Areas of Raleigh
East Raleigh
Steeped in history, East Raleigh continues to grow as visitors become residents and plant their...
Midtown Raleigh
The Midtown Raleigh district includes four different shopping, entertainment and dining areas all...
North Raleigh
North Raleigh is home to a growing number of large residential enclaves along with hundreds of...
RDU/Brier Creek
Aptly named for its proximity to RDU International Airport, the RDU/Brier Creek area is home to...
South Raleigh
Located just south of downtown, this area is one of the city’s most rapidly growing districts. With...
West Raleigh/North
There’s a reason Raleigh has been called the "Smithsonian of the South": this district has almost...
Downtown Raleigh
Downtown Raleigh, N.C., is where historic neighborhoods, world-class museums, Southern diners and...
Raleigh, N.C.
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Downtown Raleigh
Historic neighborhoods, museums, Southern diners and global eats, green spaces, performance venues, breweries and nightlife spots work together to create one incredible, cultural hotspot.
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East Raleigh
Steeped in history, East Raleigh continues to grow with historic neighborhoods, two distilleries, family-fun facilities and restaurants serving up delicious, down-home Southern food.
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Midtown Raleigh
Includes four, different shopping, entertainment and dining areas all within a short drive—North Hills, Crabtree Valley, Cameron Village and the Five Points neighborhood.
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North Raleigh
Home to hundreds of restaurants, large retail stores, entertainment complexes, parks and recreation areas. Family entertainment is easy to find as well as fun, outdoor things to do
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RDU/Brier Creek
Aptly named for its proximity to RDU International Airport, the area is home to hundreds of thousands of square feet of retail, restaurants, breweries and an array of family fun.
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South Raleigh
Located just south of downtown, this area is one of the city’s most rapidly growing. With multiple parks, eateries and entertainment options, it's a great place to spend a day or stay.
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West Raleigh
Boasts two-dozen live performance venues and visual art galleries, including the North Carolina Museum of Art! This hip, college-town drag also includes the N.C. State Fairgrounds and PNC Arena.
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Fuquay-Varina
Originally, visitors traveled to the quaint town seeking the healing powers of its mineral spring. Today the town remains a rewarding place for day-trip adventures or weekend getaways.
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Holly Springs
At its beginnings, travelers stopped by the area's springs to quench their thirst, and while that bit of history doesn’t continue today, visitors do stop to indulge in breweries and dining spots.
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Knightdale
Perfect for those seeking a welcoming, youthful culture, Knightdale boasts lots of parks and trails for the active-minded, a distillery plus a local-hangout, nano brewery.
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Morrisville/RTP
A growing enclave known for its diversity, educated populace and cultural vibrancy. Includes excellent global dining, plus the local-favorite, indoor climbing spot Triangle Rock Club.
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Rolesville
As the second-oldest town in the Raleigh area, Rolesville’s roots run deep. Established in 1837, the town has held fast to its engaging, Southern charm.
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Wake Forest
A beautiful small town with enough history, culture and activities to keep travelers entertained for days on end. Stroll through the charming, historic downtown district!
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