360.2249
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maragretlanegallery.com 121 W. Margaret Ln Hillsborough 919.296.8938
farmers’ markets
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CARRBORO FARMERS’ MARKET
carrborofarmersmarket.com Town Commons 301 W. Main St, Carrboro | 919.280.3326 Apr-Oct
| Saturdays 7am - 12pm | Wednesdays 3pm - 6pm
Nov-Mar | Saturdays
9am - 12pm
CHAPEL HILL FARMERS’ MARKET
thechapelhillfarmersmarket.com University Place parking lot 201 S. Estes Dr, Chapel Hill | 919.533.9496. Apr-Oct
| Saturdays | Tuesdays
8am - 12pm 3pm - 6pm
Nov-Mar | Saturdays
9am - 12pm
ENO RIVER FARMERS’ MARKET
enoriverfarmersmarket.com Farmers’ Market Pavilion 144 E. Margaret Ln, Hillsborough | 952.412.5940 Apr-Nov | Saturdays Dec-Mar | Saturdays
8am - 12pm 10am - 12pm
For more information about Orange County farms, visit:
www.OrangeCountyFarms.org
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Chapel Hill and Orange County has long been a culinary destination. From classic southern fare and elegant cuisine to burgers, barbecue and BLTs, wait till you see what Chapel Hill, Carrboro and Hillsborough brings to the table. Here is a sampler plate of restaurants as well as craft breweries and wine, sweets, coffee and tea, bars and pubs.
who’s hungry?
CARRBORO ACME FOOD & BEVERAGE CO 110 E. Main St 919.929.2263
CHAM THAI CUISINE AT CARRBORO
370 E. Main St 984.999.4646 chamthai.com
Using fresh local ingredients to create Southern American dishes in a fine dining setting.
Array of flavorful Thai dishes. Whether you’re a vegetarian, vegan, pescatarian, or meat-lover, there’s an option for everyone.
AKAI HANA JAPANESE
GLASSHALFULL
acmecarrboro.com
206 W. Main St 919.942.6848 akaihana.com
Sushi Bar and traditional Japanese cuisine in a contemporary atmosphere. ARMADILLO GRILL
120 E. Main St 919.929.4669
armadillogrill.com
106 S. Greensboro St 919.967.9784 glasshalfull.net
Seasonal American cooking using the freshest local ingredients to create a healthy, Mediterraneaninspired feast that encourages passing, sharing, and experimenting with food and wine pairings.
Award-winning Tex-Mex restaurant.
GOURMET KINGDOM CHINESE
BREAKAWAY CARRBORO
thegourmetkingdom.com
301 E. Main St 919.932.7222
410 N. Greensboro St, Ste 160 984.234.3296
Authentic Chinese food with lots of vegetarian options.
Coffee, sandwiches, burgers, baked-goods, beverages.
GRATA DINER
CARRBURRITOS TAQUERIA
gratadiner.com
breakawaync.com
711 W. Rosemary St 919.933.8226 carrburritos.com
California-style taqueria featuring fresh and sophisticated flavors served in generous portions made daily.
200 N. Greensboro St 919.240.7000 The place in town for breakfast, brunch and lunch daily. Good, clean, simple food prepared with love and gratitude, one dish at a time.
IZA WHISKEY AND EATS
370 E. Main St 919.537.8645 izaeats.com
Japanese fusion-style cuisine serving small plates, sushi, ramen, whiskey, sake and cocktails in a modern space. JADE PALACE RESTAURANT
103 E. Main St 919.942.0006
myjadepalace.com
Long-time popular Chinese restaurant. LA MONTAÑA
370 E. Main St 919.899.9854
eatatlamontana.com
Latin-Asian inspired coffee and tea shop, tequila cocktail bar, and allday kitchen. LUNA ROTISSERIE AND EMPANADAS
307 E. Main St 919.537.8958
lunarotisserie.com
Luna is where South American meets American South. MEL’S COMMISSARY & CATERING
109 W. Main St 919.240.7700
melscarrboro.com
Salads, sandwiches, sides, tortizzas, snacks & sweets. MONTERREY MEXICAN GRILL
104 NC 54, Ste FF
letsgotomonterrey.com
Classic Mexican cuisine, handcrafted Margaritas and more. (Also located at 1722 Fordham Blvd, Chapel Hill)
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NAPOLI PIZZERIA & GELATERIA
105 E. Main St 919.667.8288
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Neapolitian wood-fired pizza and artisanal gelato. NEAL’S DELI
100 E. Main St 919.967.2185 nealsdeli.com
Dishes from scratch with the seasonal local ingredients for the finest deli experience. Open for breakfast and lunch. OAKLEAF
310 E. Main St 984.234.0054
oakleafnc.com
A sophisticated seasonal farm-to-
fork restaurant, dedicated to providing high quality cuisine and a fine dining experience. Dine inside or on patio during nice weather. PIZZERIA MERCATO
408 W. Weaver St 919.967.2277
pizzeriamercatonc.com
Seasonally focused restaurant with bright, energetic salads, textured vegetable dishes, handmade pastas, Neapolitan-inspired pizzas in bricklined ovens and luxurious gelatos.
THAI STATION RESTAURANT
SPOTTED DOG
111 E. Main St 919.933.1117
201 E. Main St 984.234.3230
Casual restaurant featuring an eclectic menu with a focus on vegan, vegetarian and healthy, organic options.
Located in a cool train car, find everything from the best Thai appetizers, noodle soups, curry/ hot pots, and seafood.
TANDEM CARRBORO
VENABLE CARRBORO BISTRO
thespotteddogrestaurant.com
200 N. Greensboro St 919.240.7937 tandemcarrboro.com
American fare sourced from local farms is served in a relaxed, brickwalled space with an outside patio in the warm weather. TESORO
100 E. Weaver St 919.537.8494
thaistationnc.com
200 N. Greensboro St 919.904.7160 venablebistro.com
Comfort food with big, bold flavors featuring fresh locally sourced ingredients. Extensive cocktail list, craft and imported beers selection, and carefully selected wine list.
tesorocarrboro.com
Cozy 18-seat restaurant serving housemade pasta, seasonal plates and classic sweets with Italian, French and Croatian influences.
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431 W. Franklin St 919.869.7024
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CHAPEL HILL AY POR DIOS MEXICAN BISTRO Aypordiosnc.com
One of Chapel Hill’s newest restaurants presenting a colorful space serving Mexican cuisine inspired by authentic Oaxacan food and culture. Drinks and music.
