Things To Do in Raleigh, North Carolina

Activities, attractions and tours
Raleigh

Raleigh Attractions

Let Expedia help you experience the best that Raleigh has to offer! If you’re looking for fun itinerary ideas, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes.

Activities and Tours

Raleigh is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Raleigh to make sure that you enjoy your experience to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

If you’re planning a visit, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights.

Raleigh Attractions

Expedia has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions to keep you entertained. In addition to scheduling local tours, booking reservations and scoring advance event tickets, Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, all on one consolidated travel itinerary, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Raleigh.

Looking for things to do can be time consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Raleigh attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season.


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Downtown Raleigh

5/5(1 area review)

While visiting Downtown Raleigh, you might make a stop by sights like Marbles Kids Museums and North Carolina Museum of History.

Downtown Raleigh
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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.

North Hills
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Southwest Raleigh

4/5(9 area reviews)

While visiting Southwest Raleigh, you might make a stop by sights like North Carolina State Fairgrounds and William Neal Reynolds Coliseum.

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Downtown Durham

While visiting Downtown Durham, you might make a stop by sights like Carolina Theatre and Durham Performing Arts Center.

Downtown Durham
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North Raleigh

5/5(1 area review)

While visiting North Raleigh, you might make a stop by sights like Durant Nature Preserve and Falls Lake Visitor Assistance Center.

North Raleigh
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Crabtree Valley

4/5(9 area reviews)

One reason travelers love spending time in Crabtree Valley is the popular shops, and Crabtree Valley Mall is a top place to visit.

Crabtree Valley

Day trip destinations from Raleigh