Downtown Chapel Hill
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Visit Downtown Chapel Hill
Popular places to visit
Franklin Street
During your visit to Chapel Hill, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Franklin Street. Visit the area's cathedral or simply enjoy its restaurants.
Morehead Planetarium
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Morehead Planetarium during your trip to Chapel Hill. Discover the area's entertainment choices and stunning cathedral.
North Carolina State University
Walk around the campus at North Carolina State University as part of your travels around Raleigh. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
Duke University
Take a campus tour or just explore the area around Duke University, a top university in Durham. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's stunning cathedral.
Raleigh Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Raleigh Convention Center during your trip to Raleigh. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
University of North Carolina
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of University of North Carolina during your travels in Chapel Hill. Experience the area's entertainment choices or attend a sporting event.
Things to do
Guided Walking Historian Tour in Downtown Durham
Downtown Durham Historian-Guided Walking Tour
Top hotels in Downtown Chapel Hill
AC Hotel by Marriott Chapel Hill Downtown
"Hotel was in an excellent location for our UNC college visit. It is 1 block walk to Franklin Ave where many excellent shops and restaurants are. And walkable to everything on campus. The front desk staff were so friendly and helpful. Very pleasant."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Wingate by Wyndham Raleigh Durham Airport RTP
"No issues with the stay, bed was comfy"
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
Hyatt Place Raleigh-Durham Airport
"Very peaceful and relaxing stay and staff were incredible"
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Raleigh Durham Intl AP
"Chose to stay here with grandkids because of the pool. Understandable pool not available since not inspected by county yet. Would be great to have know this in advance by email or call. Might have made another choice."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
The Umstead Hotel and Spa
"Very clean room and professional staff."
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
Sonesta Select Raleigh Durham Airport Morrisville
"Hotel staff are awesome. Everyone that we encountered was very friendly and helpful and polite. Couldn’t have asked for a nicer front staff and shuttle driver."
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
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Where to stay in Downtown Chapel Hill
Downtown Raleigh
If you're spending some time in Downtown Raleigh, North Carolina Executive Mansion and Marbles Kids Museums are top sights worth seeing.
North Hills
North Hills is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by North Hills Shopping Center and Lassiter Mill Historic Park while in the area.
Southwest Raleigh
While visiting Southwest Raleigh, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Johnson and J.C. Raulston Arboretum.
Downtown Durham
If you're spending some time in Downtown Durham, Carolina Theatre and Durham Performing Arts Center are top sights worth seeing.
Midtown Raleigh
While visiting Midtown Raleigh, you might make a stop by sights like North Hills Shopping Center and Village District.