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159 1/2 E. Franklin St 919.967.5048
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BANDIDO’S
bandidoscafe.com
Delicious and award winning Mexican favorites along with delicious margaritas. BARTACO
201 S. Estes Dr 910.807.8226 bartaco.com
bartaco is inspired by the beach culture of Brazil, Uruguay and southern California, serving upscale street food with a coastal vibe in a relaxed environment. BIN 54 STEAK & CELLAR
1201-M Raleigh Rd 919.969.1155
bin54chapelhill.com
Classic steakhouse with the highest quality meats and seafood. Large wine selection. BLUEBIRD
601 Meadowmont Village Cir 919.213.9882 bluebirdnc.com
French bistro serving food, cocktails and wine in true Gallic style. Chapel Hill’s little piece of Paris. BLUE’S ON FRANKLIN
110 W. Franklin St 919.240.5060
bluesonfranklin.com
Blues on Franklin is a smokehouse BBQ restaurant owned and operated by three generations of Tar Heels. BOMBOLO
764 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd 919.914.6374 bombolochapelhill.com
Bombolo offers a food adventure with an ever-changing menu and a varied wine list. BREADMAN’S
261 S. Elliott Rd 919.967.7110
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Longtime Chapel Hill restaurant known for their breakfast, dinner plates, burgers, barbecue, classic sandwiches and more.
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BUNS
107 N. Columbia St 919.240.4746
bunsofchapelhill.com
Choose one of three hand-crafted burgers—Angus chuck beef, fresh ground turkey, and homemade veggie—and start building your burger, as well as, hand cut fries. CAROLINA BREWERY
460 W. Franklin St 919.942.1800
carolinabrewery.com
Local ingredients highlight burgers, salads, tacos and burritos, soups, sauces and dressings, hand cut fries and potato chips. North Carolina seafood, when available, throughout each season. Awardwinning craft beer. CAROLINA COFFEE SHOP
138 E. Franklin St 919.942.6875
carolinacoffeeshop.com
The oldest continually running restaurant in North Carolina, it serves modern southern cuisine, featuring a full bar and a famous weekend brunch.
COCO ESPRESSO, BISTRO & BAR
101 Glen Lennox Dr 919.883.9003 cocochapelhill.com
Coco is a plant-based concept: coffee shop, breakfast and lunch café by day and restaurant and full bar by evening. CROSSROADS CHAPEL HILL
211 Pittsboro St 919.918.2777
destinationhotels.com/carolinainn/crossroads-chapel-hill
Located in the historic Carolina Inn, Crossroads Chapel Hill features fine cuisine, indoor/ outdoor dining space, and fresh, locally sourced seasonal menus. DAME’S CHICKEN & WAFFLES
147 E. Franklin St 919.240.4228
dameschickenwaffles.com
World-class, comfort food combinations. DEAD MULE CLUB
303 W. Franklin St 919.969.7659 deadmule.squarespace.com
CHIMNEY INDIAN KITCHEN & BAR
Serving Big Sam’s BBQ, burgers and sides and a full bar. Enjoy outdoor expanded deck.
chimneyindiankitchen.com
ELEMENTS
306 W. Franklin St 984.234.3671
Authentic Indian cuisine.
CHOLANAD RESTAURANT AND BAR
310 W. Franklin St 800.246.5262 cholanad.com
South Indian culinary experience in a world class style.
2110 Environ Way 919.537.8780
elementsofchapelhill.com With a posh and elegant décor; Elements features a sophisticated menu with unique pairings of vibrant flavors from around the world.
306 W. Franklin St, Chapel Hill | 919.717.0404 Chapel Hill’s only food hall. This indoor food market features vendors producing fresh food to go. Dine in or at outside tables, or take-out. Vendors at press time Big Bertha Bottle Shop, 50Kitchen, Vegan Flava, Bouquet Garni Senegalese, Buckets at Chapel Hill and Good Cooks.
BRAVOS MARKET facebook.com/lamarketa123
3300 NC HWY 54, Chapel Hill | 919.869.7310 Market offers groceries, local meat, produce, Hispanic products and more.
GARDEN SPOT backlotgardenspot.com Behind Lantern at 423 W. Franklin St, Chapel Hill. A cozy, green and growing space downtown hosting parties and popups, music and markets on select weekends.
Current events on: facebook.com/lanternNC or instagram.com/backlotgardenspot/ MARIAKAKIS FINE FOOD & WINE mariakakis.com
1322 Fordham Blvd, Ste #1, Chapel Hill | 919.942.1453 Selection is varied and extensive, appealing to traditions in Western & Eastern Europe and the Mediterranean region. Plus wine and chocolates. Next to Eastgate Shopping Center, in Mariakakis Plaza.
STEVE’S GARDEN MARKET & BUTCHERY stevesgardenmarket.com
610 N. Churton St, Hillsborough | 919.732.4712 Produce, meats and deli sandwiches.
WEAVER STREET MARKET weaverstreetmarket.coop
One of the largest and most successful cooperative organic markets in the country. • CARRBORO 101 E. Weaver St, Carrboro
• SOUTHERN VILLAGE
716 Market St, Chapel Hill
• GATEWAY CENTER
| 919.929.0010 | 919.929.2009
228 S. Churton St, Hillsborough | 919.245.5050
community and food markets
BLUE DOGWOOD PUBLIC MARKET facebook.com/bluedogwoodch
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411 WEST
411 W. Franklin St 919.967.2782 411west.com
Inspired by the flavors of Italy and the Mediterranean with a healthy California twist; made fresh inhouse pasta, fresh seafood, steaks, specials and delicious thin crust pizzas that are baked in a woodfired oven imported from Italy. FARM HOUSE RESTAURANT
6004 Millhouse Rd 919.929.5727
farmhousesteakhouse.com Steaks are cooked on an open charcoal grill and brought to the table still sizzling on hot cast iron skillets. The atmosphere is rustic and romantic. FIESTA GRILL
3307 NC Highway 54 West 919.928.9002
fiestagrill.us
Popular Mexican restaurant 5 miles west of Carrboro on Hwy 54. FOUR CORNERS
1505 E. Franklin St 919.918.2545
423 W. Franklin St 919.969.8846
At Il Palio, they celebrate the great tradition of Italian hospitality, from the warmth of the service to the quality of their cooking, using the best local and Italian ingredients, prepared simply and served generously; regional Italian cooking by Chef Adam Rose.
