Downtown Raleigh Travel Guide

Raleigh

A cityscape with dense urban buildings, a prominent skyscraper, and surrounding green areas.
A large, classical building with columns and a symmetrical facade, surrounded by a grassy lawn and leafless trees.
A park with a fountain, a brick plaque, and well-maintained flower beds.
A trolley pub with a vintage cart and people sitting inside.
A statue of historical figures in front of a large government building.

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A city skyline with modern buildings, a highway, and surrounding greenery.

Raleigh Convention Center

8.4/10 (1,072 reviews)
Learn about the events happening in Raleigh Convention Center during your trip to Raleigh. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
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Things to do

Raleigh Downtown: Historic Walking Tours

Raleigh Downtown Historian-Guided Walking Tour

฿636
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Raleigh Downtown Historian-Guided Walking Tour
Raleigh Historian-Guided Downtown Walking Tour

Raleigh Historian-Guided Downtown Walking Tour

฿666
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Raleigh Historian-Guided Downtown Walking Tour
Raleigh True Crime Tour

Raleigh True Crime Tour

฿636
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Raleigh True Crime Tour
The Original Raleigh Ghost Walk

The Original Raleigh Ghost Walk

฿703
per adult
The Original Raleigh Ghost Walk
Raleigh Express 1 Hour Rydables Tour

Raleigh Express 1 Hour Rydables Tour

฿2,309
per adult
Raleigh Express 1 Hour Rydables Tour
Sushi Making Cooking Class at a Local Craft Beer Bar in Raleigh

Sushi Making Cooking Class at a Local Craft Beer Bar in Raleigh

฿2,510
per adult
Sushi Making Cooking Class at a Local Craft Beer Bar in Raleigh
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Top hotels in Downtown Raleigh

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 ฿5,791 per night from 20 Aug to 21 Aug
฿5,791
฿6,558 total
20 Aug - 21 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Raleigh. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Red Hat Amphitheater and North Carolina ...
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 ฿5,213 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
฿5,213
฿5,903 total
6 Sept - 7 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Raleigh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,016 reviews)
"Paid extra for breakfast and none was offered. Extremely disappointed"

Reviewed on 5 Aug 2026

Sheraton Raleigh Hotel
Raleigh Marriott City Center

Raleigh Marriott City Center

3.5 out of 5
500 Fayetteville St Raleigh NC
The price is ฿6,250 per night from 22 Aug to 23 Aug
฿6,250
฿7,079 total
22 Aug - 23 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Raleigh. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,010 reviews)
"The valet lost our car in the front desk said I had nothing to do with them weren’t helpful at all. Ruined our day we plan to go to the beach, but needed our car. Zero assistance was offered not the first complaint Hotel should be responsible for their valet they provide!! Sham on this hotel for ..."

Reviewed on 5 Aug 2026

Raleigh Marriott City Center
The Longleaf Hotel

The Longleaf Hotel

3 out of 5
300 N Dawson St Raleigh NC
The price is ฿4,878 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
฿4,878
฿5,524 total
16 Aug - 17 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Raleigh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,165 reviews)
"What a unique, fun, and perfect option for a stay in the Raleigh area. I love the repurposed building - it has both a buzz and chill atmosphere at the same time. The only question mark is that they charge a $10 parking fee in their own lot. This will be my go-to on a return trip."

Reviewed on 6 Aug 2026

The Longleaf Hotel
Tempo By Hilton Raleigh Downtown

Tempo By Hilton Raleigh Downtown

3 out of 5
200 West Davie Street Raleigh NC
The price is ฿6,078 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
฿6,078
฿6,884 total
6 Sept - 7 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Raleigh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Red Hat Amphitheater and North Carolina State ...
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
The price is ฿5,943 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
฿5,943
฿6,730 total
6 Sept - 7 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Raleigh. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Red Hat Amphitheater and North Carolina ...
Homewood Suites by Hilton Raleigh Downtown
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Where to stay in Downtown Raleigh

Find the best Downtown Raleigh areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A cityscape with modern buildings, a green park, and a clear blue sky.

North Hills

North Hills is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by North Hills Shopping Center and Lassiter Mill Historic Park while in the area.

A multi-tiered waterfall with moss-covered rocks and a wooden bridge.
Photo by Anthony Husband
Open Photo by Anthony Husband

Southwest Raleigh

While visiting Southwest Raleigh, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Johnson and J.C. Raulston Arboretum.

Midtown Raleigh

While visiting Midtown Raleigh, you might make a stop by sights like North Hills Shopping Center and Village District.

A large, beige building with multiple windows and a curved corner design.
Photo by Phil Vignola Jr.
Open Photo by Phil Vignola Jr.

Downtown Durham

If you're spending some time in Downtown Durham, Carolina Theatre and Durham Performing Arts Center are top sights worth seeing.

A rustic wooden mill with a water wheel, a small pond, and a sunset in the background.

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.

Downtown Raleigh Travel Guide