Activities & Dining
Things To Do in Raleigh
There are many things to do in Raleigh, NC! Raleigh offers a big city feel with Southern charm. It’s a smart, modern-meets-historic destination that has a lot to do.
A great resource for local area attractions is VisitRaleigh.com.
Ranked by Insider as one of the top 25 museums in the country, the North Carolina Museum of Art is an absolute must-see for visitors to the area.
The JC Raulston Arboretum is a nationally acclaimed garden with one of the largest and most diverse collections of landscape plants.
North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences
Appeal to the museum buffs in your circle with a trip to the largest natural history museum in the Southeast. Created in 1879 and established in 1887, the North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences is also the oldest established museum and the most popular historic destination in North Carolina.
Dining
Raleigh has a little bit of everything, and in 2016 Zagat named Raleigh one of the “Hottest Food Cities”.
Foodies, rejoice! You’re in one of the “Hottest Food Cities” according to Zagat, and you’ll quickly see why our culinary scene is gaining national recognition. Dining here is a peerless mix of foodie culture and warm, down-home service, highlighted by James Beard Award-recognized chefs.
If you’re feeling adventurous try one of these food tours! Get a taste of Raleigh, N.C.’s nationally-recognized culinary scene with a tour from expert foodies in the destination.