Lantern combines Asian flavors and North Carolina ingredients sourced mainly from local farms and fisheries. Chef-owner Andrea Reusing is a James Beard award winning chef and cookbook author.
ilpalio.com
lanternrestaurant.com
ITALIAN PIZZERIA III
LIME AND LEMON INDIAN GRILL & BAR
italianpizzeria3.com
lnlrestaurant.com
508 W. Franklin St 919.968.4671
100 Meadowmont Village Cir 984.234.3409
A Chapel Hill tradition with brothers Angelo and Vincenzo Marrone serving authentic Italian pizza and other dishes since 1980.
Offers an immersive dining experience with exquisite dishes that will take you on a journey through India’s many regions and traditions.
JUJUBE
1201 Raleigh Rd 919.960.0555
LUCHA TIGRE
Jujube is a modern Asian fusion restaurant with a cuisine rooted in the flavors of China and Vietnam with three unique seating areas.
luchatigre.com
jujuberestaurant.com
KIPOS GREEK TAVERNA
746 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd 919.914.6386 Latin-Asian fusion cuisine, tapas, tequila and sake bar. MAMA DIP’S KITCHEN
1800 E. Franklin St 919.425.0760
408 W. Rosemary St 919.942.5837 The place to find delicious country cooking since 1976. Currently serving lunch and dinner.
201 S. Estes Dr, #400A 919.415.1799
Kipos is a reflection of owner Giorgio Bakatsias’ Greek childhood of fresh and robust village foods cooked in wood-burning ovens, honoring old and modern recipes alike. Eat inside or outside on the patio.
Featuring the bold flavors of Asian street food.
LA RESIDENCE RESTAURANT & BAR
175 E. Franklin St 919.537.8230
fourcornersgrille.com Burgers, wings, soups, salads and sandwiches, plus a full bar. HAWKERS
eathawkers.com
HAWTHORNE & WOOD
3140 Environ Way 919.240.4337
hawthorneandwood.com Neighborhood restaurant, bar and outdoor patio lounge, where your dinner can be fancy, laid-back, or anywhere in between.
kiposchapelhill.com
202 W. Rosemary St 919.967.2506
laresidencedining.com
Opened in 1976, La Rez, as it is locally known, offers an American inspired twist on classic French food and an exceptional dining experience, sit inside or on the patio. LANTERN RESTAURANT
IL PALIO RISTORANTE
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mamadips.com
MARKET AND MOSS
700 Market St 919.929.8226
marketandmoss.com Seasonal cuisine using the best ingredients they can find from local farmers, purveyors, and fishers, in addition to specialty cocktails and wine.
MEDITERRANEAN DELI &
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410 W. Franklin St 919.967.2666
mediterraneandeli.com As of press time, providing take out with limited menu. Order online or through one of their delivery platforms and pick-up is at temporary location 454 W. Franklin St. Authentic cuisines from the Middle East and the Mediterranean, including vegetarian and gluten free items. MERRITT’S GRILL
1009 S. Columbia St 919.942.4897
merrittsblt.com
Famous for their BLTs. Other offerings include burgers, sandwiches, salads, specialties and vegetarian items. MOMO MASTER RESTAURANT
110 N. Columbia St 919.903.9051
momosmaster.com Authentic Himalayan restaurant featuring expertly crafted momobased entrees, side dishes and desserts. Momo is a type of dumpling that’s popular in places including Tibet and Nepal. NEW HOPE MARKET
6117 NC Hwy 86 South 919.240.7851
facebook.com/moonpi451 New Hope Market offers a daily special, soup of the day, deli items and an array of desserts. OISHII SUSHI BAR & RESTAURANT
1129 Weaver Dairy Rd 919.932.7002
oishiiroll.com
Japanese & Sushi Bar offering sashimi, tempura, noodle, teriyaki and more.
919.636.6469
201 S. Elliott Rd 919.375.0600
108henderson.com
osteriageorgi.com Osteria reflects the passion behind Italian cuisine and culture with simply prepared hand-made pasta, locally sourced ingredients and vibrant flavors.
Cajun food, fine wine, and a rotating selection of local beers and ciders. ROOT CELLAR CAFE & CATERING
750 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd 919.967.3663
rootcellarchapelhill.com
PHO HAPPINESS
Specialize in scratch-made sandwiches, salads, pizzas, soups, and desserts, as well as locally roasted coffees.
508-A W. Franklin St 919.942.8201
phohappinessnc.com Experience a modern twist to Vietnamese dishes.
SNOOZE AN A.M. EATERY
1800 E. Franklin St, Ste 003 984.316.8910
PIERO’S PASTA & WINE
1502 E. Franklin St 984.999.4826
snoozeeatery.com
High-quality Italian dishes and wine.
Morning to afternoon breakfast menu with full bar.
PIRATE CAPTAIN
SIAM ZAP PHO
pierospasta.com
163 E. Franklin St 919.968.2098
1129 Weaver Dairy Rd 919.903.8280
piratecaptainch.com
siamzapphonc.com
Exquisite ramen noodle bowls and rich in flavor Cajun seafood, as well as poke and smoothies with the finest and freshest ingredients.
Authentic Thai restaurant. SPICY 9
QUE CHULA
spicy9chapelhill.com
140 W. Franklin St 919.903.9335
Sushi and Asian fusion cuisine.
140 W. Franklin St, #110 919.903.8000
quechulatacos.com
Authentic Mexican food, craft tacos and tequila bar.
SQUID’S RESTAURANT & OYSTER BAR
1201 Fordham Blvd 919.942.8757
squidsrestaurant.com
RASA INDI-JAPANESE
1826 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd 919.929.2199
rasachapelhillnc.com
Authentic and delicious Indian and Asian cuisine including vegetarian, vegan and gluten free.
