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Hidden Gems in RTP
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items I live above Raleigh. Most of my favorite spots are about a 20-30 min drive. Here are some places that truly stand out above the rest!
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The best spot to take your kids or dogs, with a bar for the adults. So much outdoor space and downtown is nearby for restaurant options.
Downtown Cary Park
This park is huge! It’s free to visit, has a large dog park, art throughout the park, and a playground for children. During the summer, there’s a large sunflower field you can walk through and take pictures in. They also have events and food trucks o...
Dix Park
You have to go to a Bills game if you get the chance! Who doesn’t love a hot dog and beer with a side of baseball?
Durham Bulls Athletic Park
The best local produce stand! The owner is so nice and works so hard to feed the Durham community. He offers the best, most affordable deals on fresh fruit, vegetables, and seasonal items. Makes for the cutest pumpkin patch in the fall too!
Perkins Orchard
One of the few drive-in theaters that remain nowadays! Perfect for a fall movie night with the family. They update the showings frequently and even have double features for movies for the price of a single ticket. They have a concessions stand and ba...
Latest movies | Raleigh Road Outdoor Theatre | Henderson
The nicest winery in this area! They constantly have events (live music, karaoke, paint and sip, food trucks, etc). The scenery is unmatched!
ZincHouse Winery & Brewery
Great area to grab a bite or a drink! They’re old shipping containers turned into restaurants, shops, and bars (beer, wine, and cocktails). Dog friendly as well!
Boxyard RTP
This is a fun farm to visit! They have so many animals. They’re most famously known for their events with the goats-yoga, movie nights, pumpkin carving, etc. Very kid friendly environment!
Spring Haven Farm LLC
I enjoy going to this every year! The imagination and creativity that goes into these lantern designs is show-stopping. Some of the displays are truly larger than life! And they’re different every year. The whole event is a walk-through experience. S...
North Carolina Chinese lantern festival
Indoor Activities
Offers a great variety of shows-everything from musicals, to comedy shows, to concerts. And located at the heart of downtown Durham.
DPAC
The best ice cream! They have good seasonal flavors. And sprinkles are always free which is so fun.
Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams
If you’re looking for an event, check out their calendar for concerts, shows, or the next Carolina Hurricanes hockey game!
Lenovo Center
This area is fancy and nice! Many shops, restaurants, etc. If you want to splurge, this is the place to come.
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