Downtown Raleigh, NC

Raleigh

Downtown Raleigh
Downtown Raleigh
Downtown Raleigh
Downtown Raleigh
Downtown Raleigh

Popular places to visit

NC Museum of Natural Sciences if ever visiting Raleigh.

North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences

4.5/5(294 reviews)

You can spend time exploring the galleries in North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences in Raleigh. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene and fascinating museums.

North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences
After a fun weekend visiting my friend at NC State, we decided to make the short drive to downtown Raleigh to check out the Capitol Building. Amazing building and very photogenic on all 4 sides!

North Carolina State Capitol

4/5(238 reviews)

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

North Carolina State Capitol
Really neat place to visit. Had a great time brushing up on some NC history.

North Carolina Museum of History

5/5(96 reviews)

You can spend time exploring the galleries in North Carolina Museum of History during your trip to Raleigh. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene and fascinating museums.

North Carolina Museum of History
Ruins

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 great live music and acclaimed theater scene in this family-friendly area.

Moore Square
Great photos from Boyland Bridge. Underexposed this so the ugly foreground between the tracks dropped out. Golden hour. Iso 80 f/18 1/15sec 35mm

Boylan Bridge

You can learn about the history of Raleigh when you stop by Boylan Bridge. Experience the great live music and acclaimed theater scene in this family-friendly area.

Boylan Bridge
Duke University

Duke University

4.5/5(975 reviews)

Walk around the campus of Duke University, a top college in Durham. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's stunning cathedral.

Duke University

Things to do

Salem Puzzling Adventure

Raleigh Puzzling Adventure

$35
per traveler
Raleigh Puzzling Adventure
2 hour Guided E-Bike Tour: Greenery, Scenery and Mindfulness

2 hour Guided E-Bike Tour: Greenery, Scenery and Mindfulness

$89
per adult
2 hour Guided E-Bike Tour: Greenery, Scenery and Mindfulness
Raleigh Guided E-bike Tour: Ghosts, Mystery, Creepy History

Raleigh Guided E-bike Tour: Ghosts, Mystery, Creepy History

$109
per adult
Raleigh Guided E-bike Tour: Ghosts, Mystery, Creepy History
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Downtown Raleigh Hotel Deals

Hyatt House Raleigh Downtown/Seaboard Station
Hyatt House Raleigh Downtown/Seaboard Station
3.5 out of 5
11 Seaboard Ave, Raleigh, NC
$154 nightly
The price is $174 total per night from Aug 10 to Aug 11
$174 total
Aug 10 - Aug 11
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Raleigh. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Red Hat Amphitheater and ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (414 reviews)
"Enjoyed our stat!! Area was good!"

Reviewed on Jul 9, 2025

Hyatt House Raleigh Downtown/Seaboard Station
Raleigh Marriott City Center
Raleigh Marriott City Center
3.5 out of 5
500 Fayetteville St, Raleigh, NC
$145 nightly
The price is $164 total per night from Aug 10 to Aug 11
$164 total
Aug 10 - Aug 11
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Raleigh. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,011 reviews)
"Lobby and rooms were BEAUTIFUL! Everyone at the front desk was helpful and pleasant even though they were overwhelmed being sold out and trying to cater to multiple guest needs. I was a bit leary staying in downtown Raleigh again after a bad experience last month with The Residence Inn 616 Salisbury ..."

Reviewed on Jul 7, 2025

Raleigh Marriott City Center
Sheraton Raleigh Hotel
Sheraton Raleigh Hotel
3.5 out of 5
421 S Salisbury St, Raleigh, NC
$161 nightly
The price is $182 total per night from Jul 20 to Jul 21
$182 total
Jul 20 - Jul 21
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Raleigh. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"The property was clean, friendly, and safe."

Reviewed on Jun 27, 2025

Sheraton Raleigh Hotel
Tempo By Hilton Raleigh Downtown
Tempo By Hilton Raleigh Downtown
3 out of 5
200 West Davie Street, Raleigh, NC
$186 nightly
The price is $211 total per night from Jul 20 to Jul 21
$211 total
Jul 20 - Jul 21
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Raleigh. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Popular attractions Red Hat Amphitheater and North Carolina ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (69 reviews)
"Great"

Reviewed on Jul 8, 2025

Tempo By Hilton Raleigh Downtown
The Longleaf Hotel
The Longleaf Hotel
2.5 out of 5
300 N Dawson St, Raleigh, NC
$152 nightly
The price is $172 total per night from Jul 20 to Jul 21
$172 total
Jul 20 - Jul 21
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Raleigh. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,002 reviews)
"Great place to stay !"

Reviewed on Jul 4, 2025

The Longleaf Hotel
Residence Inn by Marriott Raleigh Downtown
Residence Inn by Marriott Raleigh Downtown
3 out of 5
616 S Salisbury St, Raleigh, NC
$219 nightly
The price is $248 total per night from Jul 27 to Jul 28
$248 total
Jul 27 - Jul 28
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Raleigh. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (619 reviews)
"Great customer service! All staff we interacted with were friendly and professional. Room was clean and well equipped- full kitchen with utensils, regular size fridge. Bed was comfortable. There was a larger than average bathroom with standing shower -very nice. Parking was paid ($18/day), but very ..."

Reviewed on Jul 2, 2025

Residence Inn by Marriott Raleigh Downtown
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Other neighborhoods around Downtown Raleigh

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Historic Oakwood

The restaurants and shopping are a few reasons travelers visit Historic Oakwood. Want to see more of the surrounding area? North Carolina Executive Mansion and Marbles Kids Museums are a few top sights nearby.

Historic Oakwood
Gourmet Mexican food! Great restaurant and bar!

Warehouse District

If you're spending some time in Warehouse District, CAM Raleigh and Boylan Bridge are top sights worth seeing.

Warehouse District
This is a really unique bar that just opened down town. You can poor yourself as much beer as you want of each beer and you pay by the ounce. They're constantly changing the taps out too. They have a pretty good sized menu, but the food isn't spectacular.

Glenwood South

When in Glenwood South, you can plan a visit to North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences and North Carolina Museum of History, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Glenwood South
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East Raleigh

If you're spending some time in East Raleigh, Raleigh Flea Market and African American Cultural Complex are top sights worth seeing.

East Raleigh
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Five Points

Though Five Points might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Village District and North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences.

Five Points
Sunflowers were out at Neuse River Trail in Raleigh!

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
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Downtown Raleigh, NC

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