Famous for the area’s best seafood and a warm inviting oyster bar, plus wood-grilled fillets, live Maine lobster, lightly breaded fried seafood, and unique weekly specials. STONEY RIVER STEAKHOUSE AND GRILL
RASA MALAYSIA
410 Market St 984.234.0256
rasamalaysiach.com Malaysia cuisine including Kampung favorites and more. ROUGAROU/IMBIBE OSTERIA GEORGI
108 Henderson St.
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201 S. Estes Dr 919.914.6688
jalexandersholdings.com/ stoneyriver Upscale steakhouse specializing in hand-cut steaks, fresh seafood selections, signature salads and house specialties. SUNRISE BISCUIT KITCHEN
1305 E. Franklin St 919.933.1324
sunrisebiscuits.com
Biscuits for breakfast and lunch, hamburgers, hot dogs, and sandwiches served also. Drive-thru and walk-up window. SUTTON’S DRUG STORE
159 E. Franklin St 919.942.5161
suttonsdrugstore.com
Old fashioned diner near the campus, opened in 1923; offers a great variety of food including burgers, hot dogs, sandwiches, salads, wraps and milkshakes. Find old-fashioned flavored sodas and vintage candy, jellies and jams. TALULLAS MEZZE LOUNGE & BAR
456 W. Franklin St 919.933.1177
talullas.com
flyingbiscuit.com
thetownhallgrill.com
THE PIG
Neighborhood grill offering burgers, sandwiches, tacos, beers and more.
thepigrestaurant.com
VIMALA’S CURRYBLOSSOM CAFÉ
Serving breakfast and lunch all day 630 Weaver Dairy Rd 919.942.1133
Barbecue restaurant that features whole-hog barbecue made with local, pasture-raised, antibiotic and hormone free pork. THE PURPLE BOWL
306 W. Franklin St 919.903.8511
purplebowlch.com
Fueling active lifestyles with fresh, healthy, and delicious superfoods including acai bowls, artisan toast and smoothies. TIME-OUT
201 E Franklin St 919.929.2425
A Chapel Hill institution located in downtown on Franklin St. They’re the only restaurant with delivery in town that is open 24/7, 365 days a year and famous for their Chicken ‘n Cheddar Biscuit and Southern comfort food. TOP OF THE HILL RESTAURANT & BREWERY
TANDOOR INDIAN RESTAURANT
thetopofthehill.com
tandoorchapelhill.com
While menu focuses on dishes from Punjab, northern India’s agricultural region, a new selection includes such delicacies as Tandoori salmon, a delectable mixture of ground spices.
100 E. Franklin St 984.230.3914
Top Of The Hill – or TOPO as they have come to be known – is a destination spot. Their menu is loaded with locally-sourced ingredients, their acclaimed beer collection is brewed right there onsite, and the outdoor deck boasts a panoramic view of downtown. 410 Market St 919.960.8696
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201 S. Estes Dr 919.537.8974
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Vimala’s restaurant has been bringing home-cooked Indian flavors from her home state of Kerala, her beloved Mumbai and other parts of India since 2010. WHEAT
143 E. Franklin St (919) 914-6737 Wheat specializes in authentic Chinese noodles, rice, teas and desserts.
HILLSBOROUGH AMERICAN HERO RESTAURANT & GRILL
640 N. Churton St 919.732.1900
americanherorestaurant.com
TOWN HALL GRILL THE FLYING BISCUIT CAFÉ
curryblossom.com
timeout247.com
A favorite dining and late night destination amongst locals and visiting foodies alike with their unique Turkish cuisine. 1301 E. Franklin St 919.967.6622
431 W. Franklin St 919.929.3833
Family-owned restaurant with cold and hot subs, salads, burgers, sides, Italian entrees and desserts. ANNA MARIA’S PIZZERIA & RESTAURANT
670 N. Churton St 919.245.1900
annamariasnc.wordpress.com Pizza, pasta, seafood, subs, sandwiches, desserts. Second location in Carrboro Plaza.
ANTONIA’S
J&F KITCHEN
PUEBLO VIEJO
101 N. Churton St 919.643.7722
155 Mayo St 919.568.5453
370 S. Churton St 919.732.3480
A delicious variety of fresh made pastas, seafood dishes, and entrees made in an old-world Italian style.
A family-run restaurant with American, Italian, and Balkan mix of cuisine.
Traditional Mexican favorites.
BIG BOB’S CITY GRILL
JACK’S COUNTRY RESTAURANT
facebook.com/pages/big-bobscity-grill/ Fresh-made burgers, fries, hushpuppies, slaw, fried chicken, and fresh country sides such as collards and roasted corn on the cob. COLORADO BURRITO
122 S. Churton St 336.269.8513 Mexican restaurant serving burritos, quesadillas, tortas, chimichangas, plus vegetarian offerings. EL RESTAURANTE IXTAPA 162 Exchange Park Lane 919.644.6944
ixtapa.homestead.com
Authentic Mexican food and daily specials. HILLSBOROUGH BBQ COMPANY
236 S. Nash St 919.732.4647
hillsboroughbbq.com Pit cooked BBQ, ribs, chicken, turkey, brisket, sides and house made desserts. Specialty drinks and local beer. HILLSBOROUGH BAKESHOP & PASTA CO
110 S. Churton St 919.732.6261
hillsboroughbakeshop.com Pastries, sandwiches, salads, pizza, handmade pastas.
121 Rebecca Dr 919.732.7022 Family breakfast restaurant serving up the basics and a strong cup of coffee. JAY’S CHICKEN SHACK
facebook.compue bloviejohillsboroughnc RADIUS PIZZERIA & PUB
112 N. Churton St 919.245.0601
radiuspizzeria.net Locally owned restaurant serving up fresh, handmade pizzas, salads, paninis, and pasta dishes. Great outdoor seating.
646 N. Churton St 919.732.3591
SARATOGA GRILL
Chicken and biscuits restaurant cooked to perfection with a family spice blend.
thesaratogagrill.com
jayschickenshack.com
LOS ALTOS
126 W. King St 919.568.5453
108 S. Churton St 919.732.2214
Delicious and reasonably priced cuisine (primarily seafood), including their house specialties and other custom favorites. VILLAGE DINER & PIZZERIA
losaltosrestaurantnc.com Casual Mexican eatery serving breakfast, tacos, tortas & more. NOMAD
122 W. King St 984.217.0179
600 W. King St 919.732.8915
villagedinernc.com Salads, sandwiches, pizzas and brunch on Sundays.
thenomadnc.com
VINNY’S ITALIAN GRILL & PIZZERIA
Dinner of traditional ethnic dishes and craft cocktails with a unique spin, all in a cozy rustic interior.
vinnyshillsborough.com
133 N. Scotswood Blvd 919.732.9219
230 S. Nash St 919.245.8566
Locally owned and operated bringing the taste of New York style pizza, delicious subs and pasta dishes.
