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

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

North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences
North Carolina State Capitol

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 fascinating museums or attend a sporting event.

North Carolina State Capitol
North Carolina Museum of History

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 acclaimed theatre scene.

North Carolina Museum of History
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
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

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 Historian-Guided Walking Tour

AU$29
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Raleigh Downtown Historian-Guided Walking Tour
Raleigh Historian-Guided Downtown Walking Tour

Raleigh Historian-Guided Downtown Walking Tour

AU$29
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Raleigh Historian-Guided Downtown Walking Tour
Raleigh African American History Tour

Raleigh African American History Tour

AU$29
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$223 per night from 14 Aug to 15 Aug
AU$223
14 Aug - 15 Aug
includes taxes & 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! (487 reviews)
"Great"

Reviewed on 5 Aug. 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
The price is AU$250 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
AU$250
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & 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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"I love a 12pm checkout. The staff was incredibly friendly. It’s connected to the convention center which is very convenient. It’s clean, beautiful, and has everything you need. Great location as well - nice place to walk around"

Reviewed on 4 Aug. 2025

Raleigh Marriott City Center
Sheraton Raleigh Hotel

Sheraton Raleigh Hotel

3.5 out of 5
421 S Salisbury St, Raleigh, NC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$280 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
AU$280
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & 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! (1,002 reviews)
"My fifth year staying at the Sheraton and it keeps getting better. Yes, it may be an older builing that has "older building problems" but it still stands strong. Paid garage parking, hourly and daily rates do apply. The front desk staff are always friendly and helpful. Jamal is one of the best there ..."

Reviewed on 31 Jul. 2025

Sheraton Raleigh Hotel
Tempo By Hilton Raleigh Downtown

Tempo By Hilton Raleigh Downtown

3 out of 5
200 West Davie Street, Raleigh, NC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$279 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
AU$279
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Raleigh. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Popular attractions North Carolina State Fairgrounds and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (102 reviews)
"I had not stayed at the Tempo before, and I was quite pleased with the accommodations as well as the great location. I would highly recommend and will be back."

Reviewed on 7 Aug. 2025

Tempo By Hilton Raleigh Downtown
Homewood Suites by Hilton Raleigh Downtown

Homewood Suites by Hilton Raleigh Downtown

3 out of 5
200A West Davie Street Suite A, Raleigh, NC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$294 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
AU$294
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Raleigh. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Popular attractions North Carolina State Fairgrounds ...
9/10 Wonderful! (105 reviews)
"Amazing hotel"

Reviewed on 5 Aug. 2025

Homewood Suites by Hilton Raleigh Downtown
Residence Inn by Marriott Raleigh Downtown

Residence Inn by Marriott Raleigh Downtown

3 out of 5
616 S Salisbury St, Raleigh, NC
The price is AU$323 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
AU$323
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & 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! (636 reviews)
Highly recommended!
"We were going to a concert at the red hat amphitheater, and the location could not have been better! Only issue we had was that there was a little bit of Old on the ceiling in the room near the air conditioner vent, which we reported to the front desk at checkout. It was likely due to condensation ..."

Reviewed on 3 Aug. 2025

Residence Inn by Marriott Raleigh Downtown
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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

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