Roam around our favorite city in a park.
We have been here over 5 years now and these are some of our favorite spots. A mix of local favorites and tourist classics. We fell in love with this city and never want to leave!
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Did you say woods?
Eats
The best fried chicken I’ve ever had. Dare I say, better than mommas!
Beasley's Chicken + Honey
There are several sites for this local favorite.
Jubala Coffee
Find and book and dive right in with a cosy coffee or a fun adult beverage later in the day.
Have a good giggle over the food names while perusing your new favorite coffee spot.
Beow's Books & Brews
Get the honey cake, it’s the perfect mix of sweet and not too sweet.
Paul and Jack · Raleigh, North Carolina
Perfect for a night out with friends! Individual hotpot’s and/or sushi.
Umiya Raleigh · Raleigh, North Carolina
Explore
Don’t forget to check out the upstairs area!
Quail Ridge Books
Save time to explore the park around the museum too! There are so many surprises.
North Carolina Museum of Art
Check for tickets ahead of time! They book up quick.
Pullen Park
Pro tip come early on The Weeknd’s for free parking right next to the museum! Bonus: the history museum is next door.
North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences - Raleigh
Get ready to laugh at silly everyone will look traipsing this indoor mini golf spot!
ParTee Shack - South Raleigh
Did you say woods?
There’s a nice little loop around the lake and parking at both entrances.
Durant Nature Preserve
Camping, hiking, water sports! All within the city.
William B. Umstead State Park: Home
Be sure to check out their website for the latest events.
The sunflowers in July are our favorite.🌻
Dix Park
There are so many little parking spots around the lake for a quick hike. But one of our favorites is near a bike shop off old falls of neuse rd. There is a beautiful waterfall coming off the dam and some great picnic spots scattered in the area.
Falls Lake State Recreation Area: Home | NC State Parks
A great spot for birding (listen we went with friends, and that’s the story I’m sticking too.) and photography around the bridge.