New entrees, appetizers, and woodfired Neapolitan pizzas along with wine, beer and cocktails in west Hillsborough.
WOODEN NICKEL PUBLIC HOUSE 113 N. Churton St 919.932.0134
PIZZA CORNICIONE
Pizzacornicione.com
thewnp.com
Wings, burgers, wraps and brews.
PHOTO: NOMAD
584 Cornelius St 919.732.2953
jandfkitchen.weebly.com
PHOTO: DONN YOUNG
antoniashillsborough.com
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Sweets & Bakery CARRBORO RISE SOUTHERN BISCUITS & RIGHTEOUS CHICKEN
310 E. Main St 919.929.5115 risebiscuitschicken.com PELICAN’S SNOBALLS
505 W. Main St 919.410.2415 facebook.com/ pelicanscarrborochapelhill
CHAPEL HILL BEN & JERRY’S
102 W. Franklin St 919.967.9068 benjerry.com BRANDWEIN’S BAGELS
505 W. Rosemary St 919.240.7071 brandweinsbagels.com BRUEGGER’S BAGELS
GREAT HARVEST BREAD COMPANY
229 S. Elliott Rd 919.904.7292 greatharvestbread.com GUGLHUPF BAKE SHOP
1800 E. Franklin St 919.914.6511 guglhupf.com
INSOMNIA COOKIES
145 E. Franklin St 919.336.0637 insomniacookies.com LA VITA DOLCE ESPRESSO &GELATO BAR
610 Market St 919.968.1635 lavitadolcecafe.com
LE MACARON FRENCH PASTRIES
140 W Franklin, St #120 984.234.3023 lemacaron-us.com MAPLE VIEW MOBILE ICE CREAM
1800 E. Franklin St 919.929.5524 brueggers.com
University Place 201 S. Estes Dr 919.244.1949 universityplacenc.com
COLD STONE CREAMERY
THE YOGURT PUMP
131 E. Franklin St 919.914.6193 coldstonecreamery.com CRUMBL COOKIES
133 W. Franklin St 984.261.2222 crumblecookies.com DUNKIN’
1509 E. Franklin St 919.530.0053 dunkindonuts.com
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106 W. Franklin St 919.942.7867 yogurtpump.com
YOPOP FROZEN YOGURT
1129 Weaver Dairy Rd 919.537.8229 facebook.com/ yopopchapelhill
HILLSBOROUGH KIM’S BAKE SHOP
111 N. Churton St 919.932.0134 downtownpies.com LA MUÑECA ICE CREAM
131 Mayo St 919.241.4266 la-muneca-ice-cream.business.site MAPLE VIEW ICE CREAM COUNTRY STORE
6900 Rock Ridge Rd 919.960.5535 mapleviewfarm.com
MATTHEW’S CHOCOLATES
104 N. Churton St 984.245.9571 facebook.com/ matthewschocolates
WHIT’S FROZEN CUSTARD
240 S. Nash St 919.245.8123 whitscustard.com
Coffee & Tea CARRBORO
CHAPEL HILL
GRAY SQUIRREL COFFEE COMPANY
1922 BY CAROLINA COFFEE SHOP
360 E. Main St, #100 graysquirrelcoffee.com KRAVE
105 W. Main St 919.408.9596 facebook.com/kravekava/ OASIS
200 N. Greensboro St 919.904.7343 facebook.com/oasisatcarrmill OPEN EYE CAFÉ
101 S. Greensboro St 919.968.9410 openeyecafe.com
STARBUCKS COFFEE
140 E. Franklin St 919.942.6875 carolinacoffeeshop.com
TEA HILL
318 W. Franklin St 984.999.4580 teahillusa.com
CAFFE DRIADE
1215-A E. Franklin St 919.942.2333 caffedriade.com
THE GROUNDS COFFEE SHOP
CARIBOU COFFEE COMPANY
1408 E. Franklin St 919.968.3735 cariboucoffee.com
462 West Franklin Street thepitchchapelhill.com/ thegrounds TIN CUP JOE
104 N. Graham St facebook.com/tincupjoenc
JOE VAN GOGH
YAYA TEA
1129 Weaver Dairy Rd 919.967.2002 joevangogh.com
157 E. Franklin St 919.914.6302 yayatea.com
MOGE TEE
151 E. Franklin St 984.234.3278 mogeteechapelhill.com
HILLSBOROUGH
PERENNIAL COFFEE
CUP-A-JOE
401 W. Franklin St 919.914.6045 perennial.cafe QUICKLY
103 E. Franklin St 919.932-3824 starbucks.com
112 W. King St 919.732.2008 hboro-cupajoe.com
503 Meadowmont Village Cir 984.234.0401 quicklychapelhill.com STARBUCKS COFFEE (2 LOCATIONS)
1800 E. Franklin St 919.929.2613 starbucks.com
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U N I Q U E
C R A F T
B R E W E R I E S ,
STEEL STRING BREWERY, CARRBORO
CHEERS!
BREWERIES
TOP OF THE HILL RESTAURANT & BREWERY thetopofthehill.com 100 E. Franklin St 919.929.8676 Restaurant and brewery with indoor seating and outdoor deck/patio overlooking Franklin St.
CARRBORO
CRAFTBORO BREWING DEPOT craftborobrewing.com 101 Two Hills Dr, Unit 180 919.240.4400 Taproom and patio seating and bottle shop. Monthly brewery tours. DINGO DOG BREWING COMPANY dingodogbrewing.com 410 N. Greensboro St, Ste 150 Non-profit nano brewery operating on PlowGirl Farm outside of Carrboro. Taproom in Shelton Station in Carrboro. HAW RIVER TAP & TABLE 54 | 888. 968. 2060
Variety of craft beers brewed locally in Saxapahaw, NC as well as hard cider, wine, and craft cocktails paired with selection of mouthwatering dishes. STEEL STRING BREWERY steelstringbrewery.com 106 S. Greensboro St 919.240.7215 Taproom and patio. STEEL STRING BREWER AT PLUCK FARM facebook.com/pluckfarmnc 6901 NC 54, Mebane
PHOTO: SP MURTAY
Oldest operating craft brewery in the Triangle founded in 1995. Restaurant and brewery with lots of indoor and outdoor seating.
hawrivercarrboro.com 300 E. Main St 919.391.6788
Farm brewery, crafting beers with native NC ingredients foraged from the land. Features a beer garden, food truck pop-ups, lawn games, 13-hole disc golf course, farmers market and live music.
