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.
Lenovo Center
Catch an event at Lenovo Center during your trip to 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 great live music or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly 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
Hilton Raleigh North Hills
Peeling wallpaper in room. Air conditioner did not cool the room and was loud. There was a generator type sound going on all night. Hallway was dirty and needed cleaning. Room was not cleaned one morning
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Sonesta Select Raleigh Durham Airport Morrisville
Thanks for transportation
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Raleigh Downtown North
Perfect for what we needed Breakfast is free
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
Hyatt House Raleigh Downtown/Seaboard Station
Nice hotel, clean….pool was closed, breakfast terrible…. No beauty samples supplies in the bathrooms
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
Sheraton Raleigh Hotel
the front desk staff were extremely helpful.
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Raleigh Durham Intl AP
Great stay!
Reviewed on 28 Apr 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 Raleigh City Hall.
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 Lake Johnson and J.C. Raulston Arboretum.
Warehouse District
If you're spending some time in Warehouse District, CAM Raleigh and Morgan Street Food Hall are top sights worth seeing.
Midtown Raleigh
While visiting Midtown Raleigh, you might make a stop by sights like Lassiter Mill Historic Park and North Hills Shopping Center.
Downtown Raleigh
If you're spending some time in Downtown Raleigh, North Carolina Executive Mansion and Marbles Kids Museums are top sights worth seeing.
