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, we’ve got you covered in this post!
- Grab a burger from Char-Grill on Hillsborough St- Breakfast at Big Ed’s City Market Restaurant - Eat a GIANT slice of cake from Hayes Barton Cafe & Dessertery - Dine at the oldest restaurant in Raleigh – The Mecca - Celebrate a special occasion at The Second Empire Restaurant & Tavern
- Enjoy brews with incredible views at Wye Hill - Sip on one of the 350+ beers on tap at Raleigh Beer Garden - Get your whiskey or bourbon fix at Whiskey Kitchen or Dram & Draught - Grab a beer at a timeless watering hole – The Raleigh Times - Enjoy a pint at the London Bridge Pub
- Walk across The Boylan Bridge for iconic downtown views - Kayak or paddle board on one of Raleigh’s best lake - Take your kids to Pullen Park - Hike or bike in William B. Umstead State Park - Picnic in Dorothea Dix Park
- North Carolina Museum of History - Step back in time at Mordecai Historic Park - North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences - City of Raleigh Museum (COR Museum) - Visit the NC State Capitol Building