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 acclaimed theatre scene and great live music.

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
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 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 acclaimed theatre scene and great live music 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 Historian-Guided Walking Tour

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

Raleigh African American History Tour

AU$29
per adult
Raleigh African American History Tour
Lunch and margaritas included in the price!

Raleigh Guided E-Bike Tour: Tacos, Taps, and Local Facts

AU$182
per adult
Raleigh Guided E-Bike Tour: Tacos, Taps, and Local Facts
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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 26 Aug to 27 Aug
AU$223
26 Aug - 27 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! (505 reviews)
"Room was very nice and clean. Will stay again"

Reviewed on 18 Aug. 2025

Hyatt House Raleigh Downtown/Seaboard Station
Sheraton Raleigh Hotel

Sheraton Raleigh Hotel

3.5 out of 5
421 S Salisbury St, Raleigh, NC
The price is AU$280 per night from 3 Sept to 4 Sept
AU$280
3 Sept - 4 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! (1,007 reviews)
"The staff was awesome and so very kind. The easy parking was amazing and the helpfulness of staff was the best I've every experienced at any hotel. I would definitely encourage family and friends to stay here when visiting the area. The beds were so comfortable after a long nine hour drive."

Reviewed on 18 Aug. 2025

Sheraton Raleigh Hotel
Raleigh Marriott City Center

Raleigh Marriott City Center

3.5 out of 5
500 Fayetteville St, Raleigh, NC
The price is AU$251 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
AU$251
1 Sept - 2 Sept
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! (1,002 reviews)
"Everything was great"

Reviewed on 15 Aug. 2025

Raleigh Marriott City Center
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$280 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
AU$280
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! (111 reviews)
"Property was quiet, basic necessities in place, with an added bit of luxury."

Reviewed on 15 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$295 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
AU$295
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (111 reviews)
"I love that my room was more than enough space. The hotel smelt amazing and the staff was very friendly."

Reviewed on 7 Aug. 2025

Homewood Suites by Hilton Raleigh Downtown
The Longleaf Hotel

The Longleaf Hotel

2.5 out of 5
300 N Dawson St, Raleigh, NC
The price is AU$225 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
AU$225
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & 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 ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,005 reviews)
"Overall, we enjoyed our stay. Loved the vintage vibe of the place. The decor was cool, the room was tidy, the bed was great. A few little things were less than ideal, but nothing major. We'd have preferred not to be on the 2nd floor (hauling our luggage upstairs wasn't easy), but that wasn't an option. ..."

Reviewed on 16 Aug. 2025

The Longleaf Hotel
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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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