Downtown Raleigh Travel Guide
Raleigh
Visit Downtown Raleigh
Popular places to visit
Raleigh Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Raleigh Convention Center during your trip to Raleigh. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences
You can spend time exploring the galleries in North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences in Raleigh. Experience the area's fascinating museums and acclaimed theatre scene.
North Carolina State Capitol
After visiting North Carolina State Capitol, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Raleigh. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event.
Duke University
Take a campus tour or just explore the area around Duke University, a top university in Durham. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's stunning cathedral.
North Carolina State University
Walk around the campus at North Carolina State University as part of your travels around Raleigh. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
North Carolina State Fairgrounds
Enjoy an outing to North Carolina State Fairgrounds during your stay in Raleigh. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
Top hotels in Downtown Raleigh
Hyatt House Raleigh Downtown/Seaboard Station
Great rooms and helpful staff.
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Sheraton Raleigh Hotel
Clean room
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
The Longleaf Hotel
Room was clean. Staff was very friendly and helpful. Cool vibe at this retro property. I hope to return to check out the bar/lounge. Great location. Long weekend in Raleigh to see family and friends. Highly recommend.
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
Raleigh Marriott City Center
Greta location and great staff! Would definitely stay here again and highly recommend!
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Tempo By Hilton Raleigh Downtown
Decent enough, front desk wasn’t the friendliest but the barista at the cafe was awesome. Room was nice. Shower not great. Close to the convention center and restaurants.
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Homewood Suites by Hilton Raleigh Downtown
We were there for a conference and this was the perfect place to stay. Walking distance to convention centre, large rooms and great free breakfast. Super helpful to have a kitchenette as well. Well will Stay there next time!
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Raleigh
Historic Oakwood
The restaurants and shopping are just a few features travellers like about Historic Oakwood. If you want to do some sightseeing nearby, North Carolina Executive Mansion and Marbles Kids Museums are a few top places to visit.
Warehouse District
If you're spending some time in Warehouse District, CAM Raleigh and Crank Arm Brewing Company are top sights worth seeing.
Glenwood South
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Glenwood South and surrounding area, you can visit North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences and Raleigh City Hall.
East Raleigh
While visiting East Raleigh, you might make a stop by sights like Raleigh Flea Market and African American Cultural Complex.
Five Points
While Five Points isn't home to many top sights, Village District and North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences are some notable places to visit nearby.
Southeast Raleigh
If you're spending some time in Southeast Raleigh, Coastal Credit Union Music Park at Walnut Creek and Neuse River Trail are top sights worth seeing.
