Franklin & Natalie
Things To Do
Sarah P. Duke Gardens
This is where Natalie and Franklin got engaged! Admission is free, and they are open from 8 a.m. to dusk 365 days a year. Enjoy 55 acres of specialized gardens in the heart of Duke University.
Duke University Chapel
Standing at 210 feet in the center of campus, the Duke Chapel is a must-see. It is open to the public daily from 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., but is occasionally closed to the public for special events, so please check their calendar before visiting.
Bicentennial Plaza
Check out the North Carolina Museum of Art, North Carolina Museum of History, and North Carolina State Capital Building all in one spot!
William B. Umstead State Park
Hiking, walking, and biking trails galore. No entry fee!
North Carolina Museum of Art
The museum offers rotating special exhibitions and a 164-acre park!
Howling Cow Creamery
Howling Cow is made on NC State’s campus! Get the Campfire Delight, nothing better exists (Franklin will fight you on this)
The Umstead Spa
Located on acres of lakefront landscape in Cary, The Umstead Spa celebrates nature with a serene wellness experience distinctive to its North Carolina woodland setting.
Bond Brothers Beer Company
In the heart of downtown Cary. Be sure to check their food truck calendar!
RBF, Your Authentic Champagne Bar
Try a champagne flight! Located below Bull City Ciderworks and across the street from Bond Brothers Beer Co.