Downtown Raleigh Travel Guide

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Popular places to visit

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North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences

5/5(2 reviews)

You can spend time exploring the galleries in North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences in Raleigh. Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed theatre scene.

North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences
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North Carolina State Capitol

After visiting North Carolina State Capitol, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Raleigh. Experience the area's fascinating museums or attend a sporting event.

North Carolina State Capitol
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North Carolina Museum of History

5/5(1 review)

You can spend time studying the exhibits at North Carolina Museum of History during your trip to Raleigh. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums.

North Carolina Museum of History
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North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences

You can enjoy some culture when you stop by North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences in Raleigh.

North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences
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Moore Square

Explore the great outdoors at Moore Square, a lovely green space in Raleigh. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.

Moore Square
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Boylan Bridge

You can learn about the history of Raleigh with a visit to Boylan Bridge. Experience the great live music and acclaimed theatre scene in this family-friendly area.

Boylan Bridge

Things to do

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Raleigh Puzzling Adventure

£28
Per adult
Raleigh Puzzling Adventure
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Fun City Scavenger Hunt in Raleigh by 3Quest Challenge

£8
Per adult
Fun City Scavenger Hunt in Raleigh by 3Quest Challenge
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Fun City Scavenger Hunt in Raleigh by Wacky Walks

£8
Per adult
Fun City Scavenger Hunt in Raleigh by Wacky Walks
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Explore Raleigh with a Unique Scavenger Hunt by Crazy Dash

£8
Per adult
Explore Raleigh with a Unique Scavenger Hunt by Crazy Dash
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Rockin Raleigh Scavenger Hunt

£17
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Rockin Raleigh Scavenger Hunt
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Adventurous Scavenger Hunt in Raleigh by Operation City Quest

£8
Per adult
Adventurous Scavenger Hunt in Raleigh by Operation City Quest
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Top hotels in Downtown Raleigh

Sonesta Select Durham Research Triangle Park
Sonesta Select Durham Research Triangle Park
3 out of 5
301 Residence Inn Blvd, Durham, NC
The price is £76 per night from 21 May to 22 May
£76
per night
21 May - 22 May
Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews.
7.6/10 Good! (1,003 reviews)
Nice hotel
"Room was clean and bed was comfortable. Would stay here again"

Reviewed on 7 May 2024

Sonesta Select Durham Research Triangle Park
The Longleaf Hotel
The Longleaf Hotel
2.5 out of 5
300 N Dawson St, Raleigh, NC
The price is £153 per night from 12 May to 13 May
£153
per night
12 May - 13 May
Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in their reviews.
9.4/10 Exceptional! (598 reviews)
"Longleaf was located close to downtown and to places we could walk to. I liked the décor and bar. Since the hotel is a retro hotel the rooms are a little small but other than that we would stay there again."

Reviewed on 6 May 2024

The Longleaf Hotel
Holiday Inn Raleigh Downtown - Capital, an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Raleigh Downtown - Capital, an IHG Hotel
3 out of 5
320 Hillsborough St, Raleigh, NC
Fully refundable
The price is £126 per night from 26 May to 27 May
£126
per night
26 May - 27 May
Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews.
7/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Good location for the downtown distance and other parts around the city."

Reviewed on 30 Apr 2024

Holiday Inn Raleigh Downtown - Capital, an IHG Hotel
Sheraton Raleigh Hotel
Sheraton Raleigh Hotel
3.5 out of 5
421 S Salisbury St, Raleigh, NC
The price is £145 per night from 19 May to 20 May
£145
per night
19 May - 20 May
Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews.
8/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"It was perfect for a short visit."

Reviewed on 6 May 2024

Sheraton Raleigh Hotel
Raleigh Marriott City Center
Raleigh Marriott City Center
3.5 out of 5
500 Fayetteville St, Raleigh, NC
The price is £170 per night from 23 May to 24 May
£170
per night
23 May - 24 May
Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews.
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Friendly and convenient location"

Reviewed on 2 May 2024

Raleigh Marriott City Center
Residence Inn by Marriott Raleigh Downtown
Residence Inn by Marriott Raleigh Downtown
3 out of 5
616 S Salisbury St, Raleigh, NC
The price is £207 per night from 27 May to 28 May
£207
per night
27 May - 28 May
Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews.
9.4/10 Exceptional! (495 reviews)
"Close to DT."

Reviewed on 6 May 2024

Residence Inn by Marriott Raleigh Downtown
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Raleigh

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Historic Oakwood

The restaurants and shopping are just a few features travellers like about Historic Oakwood. If you want to do some sightseeing nearby, Marbles Kids Museums and North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences are a few top places to visit.

Historic Oakwood
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Warehouse District

If you're spending some time in Warehouse District, Boylan Bridge and Crank Arm Brewing Company are top sights worth seeing.

Warehouse District
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Glenwood South

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Glenwood South and surrounding area, you can visit North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences and North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences.

Glenwood South
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East Raleigh

While visiting East Raleigh, you might make a stop by sights like Raleigh Flea Market and African American Cultural Complex.

East Raleigh
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Five Points East

While Five Points East isn't home to many top sights, North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences and Raleigh Flea Market are some notable places to visit nearby.

Five Points East
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Southeast Raleigh

If you're spending some time in Southeast Raleigh, Coastal Credit Union Music Park at Walnut Creek and Neuse River Trail are top sights worth seeing.

Southeast Raleigh

Downtown Raleigh Travel Guide

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