Northwest Raleigh Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Northwest Raleigh
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 of North Carolina State University, a top university in 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.
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.
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.
Crabtree Valley Mall
You can search for that perfect souvenir at Crabtree Valley Mall during your stay in Raleigh. Attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
Activities
Raleigh Downtown Historian-Guided Walking Tour
Raleigh Guided E-Bike Tour: Tacos, Taps, and Local Facts
Our pick of the best Northwest Raleigh Hotel Deals
Embassy Suites by Hilton Raleigh Crabtree
Reviewed on 9 Aug. 2025
Homewood Suites by Hilton Raleigh - Crabtree Valley
Reviewed on 1 Aug. 2025
Best Western Plus Raleigh Crabtree Valley Hotel
Reviewed on 6 Aug. 2025
Suburban Studios Raleigh - Crabtree Valley
Reviewed on 6 Aug. 2025
Days Inn by Wyndham Raleigh Glenwood-Crabtree
Reviewed on 30 Jul. 2025
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Raleigh Durham Intl AP
Reviewed on 11 Aug. 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Northwest Raleigh
Crabtree Valley
You'll love the popular shops in Crabtree Valley, and you might want to stick around to check out Crabtree Valley Mall, a top place to visit.
North Raleigh
While visiting North Raleigh, you might make a stop by sights like Durant Nature Preserve and Lafayette Village.
North Hills
North Hills is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by North Hills Shopping Center and Lassiter Mill Historic Park while in the area.
West Raleigh
While visiting West Raleigh, you might make a stop by sights like Raleigh Little Theater and Raleigh Rose Garden.
University Park
If you're spending some time in University Park, Raleigh Little Theater and Raleigh Rose Garden are top sights worth seeing.
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.