University Park Travel Guide
Raleigh
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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 at North Carolina State University as part of your travels around Raleigh. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
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.
Lenovo Center
Catch an event at Lenovo Center during your trip to Raleigh. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
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.
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.
Things to do
Downtown Durham Historian-Guided Walking Tour
Raleigh Downtown Historian-Guided Walking Tour
Raleigh Historian-Guided Downtown Walking Tour
Guided Walking Historian Tour in Downtown Durham
Top hotels in University Park
Aloft Raleigh
Staff was polite and check in and check out process was smooth.
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Hilton Raleigh North Hills
Very clean (Most Important for me) Comfortable, Lots of dining options, Friendly Staff. Convenient location for my purposes.
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Comfort Inn Raleigh Midtown
Clean room, friendly staff, amenities
Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026
The Umstead Hotel and Spa
The bed was an absolute dream. The service from every staff member was exceptional. The amenities were fantastic. This hotel is everything you have read and heard about but better.
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026
Sonesta Select Raleigh Durham Airport Morrisville
Staff - Excellent Room - Clean Rooms Interior- need a remodel, show
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Raleigh Downtown North
Great stay! The lady at the front desk that checked me in, went above and beyond to make sure I was happy and had everything I needed! Second time I have stayed here and both times my room was extremely clean and comfortable!
Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around University Park
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.
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.
Warehouse District
If you're spending some time in Warehouse District, CAM Raleigh and Boylan Bridge are top sights worth seeing.
Midtown Raleigh
While visiting Midtown Raleigh, you might make a stop by sights like Lassiter Mill Historic Park and North Hills Shopping Center.
Southwest Raleigh
While visiting Southwest Raleigh, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Johnson and J.C. Raulston Arboretum.
Downtown Raleigh
If you're spending some time in Downtown Raleigh, Marbles Kids Museums and The Acorn are top sights worth seeing.
