Southwest Raleigh, NC

Raleigh

There's a beautiful view of this lake from the top of James B. Hunt Library on Centennial Campus. They allow fishing on this lake too
There's a beautiful view of this lake from the top of James B. Hunt Library on Centennial Campus. They allow fishing on this lake too
I finally got a DSLR camera and got this shot after a rainy day at Yates Mill. This is actually a small groove between some rocks at the mill, but the picture makes it look a little more spectacular. I'll take tips from any of you pros out there!
After heavy rains in the area I hoped for more water coming over the wall but nope. Anyway I decided to try and be different, not shoot the same scene as everyone else. Here it is!!!
Kayaking, boating, SUP, fishing, and more. An easy and inexpensive way to have some fun in Raleigh!

Popular places to visit

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North Carolina State University

4.5/5(702 reviews)

Explore the campus of North Carolina State University during your visit to Raleigh. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

North Carolina State University
Not many flowers on the beach - had a bad winter I guess

Lenovo Center

4.5/5(669 reviews)

Catch an event at Lenovo Center during your trip to Raleigh. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

Lenovo Center
North Carolina Historic State Fairgrounds Commercial and Education Building

North Carolina State Fairgrounds

4/5(357 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to North Carolina State Fairgrounds during your stay in Raleigh. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

North Carolina State Fairgrounds
Early morning sun peeks through the blooms in a field of daffodils at Dorothea Dix Park in Raleigh North Carolina.

Dorothea Dix Park

Dorothea Dix Park is just one of the places to see in Raleigh, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels?

Dorothea Dix Park
Japanese Garden

J.C. Raulston Arboretum

Explore the great outdoors at J.C. Raulston Arboretum, a lovely green space in Raleigh. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

J.C. Raulston Arboretum
Spent a beautiful fall day at Lake Johnson in Raleigh, North Carolina.

Lake Johnson

4/5(11 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Johnson during your travels in Raleigh. Stroll along the riverfront or attend a sporting event in the area.

Lake Johnson

Things to do

Astounding Scavenger Hunt: Raleigh Round The Capitol

Astounding Scavenger Hunt: Raleigh Round The Capitol

￥1,905
per adult
Astounding Scavenger Hunt: Raleigh Round The Capitol
Raleigh North Carolina Scavenger Hunt Walking Tour and Game

Raleigh North Carolina Scavenger Hunt Walking Tour and Game

￥7,584
per adult
Raleigh North Carolina Scavenger Hunt Walking Tour and Game
Traditional Pasta Making at a Local Craft Beer Bar in Raleigh

Traditional Pasta Making at a Local Craft Beer Bar in Raleigh

￥11,678
per adult
Traditional Pasta Making at a Local Craft Beer Bar in Raleigh
Raleigh Ghost and Urban Legend Tour

The Original Raleigh Ghost Walk

￥3,250
per adult
The Original Raleigh Ghost Walk
Salem Puzzling Adventure

Raleigh Puzzling Adventure

￥5,416
per traveler
Raleigh Puzzling Adventure
Create Your Own Lipstick or Lip Gloss Class Experience in Raleigh

Create Your Own Lipstick or Lip Gloss Class Experience in Raleigh

￥10,061
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Create Your Own Lipstick or Lip Gloss Class Experience in Raleigh
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Southwest Raleigh Hotel Deals

Hyatt Place Raleigh/Cary

Hyatt Place Raleigh/Cary

3 out of 5
710 Corporate Center Drive Raleigh NC
The price is ￥16,805 per night from Feb 22 to Feb 23
￥16,805
￥19,032 total
Feb 22 - Feb 23
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Raleigh. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,400 reviews)
Everyone was nice, everything was clean

Reviewed on Feb 8, 2026

Hyatt Place Raleigh/Cary
Ramada by Wyndham Raleigh

Ramada by Wyndham Raleigh

2 out of 5
1520 Blue Ridge Rd Raleigh NC
The price is ￥14,299 per night from Feb 22 to Feb 23
￥14,299
￥16,194 total
Feb 22 - Feb 23
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Raleigh. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,377 reviews)
Room was clean and comfortable. Staff was helpful.

Reviewed on Feb 11, 2026

Ramada by Wyndham Raleigh
The StateView Hotel, Autograph Collection

The StateView Hotel, Autograph Collection

4 out of 5
2451 Alumni Drive Raleigh NC
The price is ￥21,999 per night from Mar 1 to Mar 2
￥21,999
￥24,914 total
Mar 1 - Mar 2
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Raleigh. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
The hotel was lovely and clean.

Reviewed on Feb 5, 2026

The StateView Hotel, Autograph Collection
The Casso, Raleigh, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

The Casso, Raleigh, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

3.5 out of 5
603 W Morgan St. Raleigh NC
The price is ￥31,874 per night from Mar 15 to Mar 16
￥31,874
￥36,096 total
Mar 15 - Mar 16
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Raleigh. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (519 reviews)
Fresh fruit

Reviewed on Jan 20, 2026

The Casso, Raleigh, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Sonesta Select Raleigh Durham Airport Morrisville

Sonesta Select Raleigh Durham Airport Morrisville

3 out of 5
2001 Hospitality Ct Morrisville NC
The price is ￥15,430 per night from Feb 22 to Feb 23
￥15,430
￥17,475 total
Feb 22 - Feb 23
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Morrisville. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,763 reviews)
The hotel was clean, staff was nice and helpful. My was room was clean, comfy bed and pillows. I slept so good, I missed breakfast twice. Would definitely stay here again.

Reviewed on Feb 11, 2026

Sonesta Select Raleigh Durham Airport Morrisville
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Raleigh Durham Intl AP

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Raleigh Durham Intl AP

3 out of 5
1001 Hospitality Ct Morrisville NC
The price is ￥12,772 per night from Feb 16 to Feb 17
￥12,772
￥14,466 total
Feb 16 - Feb 17
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Morrisville. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8/10 Very Good! (3,597 reviews)
Rooms were clean and large with a microwave, refrigerator, coffee pot and lounge chair. Friendly and very helpful staff.

Reviewed on Feb 6, 2026

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Raleigh Durham Intl AP
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Other neighborhoods around Southwest Raleigh

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University Park

While visiting University Park, you might make a stop by sights like Raleigh Rose Garden and Raleigh Little Theater.

University Park
Trolley Pub Raleigh, it's always a fun time with a few friends, rain or shine!

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

4.5/5(52 area reviews)

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
Downtown Raleigh, North Carolina at sunrise.

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
View of downtown Raleigh, North Carolina with blue sky background.

Downtown Raleigh

4.5/5(65 area reviews)

While visiting Downtown Raleigh, you might make a stop by sights like North Carolina Executive Mansion and Marbles Kids Museums.

Downtown Raleigh
Historic Oakwood cemetery entrance and Spring trees in bloom in Raleigh North Carolina

Historic Oakwood

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

Historic Oakwood

Southwest Raleigh, NC