Things to Do in Raleigh, NC

  • Our list of the best things to do in Raleigh, North Carolina, features the top 166 nearby activities — including 84 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
  • Raleigh, NC has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Outdoor Places, Entertainment & Shows, Sports & Fitness, and Amusement.
  • The results below include the top 36 things to do within the city of Raleigh, NC , followed by 131 popular activities in nearby cities, including Durham, Cary, Wake Forest, Chapel Hill, Apex, Garner, Fuquay-Varina, Pittsboro and Sanford
  • Our list of the best things to do in Raleigh, North Carolina, features the top 166 nearby activities — including 84 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
  • Raleigh, NC has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Outdoor Places, Entertainment & Shows, Sports & Fitness, and Amusement.
  • The results below include the top 36 things to do within the city of Raleigh, NC , followed by 131 popular activities in nearby cities, including Durham, Cary, Wake Forest, Chapel Hill, Apex, Garner, Fuquay-Varina, Pittsboro and Sanford
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0.0 Miles
Span rope bridges, fly through the treetops on ziplines, and swing Tarzan-style through the trees at this fun adventure course
1.8 Miles
95% 170 votes
Farmers Markets 1201 Agriculture St, Raleigh, NC 27603 MoreLess Info
While there are some outdoor elements to the State Farmers Market in Raleigh, most of the vendors and events are held in climate controlled buildings for the comfort of merchandisers and shoppers. Most of the market is held in the 30,000 square foot Farmers Building.
5.0 Miles
93% 159 votes
Parks 4620 Lake Wheeler Road, Raleigh, NC 27603 MoreLess Info
Historic Yates Mill County Park is a 174 acre wildlife refuge and an environmental research center where visitors can learn history and view educational exhibits. The park features opportunities for hiking, picnicking and limited fishing.
4.4 Miles
96% 197 votes
Lake 4601 Avent Ferry Rd, Raleigh, NC 27606 MoreLess Info
Lake Johnson Park is a lakeside park that offers a variety of amenities. In addition to extensive walking and hiking trails, the park features boat launches and rentals, and allows fishing in designated areas.
1.9 Miles
95% 94 votes
Gardens 301 Pogue St, Raleigh, NC 27607 MoreLess Info
At Raleigh Little Theatre Rose Garden, visitors can watch a play in the outdoor amphitheater surrounded by roses. The garden grows 56 varieties of roses that start blooming late spring.
5.2 Miles
83% 577 votes
Sports Stadiums (Professional) 1400 Edwards Mill Road, Raleigh, NC 27607 MoreLess Info
PNC Arena is the home arena for the Carolina Hurricanes National Hockey team, and the North Carolina State University men's basketball team. In addition, the arena is often used for exhibitions and concerts.
13.1 Miles
76% 293 votes
Amusement Parks (All Ages) 11190 Fun Park Drive, Raleigh, NC 27617 MoreLess Info
Frankie's Fun Park offers miniature golf, video games, gravity drops, go-carts, arcade games, batting cage, and laser tag. Visitors can also eat at the snack bar including wine, beer, and candy.
37.6 Miles
92% 101 votes
Battlefields 5466 Harper House Road, Raleigh, NC 27524 MoreLess Info
The Bentonville Battlefield State Historic Site marks the location of the largest civil war battle in North Carolina, in which 80,000 soldiers fought. Visitors can tour the Harper House, where wounded soldiers were treated, or visit the museum.
4.8 Miles
91% 120 votes
Malls 4325 Glenwood Ave, Raleigh, NC 27612 MoreLess Info
Guests of the Crabtree Valley Mall will be able to shop at stores such as Abercrombie & Fitch, the Apple Store, Best Buy, Coach, Express, and Gap. Dining options at this site include classic mall staples like Dippin' Dots and Auntie Anne's Pretzels.
0.4 Miles
The Raleigh Convention Center hosts a variety of events, including the NC Community College System Conference, the Raleigh Hall of Fame, and the North Carolina Workers' Compensation Educational Conference. The location features ballrooms, meeting rooms, and exhibit halls.
3.9 Miles
100% 28 votes
Ballets 3401-131 Atlantic Avenue, Raleigh, NC 27604 MoreLess Info
Based in Raleigh, North Carolina, the Carolina Ballet is a professional dance company. Classic ballet theater is presented at one of several venues. Swan Lake, The Nutcracker and Cinderella are on the company's roster of dance performances.
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