- The list below includes 110 free or cheap things to do in or near Chapel Hill, North Carolina, including 58 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, Observatories & Planetariums, Botanical Gardens and Parks.
- From University of North Carolina to Southern Community Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Chapel Hill and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Durham, Cary, Raleigh and Apex.
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How down on traditional Americana fare such as hamburgers and hotdogs with a side of French fries
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While there are some outdoor elements to the State Farmers Market in Raleigh, most of the vendors and events are held in climate controlled buildings for the comfort of merchandisers and shoppers. Most of the market is held in the 30,000 square foot Farmers Building.
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Raleigh's Rialto Theatre is a charming, historic theater that dates back to 1942. The theater shows a variety of classic films, as well as art house and foreign films, and screens the Rocky Horror Picture Show every Friday.
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A two-screen movie theater and restaurant, Raleighwood Cinema Grill displays second-run movies along with other events like Monday Night Football and the Academy Awards. The theater offers digital projection, party hosting and a full dining menu.
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Fuque-Varina's Aviator Brewery produces 16 beers. It also manufactures Crazy Sauce, an award-winning hot sauce sold by the bottle and served at the brewery's two restaurants. Aviator Brewery frequently participates in regional beer brewery contests and is usually recognized as being among the top three competit…
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4620 Lake Wheeler Road, Raleigh, NC 27603
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Historic Yates Mill County Park is a 174 acre wildlife refuge and an environmental research center where visitors can learn history and view educational exhibits. The park features opportunities for hiking, picnicking and limited fishing.
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With public skating sessions open to the public, Roll-A-Bout Skating Centers offers visitors an indoor skating rink. Visitors can schedule a birthday party that includes admission to the rink and use of the snack bar.
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Located in historic downtown Burlington, the Front Street Public House offers craft beers, cider and wine. This English-style bar also features drink specials as well as regular live music and trivia nights.
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The North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences is the largest natural sciences museum in the southeast United States. The four-story building has a three-story movie screen, 20,000 specimens, research labs, and investigation labs.
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There are over 75 acres of activities provides at the flagship City Park of Burlington. Facilities at the park include five athletic fields, an extensive playground, walking track, year-round aquatic facilities, and the historical Dentzel Carousel.