Emmy & Johnny
Things To Do
Vidrio
This is one of the most popular upscale restaurants in downtown Raleigh, due to its aesthetics and delicious Mediterranean dishes.
Poole's
This is our favorite southern food restaurant in Raleigh. The owner, Ashley Christensen, won the 2019 James Beard award for Best Chef in the United States.
Brewery Bhavana
Brewery Bhavana, which serves Laotian inspired dishes, was named one of the best new restaurants in the country.
Watts & Ward
One of the newest speakeasys in Raleigh, Watts and Wards is catered towards working adults. It houses four bars and has a spacious patio.
NCSU Football Game
The North Carolina State University football team is taking on Liberty University at Carter-Finley Stadium on November 21st.
Duke University Gardens
The Sarah P. Duke Gardens has 55 acres of landscaped specialized gardens at Duke University. A walk through the gardens is free.
Umstead Park
Umstead Park is the place to be during the fall in North Carolina. You'll find 22 miles of hiking trails, 13 miles of bike trails and 3 lakes.
North Carolina Museum of Art
The North Carolina Museum of Art has more than 40 galleries inside and is free to the public. The museum also houses a popular cafe.
North Carolina State Capitol Building
This National Historic Landmark sits a block away from the North Carolina History Museum and the North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences.
JC Raulston Arboretum
The JC Raulston Arboretum is a 10-acre arboretum and botanical garden ran by North Carolina State University. It is free and open daily.
North Carolina State Farmers Market
The State Farmers Market is open year round and has a great selection of local produce and souvenirs. It is also home to a seafood and southern food restaurant.
Transfer Co. Food Hall
Transfer is the newest food hall downtown and houses several restaurants. It has a spacious patio and a large amount of seating inside.
Morgan Street Food Hall
Morgan Street is a new food hall showcasing more than a dozen local restaurants. It has a spacious patio and a large amount of seating inside.