Want to enjoy Raleigh but not sure where to go? Here are some of my recs for a day or even a night in town.
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Beautiful in Spring when the Cherry Blossoms bloom🌷
Sarah P Duke Gardens
Fun place for a family day!
Phillips Farms: HOME
A must in Raleigh! You can have a picnic at the park or walk around and find the trolls
Trolls - Dix Park
Parents date night out!
Rush Hour Karting: Go Kart Racing in Raleigh & Morrisville
Who doesn’t love museums? Get ready for lots of activities for the kids to keep busy
Museum of Life and Science
Nice mall with lots of outdoor seating. It’s pretty cool how it was built. Perfect for a sunny day!
Raleigh Iron Works
Another museum I recommend for the family!
North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences
Why not take a trip to France while still remaining in NC? This center was built to give you the Parisian vibe. It’s like you’re walking through the streets of France. They have restaurants and shops. They also have an Eiffel Tower replica. Perfect f...
Lafayette Village
Another must for the kiddos! Now with Summer approaching, you’ll wanna come here.
Marbles Kids Museum
This place has a lot to do for all ages
Frankie's
Another park for the family with different options on what to do
Adventure Landing Family Entertainment Center | Raleigh, NC
This park reminds me of a mini Central Park. They have a train, boats on the lake and a pretty carousel. You have to buy tickets for the rides but it’s beautiful between Spring and Fall.
Pullen Park
If you love the outdoors, this is for you. The trees, flowers and the scenery is so calming and relaxing. You can also use this place as a venue.
JC Raulston Arboretum
They open in May for the season and this something you wanna do for the whole day.
Fantasy Lake Adventure Park
If you admire art, this is a must. Beautiful pieces and the whole building are beautiful.
NC Museum of Art
Beautiful selection of produce and locally grown
State Farmers Market - Raleigh - NC Department of Agriculture
This a cool park to walk through. You run into random sculptures and designs that make it interesting.
Ann and Jim Goodnight Museum Park
Amphitheatre always has an event going on. It’s beautiful when the sun starts to set.
Koka Booth Amphitheatre
Family fave!
TreeRunner Adventure Park Raleigh
Fun place for the family to eat and play
Drive Shack
Best BBQ I’ve had in the area! The food truck is inside Phillips Farm in Cary. Even if the farm is closed for the season, this place remains open.
Dampf Good BBQ
Make sure to make a reservation! Perfect for date night and the food is delicious.
Angus Barn Steakhouse Raleigh NC - Fine Wines - Holiday Events ...
Outside of Raleigh! Shaved ice with a Hawaiian twist. Yummy!
Waves Shave Ice
Live Mexican food? Check out this new location. Food is top quality and the decor is impressive.
Mezcalito
Located at the Lafayette Village! Best crepes in town. Gets busy so book ahead of time if possible!
North Raleigh - Simply Crepes
If you’re not sure what to eat, so many options here. Eat and hang out!
