Location: Fuquay-Varina
Top Things to do in Fuquay-Varina
What to do and see in Fuquay-Varina, North Carolina (NC): The Best Things to do
Fuquay-Varina /ˈfjuːkweɪ vəˈriːnə/ is a town in Wake County, North Carolina, United States. The population was 18,644 in 2012 (state-certified as of July 1, 2012). The population was 17,937 at the 2010 census, up from 7,898 at the 2000 census. The town is a 25-minute drive south of Raleigh, the capital of North Carolina. The hyphenated name attests to the town's history as two separate towns. Fuquay Springs and Varina merged in 1963 to create the modern town. Economically, the town initially grew due to tobacco trade and agriculture, but has seen recent population growth and real estate development due to its proximity to Research Triangle Park.
Restaurants in Fuquay-Varina
1. Drake's Landing
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 24 reviews
Reviewed By 108cj
Fun day and great personnel. If you need an instructor, Skip was a great guy. He showed my wife how to shoot a long gun and she ended up hitting three in a row! Thank you for a memorable experience!
2. Artistic Expressions Gallery
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 3 reviews
Artistic Expressions Local Art Gallery & Co-Op features works by local artists, including oil, acrylic and water color paintings, wooden renderings, collage and mixed media, pottery,photography and photo restoration and wearable and decorative glass art. Some of the artists offer classes to the public and will take commissioned work.
3. Mad Hatter
4. Rush Hour Escapes
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 12 reviews
Fuquay’s first escape game is finally here! Sixty minutes of adventure, clues, and puzzles await you. Think you have what it takes to complete your mission before the time is up?
5. Aviator Brewery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 74 reviews
Reviewed By DJSparks45 - Pasco, United States
Went here recently while I was at a seminar in Fuquay-Varina There's a small bar on the back side of the brewery. Got to taste test a few of their beers all were really good. My personal favorite is the Black Momba. A dark stout with a hint of bourbon. Also picked up a few souvenirs while I was in here. They do have a restaurant and a bar downtown area that are a bit easier to get to and the food is great. Also on a positive note you can choose a pint of beer as a side when you order food at their restaurant.
6. Fuquay Mineral Spring Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 20 reviews
In 1858, farmer Stephen Fuquay discovered the natural spring that anchors Fuquay-Varina Mineral Spring Park. The natural spring was soon developed into a tourist attraction that brought thousands of visitors throughout the first part of the 20th Century. Located near downtown Fuquay, the Mineral Springs Park offers an easily accessible open space with a restored Springhouse, memorial brick path, picnic tables, footbridge, and finely manicured landscaping.
7. Ashley's Art Gallery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 8 reviews
We feature giclee canvas editions and original paintings by some of the top artists from all over the country. A nice selection of North Carolina pottery, including works by 2 of NC's most famous active potters Ben Owen III & Phil Morgan are on display and for sale too. Showcase artists are Ford Smith (modern landscapes), Terry Isaac (nature and wildlife), John Paul Strain (historical civil war art), Luke Buck (vanishing rural America scenes), June Carey (wine and Italian scenes), Braldt Bralds (domestic cat art) and many more. Giclee canvas editions start at $79. And nice original paintings are $275. and up. For your convenience, we can pack and ship your purchases from us, back to your home at our cost.
8. The Mill
9. Fainting Goat Brewing Company
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 36 reviews
We are a small boutique brewery located in Fuquay-Varina, NC. We offer a variety of handcrafted brews in a casual atmosphere with a dog friendly patio.we strive to consistently provide our customers with a variety of high quality, full flavored, drinkable, hand-crafted beers and we are driven to share our passion for brewing and to promote the craft beer industry with enthusiasts and novices alike.
Reviewed By rwaldrop13 - Raleigh, United States
Fainting Goat is kind of a "Cheers" in terms of friendliness, and absolutely top of the charts in quality. I've never had a bad or unpleasant beer there, the staff is friendly and attentive - and they are always willing to talk about the different beers to help you with your decision. They offer pints, growler fills, and a great place to sit with your friends and have a pint (Wine is available for those who don't have the refined palate for beer). My favorite place to go when I am thirsty...
