Chatham County, North Carolina
Things to Do Near Siler City, NC
A Chatham County day trip guide
Easy Drive from the Triangle
A Vineyard Escape Just Outside the City
FireClay Cellars is a popular winery day trip from Raleigh, Cary, Apex, Durham, and Chapel Hill — located less than an hour from the Triangle in the scenic rolling hills of Chatham County.
- Raleigh~45 min
- Cary~45 min
- Apex~35 min
- Durham~45 min
- Chapel Hill~30 min
- Pittsboro~15 min
🏆 2025 Best of Chatham Winner
Wine, Beer & Spirits Shop
Siler City and the surrounding Chatham County area offer a surprising variety of things to do — from wine tasting and farm visits to the NC Zoo, gravel biking, and charming small-town downtowns. FireClay Cellars makes a great home base for a full day out in Chatham County, and is an easy drive from Raleigh, Cary, Apex, Durham, and Chapel Hill.
Wine Tasting at FireClay Cellars
You're hereStart (or end) your Chatham County day at FireClay Cellars — an estate winery in the rolling hills just outside Siler City. Enjoy tastings of handcrafted estate-grown wines, vineyard views from the covered deck, and a warm, relaxed atmosphere. Voted a 2025 Best of Chatham Winner.
Plan Your Visit →North Carolina Zoo
~30 minThe NC Zoo in Asheboro is the largest natural habitat zoo in the world, spanning 500 acres and home to over 1,800 animals. A world-class destination just a short drive from Siler City — perfect for a full day trip from the Triangle.
Visit nczoo.org →Carolina Sunshine Alpaca Farm
Near Pittsboro/Siler CityA charming local alpaca farm offering a unique and memorable Chatham County experience. Pair a farm visit with a stop at FireClay Cellars for a perfect countryside day out.
Visit Farm Website →Downtown Pittsboro
~15 minPittsboro's historic downtown square is home to local restaurants, boutique shops, wine bars, craft breweries, and a growing food scene. Grab a meal or browse the shops before or after your winery visit.
Explore Pittsboro →Downtown Siler City
~10 minJust minutes from the winery, downtown Siler City offers local dining, antique shops, and a welcoming small-town feel. A great stop to round out a day in Chatham County.
Chatham Chamber →Gravel & Road Biking
Right from the wineryRide directly from FireClay Cellars on scenic, low-traffic roads through Chatham County. A 12-mile gravel/road loop is available — download the GPX route and explore the countryside on two wheels.
Get the Route →Celebrity Dairy
~10 minA 300-acre working goat dairy in rural Chatham County with award-winning farmstead goat cheese, a farmhouse inn, farm tours, and event hosting. A beloved local gem.
Visit Celebrity Dairy →The Plant — Chatham Beverage District
~15 min · PittsboroA 17-acre community hub home to craft breweries, a meadery, a cidery, axe throwing, bike rentals, and live events. FireClay Cellars pairs perfectly with an afternoon at The Plant.
Visit The Plant →