HILLSBOROUGH ENO RIVER BREWING enoriverbrewing.com 329 Eno Mountain Rd 919.241.4711
Beer garden and brewery taproom along the Hillsborough River Walk and Eno River.
PHOTO: SP MURTAY
CAROLINA BREWERY carolinabrewery.com 460 W. Franklin St 919.942.1800
PHOTO: ENO RIVER BREWING
CHAPEL HILL
PHOTO: SP MURTAY/CHOCVB
PHOTO: TOWN OF CARRBORO
C I D E R , W I N E
A N D
M O R E A connoisseur of craft beers, cider, wine, spirits or kombucha?
PHOTO: DANIEL TURBERT
You are in for a treat! Chapel Hill, Carrboro and Hillsborough are ideal for an exceptional tasting tour as the libation scene continues to grow. Each venue has a story to tell as do the folks who make them.
CIDER AND WINE BOTANIST AND BARREL botanistandbarrel.com 105 Persimmon Hill Ln, Cedar Grove 919.644.7777 The South’s only natural cidery — the first producer of Petillant Natural ciders — crafts real Southern ciders, fruited sours and wines with local, sustainable and organic fruits, including blueberries, traditional Southern heirloom cider apples, and more from their estate farm. Book your guided tastings and tour online. Enjoy food trucks, music, and more. During the summer pick your own naturally grown blueberries at Cedar Grove Blueberry Farm. ROCKS + ACID WINE SHOP rocksandacidwineshop.com 712 Market St, Chapel Hill New wine bar in Southern Village with wine classes, tastings and weekly events, wine and food or cheese pairings, speakeasy dinners and more. LA VITA DOLCE lavitadolcecafe.com 610 Market St, Chapel Hill, NC 27516 Wine Down Wednesday at La Vita Dolce Each week, from April to mid-October, enjoy live music, wine specials, and beautiful NC weather on the patio. Wine Down Wednesday is 5pm to 8pm, with live music on the patio (weather permitting) 6pm-8pm.
DB SUTTON CO. & WINE SHOP facebook.com/dbsuttoncowineshop
406 W. Franklin St, Chapel Hill
CHAPEL HILL WINE COMPANY chapelhillwinecompany.com 2809 Homestead Rd, Chapel Hill WINESTORE winestore-online.com Eastgate Shopping Center 1800 E. Franklin St, Chapel Hill HILLSBOROUGH WINE COMPANY chapelhillwinecompany.com 118 S. Churton St, Hillsborough GLASSHALFULL WINE SHOP AND THE CHEESE SHOP glasshalfull.net/shop cheeseshopnc.com 106 S. Greensboro St, Carrboro Cut-to-order together. BORO BEVERAGE borobeverage.com 400 W. Rosemary St, Suite 1005, Chapel Hill Probiotic libations including Kombucha, “wild” sodas, Switchel and shrubs.
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TOP OF THE HILL, CHAPEL HILL PHOTO: SP MURRAY
bars,clubs, and pubs CARRBORO 401 MAIN 401 Main St 984.999.4357 401main.com
B-SIDE LOUNGE 200 N. Greensboro St 919.904.7160 b-sidelounge.com BELLTREE COCKTAIL CLUB 100 Brewer Lane 984.234.0572 belltreecocktailclub.com BOWBARR 705 W. Rosemary St 919.967.9725 facebook.com/bowbarr ORANGE COUNTY SOCIAL CLUB 108 E. Main St 919.933.0669 orangecountysocialclub.net SPEAKEASY 100 E. Main St 919.914.6209 facebook.com speakeasycarrboro
CHAPEL HILL
BAXTER BAR & ARCADE 108 N. Graham St 919.869.7486 baxterarcade.com BEER STUDY & THE BOOT ROOM 504 W. Franklin St 919.240.5423 beerstudy.com BLUE HORN LOUNGE 125 E. Franklin St 919.903.8008 bluehorn.bar DEAD MULE CLUB 303 W. Franklin St 919.969.7659 deadmule.squarespace.com
DOWNTIME 201 E. Franklin St 919.240.7008 downtimechapelhill.com
ROUGAROU (IMBIBE) 108 Henderson St 919.636.6469 108henderson.com
FRANKLIN MOTORS BEER GARDEN 601 W. Franklin St 919.869.7090 franklinmotors.net
STILL LIFE CHAPEL HILL 159 E. Franklin St 877.590.5478 facebook.com/stilllifeunc
GIZMO BREW WORKS 157 E. Franklin St 919.636.4410 gizmobrewworks.com GOODFELLOWS 149 1/2 E. Franklin St 919.960.8685 goodfellowschapelhill.com HE’S NOT HERE 112 1/2 W. Franklin St 919.942.7939 hesnotherenc.com LAPIN BLEU 106-A N. Graham St 919.869.7157 instagram.com/ lapinbleumidway LINDA’S BAR AND GRILL 203 E. Franklin St 919.933.6663 lindas-bar.com MIGHT AS WELL BAR AND GRILL 206 W. Franklin St 984.234.3333 chapelhill. mightaswellbarandgrill.com
THE CASUAL PINT 201 S. Elliott Rd, Ste 5 919.967.2626 chapelhill.thecasualpint.com THE CAVE 452 1/2 W. Franklin St 984.234.3025 facebook.com/thecavenc THE CRUNKLETON 320 W. Franklin St 919.969.1125 thecrunkleton.com THE GATHERING PLACE 157 E. Franklin St 984.999.4548 thegatheringplacegames.com THE KRAKEN 2823 NC Hwy 54 West facebook.com/ KrakenBarChapelHill THE NORTHSIDE DISTRICT 403 W. Rosemary St 919.391.7044 thenorthsidedistrict.com TROPHY ROOM 311 W. Franklin St 919.442.9000 graduatehotels.com/chapel-hill
PANTANA BOB’S 300 W. Rosemary St 919.942.7575 facebook.com/pantanabobsch
TRU 114 Henderson St 919.240.7755 trudeli.com
PIGGYBACK 630 Weaver Dairy Rd 919.942.1133 thepigrestaurant.com/ piggyback
