The Chapel Hill/Carrboro area is a very unique place, with so much to see and do. From wonderful art collections to beautiful scenery, there is no excuse not to get out and take advantage of all the Triangle has to offer. Take a look at these ideas for an outing and feel free to post your favorite things to see and do.
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- Morehead PlanetariumA night of romance or a day entertaining the little ones await at the Morehead.
On the UNC campus at E Franklin Street and Henderson
Chapel Hill
(919)549-6863
Website:www.moreheadplanetarium.org - Durham Bulls Athletic ParkOur neighbors are home to a wonderful Minor League Baseball Team that was the subject of the movie 'Bull Durham'.
Mangum/Roxboro Street Exit Off the Durham Freeway
(919)956-BULLWebsite:www.durhambulls.com - Ackland Art MuseumHouses the most segnificant permanent collection of Asian art in the State.
UNC at Chapel Hill
(on Columbia Street just south of Franklin)
(919)966-5736Website:www.ackland.org - Fearrington VillageThe 'Oreo Cows'are worth the trip, but Fearrington Village has shops, a nursery and both formal and informal restaurants.
8 miles south of Chapel Hill on 15-501
Website:www.fearrington.com - North Carolina Museum of HistoryCome check out Richard Petty's NASCAR!
2 East Edenton Street
Raleigh
(919)807-7900Website:www.ncmuseumofhistory.org - Executive MansionMaybe you will see the governor!
200 Blount Street
Raleigh
(919)733-3456--Call ahead to see if there is a tour - Chapel Hill MuseumAn ever changing way to see Chapel Hill, yesterday, today and tomorrow.
523 East Franklin Street
Chapel Hill
(919)967-1400Website:www.chapelhillmuseum.org - Bolin Creek TrailAn easy walk on a paved trail along the creek. Park at the Community Park, off Estes Road in Chapel Hill.Website:www.Chapel HillParks.org
- Sarah B. Duke GardensAcres of exotic plants, 5 miles of paths and walkways, fountains, a gazebo and koi pond, to start.
Anderson Street between Erwin Road and Campus Drive
Duke UniversityWebsite:www.hr.duke.edu/dukegardens/ - North Carolina Botanical GardenWith 2 miles of walking trails through natural preserve and planned gardens, the NC Botanical Garden offers a wonderful way to spend a pretty afternoon.
Old Mason Farm Road off 15-501 between Hwy. 54 and Manning Drive.
(919)962-0522Website:www.ncbg.unc.edu - North Carolina Museum of Natural SciencesA 40' dinosaur skeleton is just the beginning.
11 West Jones Street
Raleigh
(919)733-7450Website:www.naturalsciences.org - Triangle SportsplexYear round ice skating is just one of the things that the Sportsplex has to offer.
Website:www.trianglesportsplex.com - Weaver Street MarketAn upscale co-op with an emphases on organic produce and natural products.
101 E. Weaver Street (919)929-0010
Carrboro
700 Market Street (919)929-2009
Chapel HillWebsite:www.weaverstreetmarket.coop - University LakeBuilt in 1932 by UNC, University Lake has 213 acres of surface and holds 450 million gallons of water. Fishing and non-motorized boating are popular and rentals are available. Many days you can catch the UNC rowing teams training.
Off Jones Ferry Road. Pass Willow Creek Shopping Center. Left at next light onto S. Old Fayetteville Rd. Lake is at the end on the right. - Cane Creek ReservoirFish for large-mouth bass, catfish, crappie, warmouth and bluegill.
Hwy. 54
9 miles outside Carrboro - Carrboro Farmers MarketFresh fruits, vegetables and flowers are only the beginning. Check the website to see when to visit.Website:www.carrborofarmersmarket.com
- Cat's CradleNationally known venue for live music. Has been made famous as a place that books the next 'it' band. It's bare bones but your can't beat it for a night of quality music.
300 E. Main Street
Carrboro
(919)967-9053Website:www.catscradle.com - Historic UNC Campus TourWhether you have lived here for years or are visiting the area, a guided tour of the nations finest state supported university is a lovely way to spend an afternoon. Meet at the UNC Visitor's Center at 1:30 for this frre tour of Chapel Hill's University which was established in 1793.
Call 962-1630 for more information. - Afternoon Tea Service at The Carolina InnPut on your finest for Tea with friends. Award winning Teas and treats are served on Vintage china from Replacements Ltd. Reservations are required, call 918-2777
$20 Clasic Service and $25 Royal Service
211 Pittsboro St. in Chapel HillWebsite:www.carolinainn.com - Ackland Adventures SundaysFamily Art Tours that are perfect for families with children ages 5 to 9. Every Sunday at 2PM at the museum on the UNC Campus
Call 966-5736 for more informationWebsite:www.ackland.org - The ArtsCenterNourishing the arts, creativity and community through education, performance and exhibition.Website:www.artscenterelive.org
