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Exploring the Capital City by Rickshaw in Raleigh
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
University of North Carolina
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of University of North Carolina during your travels in Chapel Hill. Experience the area's entertainment choices or attend a sporting event.
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.
Franklin Street
During your visit to Chapel Hill, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Franklin Street. Visit the area's cathedral or simply enjoy its restaurants.
North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences
You can spend time exploring the galleries in North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences in Raleigh. Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed theatre scene.
Crabtree Valley Mall
You can search for that perfect souvenir at Crabtree Valley Mall during your stay in Raleigh. Attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
Raleigh Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Raleigh Convention Center during your trip to Raleigh. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
Areas of Raleigh
Downtown Raleigh
If you're spending some time in Downtown Raleigh, Marbles Kids Museums and Moore Square are top sights worth seeing.
North Hills
North Hills is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by North Hills Shopping Center and Lassiter Mill Historic Park while in the area.
Southwest Raleigh
While visiting Southwest Raleigh, you might make a stop by sights like J.S. Dorton Arena and North Carolina State Fairgrounds.
Downtown Durham
If you're spending some time in Downtown Durham, Carolina Theatre and Durham Performing Arts Center are top sights worth seeing.
North Raleigh
While visiting North Raleigh, you might make a stop by sights like Lafayette Village and Falls Lake Visitor Assistance Center.
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.
