Downtown Raleigh Travel Guide
Raleigh
Visit Downtown Raleigh
Popular places to visit
Raleigh Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Raleigh Convention Center during your trip to Raleigh. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene 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 acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums.
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 great live music or attend a sporting event.
William Peace University
Explore the campus of William Peace University during your stay in Raleigh.
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 at North Carolina State University as part of your travels around Raleigh. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
Things to do
Raleigh Downtown Historian-Guided Walking Tour
Raleigh Historian-Guided Downtown Walking Tour
Traditional Pasta Making at a Local Craft Beer Bar in Raleigh
Create Your Own Lipstick or Lip Gloss Class Experience in Raleigh
Top hotels in Downtown Raleigh
The Longleaf Hotel
The room was great! Looked very clean, cozy and great vibes. Delaney was there our whole stay and made it 10 times better! She has the best attitude ever and I highly recommend staying here with the great staff, amenities, and clean rooms.
Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026
Sheraton Raleigh Hotel
Room was spotless, (Coffee maker needed to be cleaned) staff very friendly and professional.
Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026
Raleigh Marriott City Center
Clean hotel.
Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026
Hyatt House Raleigh Downtown/Seaboard Station
Great
Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026
Tempo By Hilton Raleigh Downtown
Love this Hotel we stay here every time we visit our family in Raleigh NC staff is super friendly and everything is steps away
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026
Homewood Suites by Hilton Raleigh Downtown
This hotel was fantastic! Every staff member we met was so kind and helpful, the hotel was beautiful- the room very clean and I’m a tough critic on hotel rooms. Even valet was cheerful when grabbing our car in an ice storm. I would highly recommend this hotel. Within walking distance to many ...
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Raleigh
Historic Oakwood
The restaurants and shopping are just a few features travellers like about Historic Oakwood. If you want to do some sightseeing nearby, Marbles Kids Museums and North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences are a few top places to visit.
Warehouse District
If you're spending some time in Warehouse District, CAM Raleigh and Boylan Bridge are top sights worth seeing.
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.
East Raleigh
While visiting East Raleigh, you might make a stop by sights like Raleigh Flea Market and African American Cultural Complex.
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.
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.
