The Most Charming College Town In North Carolina Is Home To Delicious Dining, Shopping, And More

Chapel Hill is a charming college town in North Carolina drawing thousands of visitors and students to the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. The diversity of cultures enriches the town through its unique restaurants, live entertainment offerings, and green spaces. It is easy to see why it has been ranked nationally as one of the best college towns in the U.S. Discover how a visit to Chapel Hill might turn into a lovely new hometown.

UNC Chapel Hill-Dorms, 450 Ridge Rd, Chapel Hill, NC 27599, USA

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The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is the highest-ranked public school in the South in the Wall Street Journal/Times Higher Education College Rankings. And more than 8,000 students are another indication of its great reputation. Find out about some campus activities on the UNC website.

Merritt's Grill, 1009 S Columbia St, Chapel Hill, NC 27514, USA

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But before we do anything, we're making a stop at Merritt's Grill. Since 1992, the staff here has promised fresh ingredients and great service.

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Read more about the amazing Merritt's Grill.

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Julian's, 135 E Franklin St, Chapel Hill, NC 27514, USA

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We love shopping, especially at the family-owned and operated Julians, where since 1942 it has been a classy mainstay on Franklin Street, clothing local dignitaries and UNC athletes. Discover more on Julian’s website.

Whitehall Antiques, 1213 E Franklin St, Chapel Hill, NC 27514, USA

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This is the place to go for those in the mood for something old and eclectic. Since 1930, folks have enjoyed the vast inventory of fine furniture, home furnishings, jewelry, and Art Deco. See what's inside on the Whitehall Antiques Facebook page.

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Southern Village, Chapel Hill, NC 27516, USA

Southern Village

More shopping, restaurants, and live entertainment are available in this cool space, complete with a movie theater and local market. Check out the calendar on the Southern Village events page.

North Carolina Botanical Garden, 100 Old Mason Farm Rd, Chapel Hill, NC 27517, USA

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This beautiful conservation garden has more than 1,200 acres of natural areas, such as the pretty display gardens, the Coker Arboretum, and Battle Park. Find out everything on the NC Botanical Garden Facebook page.

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While we're here, screaming and shouting is a must, and the best place to for that is at one of the college's sports events. Look into the times and dates on the Tarheels' events page.

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Talullas, 456 W Franklin St, Chapel Hill, NC 27516, USA

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And it wouldn't be a special outing without the authentically-crafted Turkish cuisine this restaurant offers. We love the homemade bread with the house sauce that comes with fantastic service.

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See more photos on Talullas' Facebook page.

We hope you enjoy this charming college town in North Carolina.

And while you’re in Chapel Hill, visit Lavender Oaks Farm.