ZOG’S ART BAR & POOL HALL 108 Henderson St (upstairs) 919.636.6469 facebook.com/zogsbar
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LIVE MUSIC VOLUME HILLSBOROUGH 226 S. Churton St 919.643.2303 facebook.com/ volumehillsborough WOODEN NICKEL PUBLIC HOUSE 113 N. Churton St 919.932.0134 thewnp.com YONDER: SOUTHERN COCKTAILS & BREW 114 W. King St 919.283.2368 facebook.com/yonderbarnc
HILLSBOROUGH NASH STREET TAVERN 250 S. Nash St 919.245.1956 facebook.com nashstreettavern HOT TIN ROOF 115 W. Margaret Lane 919.296.9113 hottinroofbar.com YONDER:SOUTHERN COCKTAILS & BREW 114 W. King St 919.283.2368 facebook.com/yonderbarnc
CHAPEL HILL LOCAL 506 506 W. Franklin St 919.942.5506 local506.com
THE CAVE 452 1/2 W. Franklin St 984.234.3025 caverntavern.com THE KRAKEN 2823 NC Hwy 54 West facebook.com/ krakenbarchapelhill ROUGAROU (IMBIBE) 108 Henderson St 919.636.6469 108henderson.com
PHOTO: SALLIE SCHARDING/DESIGN+
NASH STREET TAVERN 250 S. Nash St 919.245.1956 facebook.com/ nashstreettavern
SPEAKEASY 100 E. Main St 919.914.6209 facebook.com/ speakeasycarrboro
PHOTO: SALLIE SCHARDING/DESIGN+
HOT TIN ROOF 115 W. Margaret Lane 919.296.9113 hottinroofbar.com
CAT’S CRADLE 300 E. Main St 919.967.9053 catscradle.com
PHOTO: SALLIE SCHARDING/DESIGN+
CRAZY SHOTS BILLIARDS & PUB 668 N. Churton St 919.732.4349 facebook.com/ thecrazyshotsfamily
PHOTO: SALLIE SCHARDING/DESIGN+
HILLSBOROUGH
401 MAIN 401 Main St 984.999.4357 401main.com
PHOTO: SP MURTAY
CARRBORO
FESTIVALS AND EVENTS JANUARY
FEBRUARY
MARCH
MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. WEEK OF CELEBRATION
CHAPEL HILL BLACK FILM FESTIVAL
NCHSAA BASKETBALL CHAMPIONSHIPS
CAROLINA JAZZ FESTIVAL
REVOLUTIONARY WAR LIVING HISTORY DAY
diversity.unc.edu
argylerebelfilms.com
nchsaa.org
music.unc.edu/jazzfest
visithillsboroughnc.com TARHEEL ANTIQUES FESTIVAL (also Oct)
tarheelantiquesfestival.com
JUNE CHAPEL HILL CARRBORO SMALL TOWN PRIDE
chapelhillarts.org/festivals-events/smalltownpride/
PHOTO: DONN YOUNG
chapelhillarts.org/calendar/ juneteenthcelebration
EFLAND SEAFOOD FESTIVAL eflandseafoodfestival.com HISTORIC HILLSBOROUGH EXCURSION DAY historichillsborough.org/
SEPTEMBER
OCTOBER
HILLSBOROUGH HOG DAY
BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL AT MOOREFIELDS moorefields.org
hogday.org
ANNUAL SCULPTURE IN THE GARDEN AT THE NORTH CAROLINA BOTANICAL GARDEN (Mid-Sept – early Dec) ncbg.unc.edu/visit/exhibits/ sculpture-in-thegarden/
PHOTO: TOWN OF CARRBORO
JUNETEENTH CELEBRATION
BIKEFEST RURAL HERITAGE TOUR facebook.com/NCTarwheels EFLAND RURITAN RODEO eflandruritanclub.com FILM FEST 919 filmfest919.com
CARRBORO MUSIC FESTIVAL carrboromusicfestival.com
WEST END POETRY FESTIVAL westendpoetryfestival.org/ HILLSBOROUGH HALLOWEEN SPIRITS TOURS visithillsboroughnc.com ORANGE COUNTY FEARGROUNDS feargrounds.org SALT & SMOKE FESTIVAL Saltandsmokefest.com
58968. | 888. 58 | 888. 2060968. 2060
PHOTO: TOWN OF CHAPEL HILL
PHOTO: SP MURRAY
FESTIFALL ARTS MARKET AND MORE chapelhillarts.org
Selection of 2024 events. Please check websites for up-to-date information.
APRIL
MAY
UNC SCIENCE EXPO
ncsciencefestival.org
CARRBORO DAY carrboroday.com
TAR HEEL 10 MILER
BATTLE OF THE BLUES POLO MATCH battleofthebluespolo.com
PIEDMONT FARM TOUR
carolinafarmstewards.org
FREIGHT TRAIN BLUES CONCERTS musicmaker.org
CHAPEL HILL GARDEN TOUR
ART IN THE GARDEN SCULPTURE EXHIBITION garden-art-gallery.com
PHOTO: UNC
tarheel10miler.com
chapelhillgardenclub.net RIVER PARK CONCERT
JULY 4TH CELEBRATIONS AND FIREWORKS Visit Town websites or visitchapelhill.org
PAPERHAND PUPPET FESTIVAL (through Sept) paperhand.org
DECEMBER
NOVEMBER OANGE COUNTY ARTISTS GUILD OPEN STUDIO TOUR ocagnc.org CARRBORO FILM FESTIVAL carrborofilm.org CHRISTMAS IN THE GROVE christmasinthegroves.com
PHOTO: DONN YOUNG
PHOTO: DONN YOUNG
MY FAVORITE THINGS AT THE CAROLINA INN carolinainn.com HILLSBOROUGH HOLIDAY EVENTS hillsboroughchamber.com/ hometown-holidays-festival
PHOTO: SP MURRAY
AUGUST
PHOTO: CAROLINA INN
TARHEEL DOG DAY FESTIVAL facebook.com/ events/1039874676719158
JULY
NCHSAA FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIPS KENAN STADIUM, UNC nchsaa.org CHAPEL HILL HOLIDAY EVENTS downtownchapelhill.com chapelhillarts.org CARRBORO HOLIDAY EVENTS carrboronc.gov NUTCRACKER ON ICE oc-sportsplex.com SOLSTICE LANTERN WALK hillsboroughartscouncil.org
PHOTO: VISIT HILLSBOROUGH
CARRBORO OPEN STREETS carrboronc.gov
PHOTO: TOWN OF CHAPEL HILL
riverparkconcert.com
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THE BAZAAR CRAFT & ART MARKET facebook.com/thebazaarus Spring through Fall Months at Carrboro Town Commons.
