Jump In to Raleigh, N.C.—all the way in.

Raleigh, N.C., is wide open. Ready for you to jump in. Into all your favorite festivals and events, out-of-this-world dining raved about across the country, world-class museum exhibits, hands-on, unscripted signature experiences and so much more.

Plan your trip. Jump right in. And immerse yourself deeper into the destination more than you ever have. Get trip ideas below with all sorts of things to do, places to eat, events to attend and more.

Raleigh, N.C., Trip Ideas

Raleigh, N.C., keeps adding happy occasions to the calendar. Festivals and major events serve an important purpose—they mark history and sense of pride, plus they showcase talent, creativity and culture, delicious foods and beverages (and some surprises, too!). Make...

Raleigh, N.C., is a booming metropolis that offers a big city feel with Southern charm. It's a smart, modern-meets-historic destination that has a lot to offer and no matter what path you choose on your visit, we know you'll be energized by the fired-up cultural...

Raleigh’s food scene? It’s booming. Thriving. Better than ever, thanks to tasty endeavors from a community that’s passionate about good eats and drinks. The recent accolades: One of America’s hottest food cities (Zagat); one of the most underrated food cities on the...

Barbecue. Barbeque. Bar-B-Que. BBQ. No matter how you spell it, we can agree on one thing—with a plate of ‘cue in hand, all is right with the world. Barbecue in Raleigh, N.C., is treated a little differently. We eat it in restaurants, at college-football and NHL-hockey...

Raleigh, N.C., is home to many African American heritage sites and historical attractions that celebrate and commemorate African American culture. Here, you’ll not only find the South’s oldest black university, but also the birthplace of one of the most important...

Open through April 2, 2023. From international superstars, including Emmylou Harris, Dolly Parton, Rosanne Cash, Shania Twain and Taylor Swift, to contemporary North Carolina artists, such as Rhiannon Giddens, Rissi Palmer and Kasey Tyndall, The Power of Women in...

Open through May 7, 2023. A blockbuster exhibition is ready for takeover at the North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences in Raleigh, N.C.! James Cameron: Challenging the Deep is a major, immersive exhibition that explores the legendary filmmaker's extensive career as a...

Often dubbed the "Smithsonian of the South" thanks to an abundance of free museums, historic attractions and educational institutions, Raleigh, N.C., has long been known as a budget-friendly family getaway destination for those in the Tar Heel State and beyond (Southern...

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Jump In to Raleigh and dive into its culture with guided Signature Experiences, a curated collection of unscripted tours and hands-on encounters designed to take you "backstage" and alongside the locals who live it and breathe it every day.

“People-First Experiences are meant to be true, authentic representations of the people and places that create them.”

Learn the art of crocheting, out and about at cookie shops, parks and more fun locations (booking available upon request) View More

Learn the basics of stamping on metal to create personalized accessories and gifts (booking available upon request) View More

Learn about the craft of blending and distilling in this behind-the-scenes tour (booking available upon request) View More

Get a tour of the Warehouse District's colorful wall murals, street art and sculpture (booking available upon request) View More


Transfer Co. Food Hall/"30 Can't-Miss Things to Do," Brian Strickland; The Power of Women in Country Music boots, courtesy of the GRAMMY Museum®/photo by Rebecca Sapp; Signature Experiences larger photo, David Kuhn