Southwest Raleigh
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Popular places to visit
North Carolina State University
Walk around the campus of North Carolina State University, a top university in Raleigh. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
PNC Arena
Catch an event at PNC Arena during your trip to Raleigh. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
North Carolina State Fairgrounds
Enjoy an outing to North Carolina State Fairgrounds during your stay in Raleigh. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
Lake Johnson
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Johnson during your travels in Raleigh. Stroll along the riverfront or attend a sporting event in the area.
J.C. Raulston Arboretum
Explore the great outdoors at J.C. Raulston Arboretum, a lovely green space in Raleigh. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
Duke University
Take a campus tour or just explore the area around Duke University, a top university in Durham. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's stunning cathedral.
Things to do
Raleigh: Scavenger Hunt Adventure Self-Guided City Game
Top hotels in Southwest Raleigh
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Reviewed on 12 Jun 2024
![Hyatt Place Raleigh/Cary](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4520000/4513100/4513058/6c0c1602_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2024
![Ramada by Wyndham Raleigh](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/13700/13641/23f54847_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 9 Jun 2024
![The StateView Hotel, Autograph Collection](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18840000/18832900/18832848/703ec5d6_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 12 Jun 2024
![Wingate by Wyndham State Arena Raleigh/Cary](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3740000/3739000/3738953/b3b11b0c_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 14 Jun 2024
![The Casso, Raleigh, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45630000/45621000/45620959/bdbfb8ca_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 20 May 2024
Other neighbourhoods around Southwest Raleigh
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University Park
If you're spending some time in University Park, Raleigh Rose Garden and Raleigh Little Theater are top sights worth seeing.
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Warehouse District
If you're spending some time in Warehouse District, Boylan Bridge and Crank Arm Brewing Company are top sights worth seeing.
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Glenwood South
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Glenwood South and surrounding area, you can visit North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences and North Carolina Museum of History.
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Five Points East
While Five Points East isn't home to many top sights, North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences and North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences are some notable places to visit nearby.
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Downtown Raleigh
If you're spending some time in Downtown Raleigh, Marbles Kids Museums and Moore Square are top sights worth seeing.
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Crabtree Valley
You'll love the popular shops in Crabtree Valley, and you might want to stick around to check out Crabtree Valley Mall, a top place to visit.