FRIDAYS ON THE FRONT PORCH carolinainn.com/events
Held every Friday from 5pm-8pm on the lawn of the historic Carolina Inn from April to October. Relax with live music, food trucks and fun.
PHOTO: SCHARDINGDEISGN
ONGOING EVENTS ARTS ON MARKET southernvillage.com/arts-on-market
Community event both in the fall and the spring in Southern Village. Shop for hand-crafted art and gifts made by regional artists, artisans, bakers, and makers.
DOWNTOWN LIVE downtownchapelhill.com
Music and events on Franklin St, Spring – Fall downtown Chapel hill.
LAST FRIDAYS & THE ART WALK hillsboroughartscouncil.org
March – November coordinated by the Hillsborough Arts Council features arts, music, food and more from 6pm-9pm.
PHOTO: JON GARDINER
carolinacinemas.com/lumina/movies-on-the-green Spring – Fall on the Southern Village Lawn.
PHOTO: SP MURRAY
LIVE MUSIC ON THE VILLAGE GREEN AND OUTDOOR MOVIES southernvillage.com
FOR MORE EVENTS:
UNC ATHLETIC EVENTS www.goheels.com
visitchapelhill.org/events
MUSIC AT THE COLONIAL INN facebook.com/thecolonialinnnc
Spring – Fall in downtown Hillsborough.
HILLSBOROUGH AND COUNTY EVENTS orangecountync.gov & visithillsboroughnc.com CHAPEL HILL COMMUNITY ARTS & CULTURE chapelhillarts.org/festivals-events CARRBORO EVENTS carrboronc.gov 60 | 888. 968. 2060
PHOTO: NINA MERKLINA
August – May.
THE BAZAAR CRAFT AND ART MARKET
PHOTO: SALLIE SCHARDING/DESIGN+
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ACCESSIBILITY
ORANGE COUNTY ACCESSIBILITY GUIDE Find the Visitors Bureau official Accessibility Guide to Disability-Friendly Restaurants & Hotels in Chapel Hill/Orange County, North Carolina at visitchapelhill.org/maps-info ACCESSIBILITY ON CAMPUS The University of North Carolina has a helpful site: Equal Opportunity and Compliance Office, eoc.unc.edu. Drop by and see the new ramp and the changes made at the Old Well on Cameron Ave. FOR CAMPUS ACCESSIBILITY ACCOMMODATIONS move.unc.edu/parking/accessibility ATHLETIC EVENTS Accessible seating is available at all UNC Athletics ticketed sporting events. Accessible seating is reserved exclusively for customers with accessible needs and their companion(s). For more details visit: goheels.com/news/2014/10/18/209723098.aspx
helpful re RELOCATION & BUSINESS CHAMBER FOR A GREATER CHAPEL HILL-CARRBORO carolinachamber.org 104 S. Estes Dr, Chapel Hill 919.967.7075 CHAPEL HILL DOWNTOWN PARTNERSHIP downtownchapelhill.com 128 E. Franklin St, #240, Chapel Hill 919.967.9440 HILLSBOROUGH/ORANGE COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE hillsboroughchamber.com 200 N. Churton St, Hillsborough 919.732.8156 ORANGE COUNTY ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT growinorangenc.com 131 W. Margaret Ln, Hillsborough 919.245.2325 CHAPEL HILL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT OFFICE townofchapelhill.org OR open2.biz Town Hall 405 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd, Chapel Hill 919.969.5010
PHOTO: JOHNNY ANDREWS, UNC
CARRBORO ECONOMIC & COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT OFFICE carrboronc.gov Town Hall 301 W. Main St, Carrboro 919.918.7319
OPENING SUMMER 2024
PROJECT 203
ORANGE COUNTY SOUTHERN BRANCH LIBRARY & CULTURAL CENTER 203 S. Greensboro St, Carrboro townofcarrboro.org/1151/The-203-Project 62 | 888. 968. 2060
esources HEALTHCARE & SENIORS
ORANGE COUNTY DEPARTMENT ON AGING OCDA oversees two senior centers: JERRY M. PASSMORE SENIOR CENTER 103 Meadowlands Dr, Hillsborough 919.245.2015 ROBERT & PEARL SEYMOUR CENTER SOUTHERN HUMAN SERVICES CAMPUS 2551 Homestead Rd, Chapel Hill 919.968.2070 orangecountync.gov/154/Aging UNC HOSPITALS unchealth.org 101 Manning Dr, Chapel Hill | 984.974.1000 430 Waterstone Dr, Hillsborough 984.215.2000
PUBLIC LIBRARIES
PUBLIC SCHOOLS
UNIVERSITY OF NORTH CAROLINA AT CHAPEL HILL unc.edu General phone inquiries, 919.962.2211 DURHAM TECHNICAL COMMUNITY COLLEGE Orange County Campus durhamtech.edu/orange 525 College Park Rd , Hillsborough 919.536.7238 CHAPEL HILL/CARRBORO CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT chccs.org 750 S. Merritt Mill Rd, Chapel Hill 919.967.8211 ORANGE COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT orangecountyfirst.com 200 E. King St, Hillsborough 919.732.8126
CARRBORO CYBRARY orangecountylibrary.org Carrboro Century Center 100 N. Greensboro St, Carrboro 919.918.7387 CHAPEL HILL PUBLIC LIBRARY chapelhillpubliclibrary.org 100 Library Dr, Chapel Hill 919.968.2777 ORANGE COUNTY MAIN LIBRARY orangecountylibrary.org 137 W. Margaret Lane, Hillsborough 919.245.2525
DIVERSITY RESOURCES
DIVERSITY RESOURCES Celebrating Diversity in Chapel Hill and Orange County chapelhilldiversity.com
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ENO RIVER
AYR MOUNT HISTORIC SITE
OLD ORANGE COUNTY COURTHOUSE
RIVERWALK
MAPLE VIEW FARM ICE CREAM
MOREHEAD PLANETARIUM & SCIENCE CENTER
CARR MILL MALL
OLD WELL WEAVER STREET MARKET
THE STATION
TOM ROBINSON’S SEAFOOD
NORTH CAROLINA BOTANICAL GARDEN DEAN SMITH CENTER
FARMER’S MARKET AT CARRBORO COMMONS
