Hosting visiting guests

Follow the college’s visitor guidance; buildings may be closed to the public.

1. 1

   Davidson College campus

   405 N Main Street, Davidson, NC 28035

   Walk the grounds that frame North Main Street.

   The college grounds sit directly beside downtown. Visitors should follow the college’s visitor guidance; buildings, athletic facilities and many events are not open to the public. Davidson Living is not affiliated with the college.

   Access: Campus grounds; buildings and events vary. Check the college’s visitor information for parking and access. Do not assume buildings or facilities are open.

   SaveDirections
2. 2

   Short walk on Main Street

   Main Street Books

   126 S Main Street, Davidson, NC 28036

   Browse downtown.

   Independent bookselling is part of what keeps Main Street a place to linger. Ask the staff for local-interest titles or gift ideas.

   Access: Public shop. Check the official site for current hours and any closures before you go.

   SaveDirections
3. 3

   Short walk on Main Street

   Kindred

   131 N Main Street, Davidson, NC 28036

   Book dinner ahead.

   Kindred occupies a historic building on North Main Street and is a common choice for a special dinner downtown. Reserve ahead through the restaurant’s own site.

   Access: Public restaurant. Reservations are recommended; book directly with the restaurant.

   SaveDirections

Before you set out

• Visiting Davidson College venues: Davidson Living is independent and not affiliated with Davidson College. Follow the college’s visitor guidance.
• Planning a shopping visit: Independent shops set their own hours, which can shift seasonally or around holidays.
• Planning a meal: Book directly with the restaurant when it offers reservations; weekend evenings and college event days are the busiest times downtown.

Swap a stop

Prefer something different? These published places fill the same role.

• Duke Family Performance Hall · Davidson College · Davidson
• Richardson Stadium · Davidson College · Davidson
• Il Bosco Ristorante · Restaurants · Davidson
• Brickhouse Tavern · Restaurants · Davidson

Other plans

• Coffee, books and lunch · Morning
• A Main Street afternoon · Afternoon
• Dinner and a performance · Evening
• A market morning · Weekend morning
• A park outing and an afternoon treat · With children
• A relaxed date night · Date night

Walking legs are noted only between Main Street addresses; check crossings and conditions yourself. No travel times are given because they depend on your starting point.