Attractions in Raleigh
Raleigh attractions include many historical buildings and areas that can be found in Raleigh, North Carolina. The Capitol Building was consecrated back in 1840 and still houses the governor, lieutenant governor and their staffs. This beautiful building is made entirely of granite. The Executive Mansion is home of North Carolina’s governor and is open for tours. The North Carolina Museum of History provides an in-depth look at different historical subjects, like North Carolina’s role in the Civil War and the Wright Brothers’ famous flight at Kitty Hawk. Admission to the museum is free, making the decision to go even easier. Just 20 minutes east of Raleigh is historic Hillsborough, a former frontier settlement with over 100 preserved historical structures. Today, Hillsborough has more than 40 restaurants, a soda fountain, antique shops and a huge sports complex.
The Closest Beach to Raleigh, NC Abounds with Fun and Sun
Raleigh might be a couple of hours inland, but that doesn’t stop local beach lovers from making daily trips to the shore. The closest beach to Raleigh, NC is between two hours away, easily accessible via local highways and always bursting with visitors.
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The Carolina Mudcats: A Source of Local Pride
They may be a minor league team, but there’s nothing minor about how local fans feel about the Carolina Mudcats. -
The Raleigh Flea Market: Where Bargains Go To Be Found
The Raleigh Flea Market is renowned for being a one-of-a-kind, one-stop shopping experience where guests and visitors can buy everything from used furniture, books, and home accessories to fresh fruits, vegetables, and homemade pumpkin butter! -
The North Carolina Museum of Art Bridges Tradition and Innovation
The NC Museum of Art is one of the finest museums in the Raleigh area.
Raleigh Attractions by category
Biking Tours
Raleigh biking tours allow those who are up for a bit of exercise the chance to see the city in a way that few will ever get to enjoy: not on foot or on four wheels, but on two wheels which combines the best elements of both. Sometimes referred to as ‘ecotourism’, biking tours allow riders the freedom to wander unhindered into areas that cannot be reached by car and to cover distances that are too large to walk. Biking tours also give riders the chance to hop off and hike or walk should they wish for a change of pace.
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Boat Tours
Most Raleigh boat tours sound innocuous enough with their promises of pleasant hours spent on the sea. Many more these days, however, offer passengers the chance to see things other than the shore, including sea mammals such as dolphins, whales, and manatees depending upon the local population. Since many Raleigh boat tours only operate during specific seasons, call ahead to make sure they’re operating before making plans.
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Bus Tours
One of the best ways to see any new city is via bus tour: not only will you get to see all the major attractions and hot spots, you’ll get to meet fellow out-of-towners and never have to worry about directions or getting lost on your own. Raleigh bus tours come in a variety of packages depending upon your interests. You can visit all the places you’ve been hearing about or you can opt for a more specialized tour designed to your personal interests and tastes.
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Museums
Museums are one of the most innovative and interactive ways to learn about any given subject, including art, history, geography, botany, animal life, and natural history. Raleigh museums inspire wonder and amazement in their visitors who are confronted with a bevy of exhibits that introduce them to worlds and characters they never knew existed before. Many of these museums encourage visitors to attend with discounted admissions on certain days, and even free admission for children and members.
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Tour Guides
There’s nothing like visiting a new city and seeing it through the eyes of a local who really know the highlights. Raleigh tour guides let tourists from all over the world choose to be guided through the city with a local tour guide who can customize a tour that caters to the tastes and interests of the tourists. Whether they want to see the traditional landmarks and highlights or disappear into the underground world of hidden treasures and hangouts, Raleigh tour guides know exactly where to go.
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Visitor Information
For visitors from out of town, the city and its major attractions are all staffed with knowledgeable and helpful workers that can provide the latest and most curate information. Raleigh visitor information centers can be found at all major airports, metro stations, shopping malls, museums, and galleries, as well as at local community centers like libraries and schools. Many of these centers also sell tickets to major events being held in the area and can provide recommendations on where to go for sightseeing, dining, and entertainment.
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