If you are looking for the ultimate list of things to do in Raleigh, including the best attractions, where to eat and drink, the top festivals and sporting events, arts and cultural activities, and where to shop.
If you don’t know what to do in Raleigh, I’ve broken up this list into specific categories such as Eat, Drink, See & Do, Attractions, Arts & Culture, Festivals, Sports, and Shopping to make it easier to navigate.
Get your whiskey or bourbon fix at Whiskey Kitchen or Dram & Draught
One of our favorite bars in Raleigh is Whiskey Kitchen – part whiskey bar, part Southern kitchen that features a beautiful open space and hip venue with over 300 whiskies and craft cocktails.
Kayak or paddle board on one of Raleigh’s best lakes
Lake life is the best life, and if you’re looking for stuff to do in Raleigh that involves water, there’s an abundance of fantastic lakes, and getting out on a lake on our stand up paddle boards or a kayak is one of our favorite things to do in Raleigh NC.
There’s a statue of George Washington dressed as a Roman general in its rotunda – start your visit by walking around the exterior among the impressive oak trees and explore the monuments and statues on display.
North Carolina’s largest craft beer festival is held annually in Raleigh and features over 110 craft breweries from around NC, plus 50 food trucks and local vendors.