Downtown Chapel Hill
Streets & Squares
West
Local Culture, Shopping, Fashion, Culinary Arts, Music, Literature, Science, History, Art, Photography, Architecture
Mobility Obstacles: Busy/High traffic
This is a good place to get: Snacks
Dinner
Lunch
Breakfast
Downtown Chapel Hill
Franklin Street
College Town Entertainment Strip
| Address: | Phone: |
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Franklin St (from S Merrit Mill Rd to Raleigh St) Chapel Hill, NC 27516 |
+1 919 967 9440 (Chapel Hill Downtown Partnership) Fax: +1 919 967 9475 |
Description
The mile-long strip of Franklin Street along the UNC campus's northern edge can compete with any of the best college town entertainment districts. Over 100 bars, restaurants, shops, and coffeehouses line the street, which is filled with students, locals and visitors throughout the year. Here, you can see an up-and-coming band in a cave, dine on Southern-Asian fusion at what Gourmet magazine hails as one of the 50 best restaurants in the United States, or spend Halloween with 20,000 of your closest friends.
Times & Dates
Open Hours: 24 hrsNotes: Downtown is open at all hours, while individual restaurants and shops have varying hours of operation.
Visit Time: 2hr-Half day(4hr)
Best Time to Visit: Halloween welcomes families in the earlier evening and college kids after dark.
Why Best: Franklin Street's Halloween festivities have topped out at 20,000 revelers in dress-to-impress costumes.
Average Wait Time: None
Price: Free
Exposure
Outdoor with some covering.Age Recommendations/Requirements
Ages Admitted: All AgesAges that would most enjoy this site: Adult
Groups that would most enjoy this site: Couples, Families, Friends, Groups, Solo Travelers
Transportation
Best Modes of Transportation:
Automobile/Car
Bus
Walking
Parking Availability: Yes
Average Price per Hour: $0-$5
Parking Safety: Safe
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