Welcome to Chapel Hill
The historical University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill campus is always a draw for residents and this famous college town's frequent visitors. And with all the epic collegiate sports available, including basketball, baseball, and soccer, sports enthusiasts will always feel a pull to Chapel Hill.
When it comes to real estate, Chapel Hill does not disappoint, and there are many beautiful homes to admire. There are some contemporary options, though for the most part, homes lean toward a historic impressive two-story brick or farmhouse styles. Multiple stately manors dot the area as well. Large yards are the norm rather than the exception, and this applies both to the outlying area around Chapel Hill and the city proper.
What to Love
Local Lifestyle
It's intriguing that a town, home to one of the country’s most prestigious college-level basketball teams could also have an inviting, small-town feel, but that's exactly what Chapel Hill offers. Chapel Hill is the ideal place to raise a family, yet it's also a wonderful city for young professionals and snowbirds who like warmer winter temperatures.
Chapel Hill is an exciting blend of an energetic vibe, southern charm, and high-end suburban living. Coupled with the hum of high-tech in nearby Raleigh and Durham, Chapel Hill is unquestionably an up-and-coming area.
Dining, Entertainment, & Shopping
Mama Dip's Kitchen is a longtime fixture in the area, offering classic southern dishes in a hometown atmosphere, complete with a porch and rocking chairs. For those who want to revisit ultra-classic Americana, stop by Sutton's Drug Store. Established in 1923, this famous local restaurant offers burgers, deli sandwiches, homemade shakes, and vintage sodas. Top of the Hill Restaurant & Brewery offers a menu of eclectic American fare and homemade draft beer, served in a casual dining atmosphere.
More upscale dining can be found at Bin 54 Steak & Cellar, known for its incredible steaks and seafood dishes. For upscale international cuisine, try Jujube. It offers both Chinese and Vietnamese fare, along with interesting cocktails and fine wines. Also be sure to visit the Hawthorne & Wood restaurant. Diners come here for its renowned international and local fare, served in a cosmopolitan setting.
For shopping, check out the Southern Village shopping center. The center boasts a local market, a movie theater, and a range of eateries and coffee shops. It also hosts entertainment events throughout the year. For a more practical shopping trip, Meadowmont Village is ideal. The businesses that make up the village offer fitness and yoga classes, haircuts, casual but tasty eateries, and much more.
Things to Do
There's also the Ackland Art Museum and Cat's Cradle in nearby Carrboro. Cat's Cradle is known for hosting up-and-coming entertainers and world-renowned talents such as Nirvana, Iggy Pop, John Mayer, and more.
Schools
Chapel Hill is served by the Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools school district. The University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill is noted for being the oldest public university in the country. This award-winning university, also known for being one of the eight original Public Ivies, offers both undergrad and graduate programs and is rated #29 among all the universities in the nation.
