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Visit Hillsborough, North Carolina. The perfect weekend getaway. The Perfect day trip. Visit Hillsborough, a Unique southern town. Founded more than 250 years ago. Explore over 100 historic homes and structures. Take in the beautiful, historic architecture. Stroll on the scenic Riverwalk greenway. Hike to the top of Occoneechee Mountain. (Hillsborough is) A haven for artists and writers. Unique shops and restaurants you can’t find anywhere else. Great food, great beer, great people. The perfect weekend getaway (or) escape. Explore for the day, or extend your stay. Delicious (and/or) award winning, locally owned pubs and restaurants. America’s little literary town. America’s coolest small town. No ordinary small southern town. The (or) A Small town with BIG History. Variations: It’s just a stone’s throw; A charming southern getaway. It’s just a stone’s throw to a charming, southern getaway on the banks of the Eno River.

It’s just a stone’s throw to a charming, southern getaway on the banks of the Eno River...

Hillsborough

Hillsborough is no ordinary southern small town.

Its scenic beauty, graceful architecture spanning three centuries, lively arts and culture scene, and convenient location provide a charming getaway for the day - or longer.

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Hillsborough is a close and easy getaway.

From Distance Time
Asheville 212 miles 3 hours
Chapel Hill 12 miles 20 minutes
Charlotte 131 miles 2 hours
Durham 14 miles 18 minutes
Greensboro 42 miles 43 minutes
Greenville, SC 229 miles 3.5 hours
Morehead City 190 miles 3.25 hours
Nags Head 226 miles 4 hours
Raleigh 38 miles 43 minutes
Richmond, VA 163 miles 2.5 hours
Wilmington 170 miles 2.5 hours
Winston-Salem 68 miles 1 hour

What type of adventurer are you?

Explore Hillsborough using self-guided tours.

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☀️ This Weekend in Hillsborough>>> 

🎨 First Fridays at Eno Arts Mill- @ocncarts Friday 6-9pm

🚜 Saturday Slowdown @ramblerill Saturday 10am-2pm

🥾 Outlandish Walking Tour @historichillsborough Saturday 10:30am-12:30pm

💍 Grand Opening of @melissadesignerjewelry Saturday 3-7pm

🛍️Sidewalk Sale on Churton Street featuring @carlisleandlinny @anne_and_arthur @reinvintaged20 @108_churton Sunday 11am-2pm

🎥 Hillsborough Classic Film Society showing of Battle of Algiers at the Passmore Center a Sunday 2-4:30pm. 

>>> See the full list of events on our calendar!
🛍️Shop Local ✨ Our charming boutiques are filled with unique treasures you won't find anywhere else! >> View a full list of Hillsborough shops on our website www.visithillsboroughnc.com. 
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📸 Reel Credit : @dwellhillsborough 
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Give our small businesses a follow! 
>@dwellhillsborough 
> @purplecrowbooks 
> @saywearit 
> @mommyandmeresales 
> @hillsborougharts 
> @hillsboroughyarnshop 
> @108_churton 
> @reinvintaged20 
> @pawsatthecorner 
> @jeanniewho 
> @melissadesignerjewelry 
> @carlisleandlinny
🎸 It's sure to be a rockin' weekend in Hillsborough 🤘🏾 
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👇🏼 Check out a few items on the line up

- ⭐ Star Party Friday 16th 8-10pm @burwellschoolhistoricsite FREE

- 💎 Gem Mining with goats all weekend @spring_haven_farm 

- 👨🏼‍🌾 Farmers Market Saturday 8am-12pm @enoriverfarmersmarket

- 📚 Back to School Program (educational lecture) Saturday 17th 2pm @burwellschoolhistoricsite FREE

- 🎶 Live Music & Fun all weekend @nashstreettavern @yonderbarnc 

- 🎨 Local art @margaretlanegallery , @theskylightgallery, @hillsborougharts , @hillsboroughgallery , @historichillsborough , @thomasstevensart, @ocncarts
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📸 Credit: @hillsboroughgallery
Have you checked out Hillsborough's newest Skate Spot?!? 📸 Credit @cobra.cait 
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📍 1445 Cates Creek Parkway
So Cool! 🔥 repost from @thenomadnc 
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It's going down tonight 🔥 @chefeddiejackson  with the surprise of a lifetime for one of Nomad's very own @sayjul18 . You don't want to miss this battle with @jettila, a superstar who has battled in nearly every culinary competition out there 👨🏾‍🍳

Tune into @foodnetwork tonight at 9:30PM eastern on an all new #outchefd
☀️ Occoneechee Speedway 🏁 
Credit 📸 @sarahcapturedit
Peak Views Await! 🏔️ Feel on top of the world with a hike up Occoneechee Mountain. Just outside historic downtown Hillsborough, Occoneechee Mountain State Natural Park offers miles of hiking trails and stocked fishing ponds for outdoor enthusiasts.

📍 625 Virginia Cates Road

Come and stay awhile! Check out our events calendar on our website for all the upcoming activities. 🔗 Or follow our stories!
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