Location: Raleigh
Top Things to do in Raleigh
Top 10 Hidden Gems Things to do in Raleigh, North Carolina (NC)
If you're looking for a getaway that's fun for the whole family and easy on your pocket, look no further than Raleigh. With more than 20 free attractions, this stately and energetic capital city offers an affordable way to enjoy history, culture and the good old outdoors. Spend the day hopping between the three state museums of art, history and natural sciences: all offer free admission. Visitors are free to wander around the grounds of the State Capitol, where they can also observe the legislative process. Stroll past the graves of Civil War generals at a historic cemetery or meander along cobblestone streets of City Market. Shop for the greenest broccoli, reddest apples and tastiest homemade treats around at the State Farmers Market. With over 150 parks, lakes and green ways in Raleigh alone, there is ample opportunity to enjoy golf, biking, swimming, boating and other outdoor adventures.
Restaurants in Raleigh
1. Triangle Food Tours
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 109 reviews
Walk, Talk, Taste, Sip - The original walking tour. Explore the Triangle one food tour at a time. Don't just see the city...taste it! An exciting way to sample the sights, sounds and tastes of the Triangle. Enjoy one of our guided walking food tours in Raleigh, Chapel Hill & Carrboro, Durham or Cary. We also offer private tours for small businesses, non-profits and corporate customers. Call us.
2. Tobacco Road Tours
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 341 reviews
The Triangle area's only daily walking/motorized guided tour operator, Tobacco Road Tours offers packaged tours to Historic Durham, Historic Raleigh, Piedmont Wine Country,Raleigh Haunted Footsteps Ghost, Pub Crawl & Haunted Adventure Tours, Raleigh City of Oaks Historic Walking Tour and our Curriculum Driven Student Living History Walking Tour. Additionally, TRT works with corporate clients to deliver great team building, award/incentive programs & much more. Key words: Nightlife in Raleigh Durham, things to do in Raleigh Durham, nightlife, tours, educational tours, lifelong learner, pub crawl, bar crawl, ghost, paranormal, haunted tour, sightseeing, relocation services, corporate services in Raleigh, company team building, family reunion, event planning, meeting planning, transportation.Historic neighborhoods, museums, Southern diners and global eats, green spaces, performance venues, breweries and nightlife spots work together to create one incredible, cultural hotspot.
3. Neuse River Trail
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 243 reviews
Reviewed By jcornwell10 - Fuquay-Varina, United States
This trail is amazing spanning Wake County all the way to Johnston. Starts at Falls Dam and goes farther than I’ve yet to discover. Was able to train for many distance races of the half and full marathon variety. Course does not overwhelm with hills which is impressive considering the area. Plenty of access points in neighborhoods and running beside river is pretty cool experience. Only issue I have encountered is low spots can get a little wet and during cold months that means ice.
4. Go Ape Zipline & Adventure Park
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 176 reviews
Go Ape is an unparalleled outdoor adventure experience in Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina. Guests tackle dangling obstacles, explore the trees from a new perspective and fly around on multiple ziplines from exciting heights. The Treetop Adventure and Treetop Journey ropes courses blend in with the forest environment, fostering a sense of natural wonder.
5. Tic Toc Escapes
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 500 reviews
Real-life, interactive games where players enter a themed, immersive room and work together to follow clues, solve puzzles and find the key to escape before time runs out...tic toc Book Online: please be aware that our games are available by appointment. our schedule of games and FAQ are posted on our site. please call ahead if you would like to play within two hours, and we will do our best to accommodate your request. thanks!
Reviewed By 424caitlinl
We did the green room and it was very challenging and was a lot of fun and thanks to Dorian for being so helpful and nice!
6. Raleigh Little Theatre Rose Garden
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 123 reviews
Scenic garden adjacent to a popular community theater is used frequently for weddings and other special events.
Reviewed By nazlij2018 - Fayetteville, United States
We visited this little quiet garden on one weekend, it is very nice and enjoyable experience. Roses are very beautiful and smell great. We could eat our lunch here and meditate as well.
7. Historic Oak View County Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 27 reviews
Nineteenth-century farmstead tells the story of America's agricultural and rural heritage, featuring a 19th-century farmhouse, history interpretive center, Cotton Museum and a 170-acre pecan grove.
Reviewed By Jaycie_1995
This was an amazing stop for my husband and I while we were on a short trip to Raleigh. We loved touring the buildings and the historical stories behind each, which had great signs to describe what "life was like" when this was an active farm. Bonus was that the pecan harvest had just begun so we got to go into the orchards and gather pecans. Would be a great spot for kids, families, and most anyone!! Some nice walking paths and I loved petting the goats!!
8. TreeRunner Raleigh Adventure Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 63 reviews
TreeRunner Raleigh Adventure Park is the hottest new aerial adventure park to come to the Raleigh area. Three hours, seven courses, three levels, and loads of fun!
9. Historic Yates Mill County Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 268 reviews
Yates Mill is the last operating, water-powered gristmill in NC's capital county. The 18th century mill was restored, and the 174-acre park developed, through a partnership among the County of Wake, Yates Mill Associates, and NC State University. The park is open 361 days per year, from 8 am to sunset. The visitor center with its 2,200 square feet of exhibit space is open 8:30 am to 5 pm. The historic mill is open for guided tours Mar-Nov each year for public tours on weekends (fee: $3-5) and also by appointment on weekdays for organized groups.
Reviewed By 430sherrim - Southern Pines, United States
We thoroughly enjoyed our visit there. Well maintained walking trails, knowledgeable staff, and a nice visitor center. Recommend the $5 mill tour. Looking forward to returning for the weekend events of Sept 21st!
10. Vita Vite Wine Bar & Craft Beers
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