Downtown Raleigh
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 acclaimed theater 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 fascinating museums and great live music.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Raleigh Historian-Guided Downtown Walking Tour
Create Your Own Lipstick or Lip Gloss Class Experience in Raleigh
Raleigh Guided E-bike Tour: Ghosts, Mystery, Creepy History
Downtown Raleigh Hotel Deals
Hyatt House Raleigh Downtown/Seaboard Station
Room great - wish had body lotion and better tissues. I blew a hole in one … recommends Puffs Plus
Reviewed on May 9, 2026
Sheraton Raleigh Hotel
Clean property
Reviewed on May 7, 2026
The Longleaf Hotel
Second time staying at the lovely Longleaf!! It’s in such a walkable area, has a fantastic, friendly staff, plenty of parking and very comfy beds! Highly recommended!
Reviewed on May 8, 2026
Raleigh Marriott City Center
Facility and rooms are very clean and pleasant. The food from the restaurant was delicious. Only not so positive thing was a staff member entered my room without knocking or checking to make sure the room was empty.
Reviewed on May 7, 2026
Tempo By Hilton Raleigh Downtown
Nice place close to convention center
Reviewed on May 8, 2026
Homewood Suites by Hilton Raleigh Downtown
Overall great stay
Reviewed on May 9, 2026
Other neighbourhoods 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 Crank Arm Brewing Company are top sights worth seeing.
Glenwood South
When in Glenwood South, you can plan a visit to North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences and North Carolina State Capitol, 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.
