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Franklin Street, a campus that earns its reputation, and the heart of the Research Triangle fifteen minutes away. Here's how to turn a Carolina Saturday into a full weekend.

What's inside the full playbook

7
places to stay
10
places to eat
8
bars & breweries
5
hidden gems
7
things to do
1
interactive map
20
mobile resources

One on us

Merritt's Store & Grill: A convenience store on Merritt Mill Road that makes BLTs and breakfast sandwiches with a fanatic local following. Not obvious from the outside. Genuinely excellent. Go Saturday morning.

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