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.
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 fascinating museums.
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.
Boylan Bridge
You can learn about the history of Raleigh with a visit to Boylan Bridge. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and great live music in this family-friendly area.
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.
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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 Boylan Bridge 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.
- Raleigh Convention Center
- Marbles Kids Museums
- North Carolina State Capitol
- North Carolina Museum of History
- North Carolina Executive Mansion
- Historic City Market
- Raleigh City Hall
- Mordecai Historic Park
- Duke Energy Center for the Performing Arts
- North Carolina General Assembly
- Boylan Bridge
- North Carolina Theatre
- Raleigh City Museum
- Morgan Street Food Hall
- Oakwood Cemetery
- Capitol Area Visitor Center
- Burning Coal Theatre