Downtown Raleigh Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences
You can spend time exploring the galleries in North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences in Raleigh. Experience the area's fascinating museums and great live music.
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 great live music or attend a sporting event.
Moore Square
Moore Square is just one of the places to see in Raleigh, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and great live music in this family-friendly area.
North Carolina Museum of History
You can spend time studying the exhibits at North Carolina Museum of History during your trip to Raleigh. Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed theatre scene.
Duke University
Take a campus tour or just explore the area around Duke University, a top university in Durham. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's stunning cathedral.
North Carolina State University
Walk around the campus at North Carolina State University as part of your travels around Raleigh. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
Top hotels in Downtown Raleigh
Sheraton Raleigh Hotel
Perfect rooms and clean!
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
Raleigh Marriott City Center
Wonderful stay. The staff are friendly and helpful, the rooms are clean and modern and a good size. The only complaint is the freezing indoor pool that is supposed to be heated. We loved the walkable surrounding city!
Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025
Hyatt House Raleigh Downtown/Seaboard Station
Beautiful property
Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025
The Longleaf Hotel
Quick stop for one night (9pm to 8am). Very nice check-in experience. Stopped by the bar for a drink before bed...super nice/skilled bartender (note, charged $4 for the bar mix). Very cool older/modernized hotel.
Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025
Tempo By Hilton Raleigh Downtown
Very clean, extremely friendly staff. Overall wonderful.
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
Homewood Suites by Hilton Raleigh Downtown
Hermoso hotel, habitaciones limpias,modernas y todos los empleados súper amables.
Reviewed on 22 Nov 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Raleigh
Historic Oakwood
The restaurants and shopping are just a few features travellers like about Historic Oakwood. If you want to do some sightseeing nearby, North Carolina Executive Mansion and Marbles Kids Museums are a few top places to visit.
Warehouse District
If you're spending some time in Warehouse District, CAM Raleigh and Morgan Street Food Hall are top sights worth seeing.
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 History.
East Raleigh
While visiting East Raleigh, you might make a stop by sights like Raleigh Flea Market and African American Cultural Complex.
Five Points
While Five Points isn't home to many top sights, Village District and North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences are some notable places to visit nearby.
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.
Downtown Raleigh Travel Guide
- Raleigh Convention Center
- North Carolina State Capitol
- Marbles Kids Museums
- North Carolina Executive Mansion
- North Carolina Museum of History
- Historic City Market
- North Carolina Theatre
- Duke Energy Center for the Performing Arts
- Mordecai Historic Park
- Raleigh City Hall
- Burning Coal Theatre
- Morgan Street Food Hall
- Raleigh City Museum
- Oakwood Cemetery
- North Carolina General Assembly
- Boylan Bridge
- Capitol Area Visitor Center
