South Raleigh

Located just south of downtown, this area is one of the city’s most rapidly growing districts. With multiple parks, eateries and entertainment options, South Raleigh is the perfect place to spend a day during your visit.

Take a few hours to explore Juniper Level Botanic Garden, a 28-acre education, research and display garden with more than 23,000 unique plants from around the world. Visitors can also enjoy Historic Yates Mill County Park, a 174-acre wildlife park that features hiking trails, historic Yates Mill and the mill’s 24-acre pond.

Historic Yates Mill County Park

The 174-acre wildlife park features hiking trails, Historic Yates Mill, Wake County’s last remaining gristmill, and the mill’s... View More

Goodberry's Frozen Custard‎

Serving 100% all-natural frozen custard made fresh hourly. Locally owned and operated for more than 22 years. View More

Coastal Credit Union Music Park at Walnut Creek

Raleigh’s premier open-air music venue showcases award-winning artists in an outdoor setting. Coastal Credit Union Music Park at... View More

Golfers can choose between three courses in South Raleigh: Eagle Ridge Golf Club, a 6,904-yard course designed by 1992 U.S. Open Champion Tom Kite; Raleigh Golf Association, one of Raleigh's oldest courses, with its 27 holes (18 that are open to the public); and 401 Par Golf, a nine-hole, par-three course that is great for beginners.

South Raleigh also has a variety of restaurants and retail offerings to keep visitors entertained. Electric Beanz Coffee Bar, a specialty coffee shop, offers fresh, locally-roasted espresso and coffee, fresh fruit smoothies and baked goods. For a taste of Raleigh’s cultural diversity, head to Caribbean Spice. This South Raleigh-staple serves authentic Caribbean cuisine with an extra helping of positive vibes. Tripps Restaurant and Goodberry’s Frozen Custard are also South Raleigh favorites.

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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

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West Raleigh/North

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Downtown Raleigh

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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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

Apex

Celebrating its turn-of-the-century railroad heritage, the charming town of Apex features more than 60 commercial and residential structures dating from 1870 to 1940.

Cary

One of the fastest-growing cities in the South, the Town of Cary is home to renowned restaurants, world-class shopping, top-tier entertainment, culture and arts and a range of outdoor experiences.

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.

Garner

Venture just 10 minutes from downtown Raleigh and check out Garner, an All-America City with unique amenities and a genuine, hometown authenticity.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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!

Wendell

Along Main St. and throughout historic downtown Wendell—on the National Register of Historic Places—vintage shops, dining spots and buildings display the architecture of our American heritage.

Zebulon

Just 25 minutes from downtown Raleigh, Zebulon is a vibrant, welcoming community with activities ranging from sporting events (Carolina Mudcats baseball!) to down-home Southern dining.

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South Raleigh

South Raleigh

Historic Yates Mill County Park

Goodberry's Frozen Custard‎