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Raleigh, North Carolina The guide was updated: 2023-03-01

A visit to Raleigh in North Carolina is more than a trip to a blossoming Southern metropolis. You'll feel enriched and energized the instant you're warmly welcomed by its smart, savvy locals. Raleigh's bright minds head top-tier technology, education and life science institutions; its artists create a bevy of cultural and culinary touchstones; and its storytellers proudly carry on the collective heritage of a rich, historic capital city.

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Population:	469,124 (2021)
Currency:	U.S. dollar, $1 = 100 cents
Search Accommodation:	Hotels »
Emergency numbers:	911
Newspapers:	The News & Observer — www.newsobserver.com Indy Week — indyweek.com
Website:	www.visitraleigh.com
Opening hours:	Most businesses are open between 9 am and 9 pm
Tourist information:	Visitor Information Center 500 Fayetteville Street, Raleigh Open Mon–Sat 9am–5pm +1 919 834 5900

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Best known for its world-class museums, best of Broadway shows and live concerts, capital area historic sites and professional and amateur sporting events, Raleigh truly offers a variety of entertainment all in one.

North Carolina Museum of Art

North Carolina Museum of Art

The North Carolina Museum of Art is one of the premier visual arts museums in the South. It features a dramatic gallery building home to a world-class collection that covers 5,000 years of art and includes more than 30 Rodin sculptures, a center for special exhibitions and a 164-acre park.

North Carolina Museum of History

North Carolina Museum of History

At this museum you can explore more than 14,000 years of N.C. history. In addition to interesting artifacts, the exhibition "The Story of N.C." features multimedia presentations and an interactive format.

North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences

North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences

The Southeast’s largest natural history museum has four floors of exhibits, a Nature Research Center, and an 80,000-square-foot wing full of scientists working in the public eye. Highlights include the world’s most complete Acrocanthosaurus dinosaur and the three-story multimedia Daily Planet.

Historic Oakwood

Historic Oakwood

This historic neighborhood covering 30 blocks is a great place for a quiet stroll among diverse architecture and beautiful gardens. Many of the houses here date back to the nineteenth century and have been restored to their original splendor. Having a guided tour of the neighborhood is also an option.

Historic Yates Mill County Park

Historic Yates Mill County Park

This 174-acre wildlife park features Wake County's last operating 18th-century, water-powered gristmill. The mill is supported by a 16-foot-tall stone dam and a 24-acre pond. The park features a 16,000-square-foot visitor center with an exhibit hall, while the surrounding natural areas include over three miles of hiking trails.

J.C. Raulston Arboretum at North Carolina State University

J.C. Raulston Arboretum at North Carolina State University

The J.C. Raulston Arboretum is a 10-acre collection of diverse tree and plants, featuring over 6,000 flora species in its gardens.

Marbles Kids Museum and IMAX Theatre

Marbles Kids Museum and IMAX Theatre

At Marbles Kids Museum, children are encouraged to learn new things through play and interactive exhibits, while and developing their curiosity and creativity. The Marble IMAX cinema shows educational documentaries and movies on a big, 3D-capable screen.

Contemporary Art Museum

Contemporary Art Museum

CAM Raleigh is a non-collecting museum that explores what contemporary art is and offers an always-changing museum experience. On the website, you can learn about the exhibitions that are currently being hosted.

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