Downtown Raleigh, NC
Raleigh
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Popular places to visit
Raleigh Convention Center
Learn about the events happening at Raleigh Convention Center during your trip to Raleigh. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
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 fascinating museums and acclaimed theater scene.
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.
Duke University
Walk around the campus of Duke University, a top college in Durham. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's stunning cathedral.
North Carolina State University
Explore the campus of North Carolina State University during your visit to 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.
Things to do
Carolina Hurricanes Ice Hockey Game at PNC Arena
Raleigh North Carolina Scavenger Hunt Walking Tour and Game
Downtown Raleigh Hotel Deals
Sheraton Raleigh Hotel
There were 4 soap dishes in the bathroom but no soap. We asked for soap and they didn’t have any.
Reviewed on Apr 5, 2026
Hyatt House Raleigh Downtown/Seaboard Station
Everything was amazing And especially the valet: Hashimo(possibly spelled wrong) He was extremely helpful to us and very nice. He made our time in Raleigh more enjoyable Thank you And Happy Easter!
Reviewed on Apr 5, 2026
The Longleaf Hotel
Good location - about 10 minutes walk to downtown. Very friendly helpful staff. Nice bar where you can get complimentary coffee in the morning and purchase a small srlection of baked goods. Has the look of an old style hotel but clean and comfortable with good eifi and information in the rooms. Good ...
Reviewed on Apr 5, 2026
Raleigh Marriott City Center
It was a really nice hotel. Loved it being downtown.
Reviewed on Apr 4, 2026
Tempo By Hilton Raleigh Downtown
Hotel is nice in a good location. Quiet. You do have to pay $30 per night for valet to use their parking deck. Shower pressure weak, only one of the two heads worked and it was low.
Reviewed on Apr 5, 2026
Homewood Suites by Hilton Raleigh Downtown
Excellent stay at a fairly new hotel. Everything was clean and neat and new. We wish the bathroom had towel racks and a few more glasses in the kitchenette. Some wine glasses, please. Really, quite lovely.
Reviewed on Apr 4, 2026
Other neighborhoods around Downtown Raleigh
Historic Oakwood
The restaurants and shopping are a few reasons travelers visit Historic Oakwood. Want to see more of the surrounding area? North Carolina Executive Mansion and Marbles Kids Museums are a few top sights nearby.
Warehouse District
If you're spending some time in Warehouse District, CAM Raleigh and Boylan Bridge are top sights worth seeing.
Glenwood South
When in Glenwood South, you can plan a visit to North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences and Raleigh City Hall, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
East Raleigh
If you're spending some time in East Raleigh, Raleigh Flea Market and African American Cultural Complex are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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.
