Downtown Raleigh Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Downtown Raleigh
Downtown Raleigh
Downtown Raleigh
Downtown Raleigh
Downtown Raleigh

Popular places to visit

North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences

North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences

5/5(1 review)

You can spend time exploring the galleries in North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences in Raleigh. Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed theatre scene.

North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences
North Carolina State Capitol

North Carolina State Capitol

3/5(1 review)

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

North Carolina State Capitol
Moore Square

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 theatre scene in this family-friendly area.

Moore Square
North Carolina Museum of History

North Carolina Museum of History

5/5(1 review)

You can spend time studying the exhibits at North Carolina Museum of History during your trip to Raleigh. Experience the area's fascinating museums and acclaimed theatre scene.

North Carolina Museum of History
Boylan Bridge

Boylan Bridge

You can learn about the history of Raleigh with a visit to Boylan Bridge. Experience the great live music and acclaimed theatre scene in this family-friendly area.

Boylan Bridge
Duke University

Duke University

3/5(1 review)

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.

Duke University

Activities

Raleigh Downtown: Historic Walking Tours

Raleigh Downtown: Historic Walking Tours

AU$30
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Raleigh Downtown: Historic Walking Tours
Raleigh Historian-Guided Downtown Walking Tour

Raleigh Historian-Guided Downtown Walking Tour

AU$30
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Raleigh Historian-Guided Downtown Walking Tour
Raleigh African American History Tour

Raleigh African American History Tour

AU$30
per adult
Raleigh African American History Tour
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Our pick of the best 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
The price is AU$295 per night from 27 May to 28 May
AU$295
includes taxes & fees
27 May - 28 May
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Raleigh. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Dorothea Dix Park and North ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (290 reviews)
"👍"

Reviewed on 30 Apr. 2025

Hyatt House Raleigh Downtown/Seaboard Station
Holiday Inn Raleigh Downtown - Capital by IHG
Holiday Inn Raleigh Downtown - Capital by IHG
3 out of 5
320 Hillsborough St, Raleigh, NC
The price is AU$211 per night from 4 May to 5 May
AU$211
includes taxes & fees
4 May - 5 May
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Raleigh. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
6.6/10 (1,004 reviews)

Reviewed on 28 Apr. 2025

Holiday Inn Raleigh Downtown - Capital by IHG
Raleigh Marriott City Center
Raleigh Marriott City Center
3.5 out of 5
500 Fayetteville St, Raleigh, NC
The price is AU$270 per night from 26 May to 27 May
AU$270
includes taxes & fees
26 May - 27 May
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! (1,002 reviews)
"We had a wonderful stay, front desk was so polite and helpful. The room was super clean! Great place."

Reviewed on 1 May 2025

Raleigh Marriott City Center
The Longleaf Hotel
The Longleaf Hotel
2.5 out of 5
300 N Dawson St, Raleigh, NC
The price is AU$350 per night from 4 May to 5 May
AU$350
includes taxes & fees
4 May - 5 May
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! (1,003 reviews)
"Nice place!"

Reviewed on 28 Apr. 2025

The Longleaf Hotel
Homewood Suites by Hilton Raleigh Downtown
Homewood Suites by Hilton Raleigh Downtown
3 out of 5
200A West Davie Street Suite A, Raleigh, NC
The price is AU$388 per night from 22 May to 23 May
AU$388
includes taxes & fees
22 May - 23 May
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Raleigh. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Popular attractions Dorothea Dix Park and North ...
9/10 Wonderful! (34 reviews)
"Overall stay was great. However, your system double booked us and you comped us another room. For future maybe check to see so this doesnt happen again. Also, I Was told my hilton honors points would be used for the second room, this is unaceptable. The room should be completely comped not charged ..."

Reviewed on 28 Apr. 2025

Homewood Suites by Hilton Raleigh Downtown
Sheraton Raleigh Hotel
Sheraton Raleigh Hotel
3.5 out of 5
421 S Salisbury St, Raleigh, NC
The price is AU$284 per night from 18 May to 19 May
AU$284
includes taxes & fees
18 May - 19 May
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! (1,000 reviews)
"Our stay was great and the entire staff was friendly and helpful. There is unfortunately no on-site parking and because of that, the price should come down a little. $22 a day to park."

Reviewed on 28 Apr. 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Raleigh

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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.

Historic Oakwood
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Warehouse District

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

Warehouse District
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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.

Glenwood South
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East Raleigh

While visiting East Raleigh, you might make a stop by sights like Raleigh Flea Market and African American Cultural Complex.

East Raleigh
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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.

Five Points
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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

Downtown Raleigh Travel Guide

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