Capital

Stately buildings and historic architecture line the streets of one of the busiest business districts in Raleigh – this is where decisions are made and history is honored. The city celebrates its roots here, with everything from the State Capitol to the Governor's Executive Mansion . Even the museums appear formal and grand. The North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences, in fact, is considered to be one of the best science museums in the country, while the North Carolina Museum of History houses more than 150,000 artifacts representing six centuries. Even the neighborhoods surrounding the Capital District impress visitors with their elegance – Historic Oakwood, an attraction in its own right, is a 19 th century neighborhood with perfectly restored homes and lovingly maintained gardens. Nearby, the Seaboard area is booming with eclectic restaurants like 18 Seaboard, garden and destination shopping at like Logan Trading Company and the exotic furniture shop Seaboard Imports.

Where it is: Located in the center of downtown Raleigh, north of Morgan Street and south of Peace Street.

What's there:
Acro Cafe
Governor's Executive Mansion
Historic Homes of Blount Street
Historic Oakwood
NC Museum of Natural Sciences
NC Museum of History
NC State Capitol
Oakwood Cemetery
Mordecai
Second Empire Restaurant and Tavern
Side Street Cafe

What's nearby:
18 Seaboard
J Betski's
Logan Trading Company
Seaboard Café
Seaboard Imports
Sunflowers Sandwich Shop

To make the most of your visit, check out our weekend experiences at VisitRaleigh.com/weekends, and plan your getaway today.