Raleigh is the City of Oaks in North Carolina, a state capital known for its tree-lined streets, world-class museums, and position in the Research Triangle. The North Carolina Museum of Art, vibrant food halls, and the surrounding universities create a cultured Southern city atmosphere.
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Top spots in Raleigh
Pullen Park
5th-oldest amusement park in the U.S., with a carousel, mini-train, paddle boats, playground & more.
North Carolina Museum of Art
Permanent collection spanning 5,000 years, traveling exhibits, outdoor monument park & amphitheater.
Marbles Kids Museum
Children's museum featuring a wide variety of interactive displays for toddlers & school-age kids.
North Carolina State Capitol
Greek revival landmark housing a grand rotunda, historical artifacts & the Governor's offices.
North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences
Exhibits on NC's geology, flora & fauna, plus fossil collections, 3D films & live-animal programs.
Mordecai Historic Park
Park grounds feature President Andrew Johnson's birthplace, a historic house museum & trolley tours.
Boylan Bridge
Memorial Belltower
Moore Square
A public gathering space and one of Raleigh's two surviving original parks, with frequent events.
Joel Lane Museum House
History museum in the manor of Revolutionary War colonel & U.S. Constitution signatoree Joel Lane.