West Raleigh Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
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.
Raleigh Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Raleigh Convention Center during your trip to Raleigh. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
Lenovo Center
Catch an event at Lenovo Center during your trip to Raleigh. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
North Carolina State Fairgrounds
Enjoy an outing to North Carolina State Fairgrounds during your stay in Raleigh. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
University of North Carolina
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of University of North Carolina during your travels in Chapel Hill. Experience the area's entertainment choices or attend a sporting event.
Top hotels in West Raleigh
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Raleigh Downtown North
Amazing place, everything was super clean
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Raleigh Durham Intl AP
Very nice and clean. Staff was amazing
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026
Sonesta Select Raleigh Durham Airport Morrisville
The gentleman at the front desk was incredible in every way and needs a raise
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026
Hilton Raleigh North Hills
Yes, the room was clean and the front desk took care of everything.
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
Comfort Inn Raleigh Midtown
Hotel stay waa nice , good breakfast, nice staff
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
The Umstead Hotel and Spa
The bed was an absolute dream. The service from every staff member was exceptional. The amenities were fantastic. This hotel is everything you have read and heard about but better.
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around West Raleigh
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.
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.
Southwest Raleigh
While visiting Southwest Raleigh, you might make a stop by sights like J.C. Raulston Arboretum and J.S. Dorton Arena.
Warehouse District
If you're spending some time in Warehouse District, CAM Raleigh and Boylan Bridge are top sights worth seeing.
Midtown Raleigh
While visiting Midtown Raleigh, you might make a stop by sights like North Hills Shopping Center and Village District.
Downtown Raleigh
If you're spending some time in Downtown Raleigh, Marbles Kids Museums and The Acorn are top sights worth seeing.
