Things To Do
North Carolina Museum of Art
FREE museum with stunning exhibits, coffee shop and cafe, and beautiful walking trails!
North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences
We've been here for many a date, and Glen even worked here during his first two years of undergrad! Check out the new(ish) Dueling Dinosaurs exhibit!
State Farmers Market
It's huge and there's something for everyone! There's even a restaurant!
ParTee Shack - North Raleigh
We had a super fun date here playing 18 holes on one of their 3 interactive mini golf courses (we especially love the one with the swing)!
Frankie's of Raleigh
Like a Chuck-E-Cheese for adults! Complete with arcade games, laser tag, go-karts, a bar, and tickets you redeem for prizes! Need I say more?!
William B. Umstead State Park
Beautiful spot for a hike to get away from Raleigh traffic!
Jordan Lake - Ebenezer Beach Recreation Area
Fun spot for a swim or a beach picnic!
Crabtree Valley Mall
If you're in the mood for some good shopping! (Olivia loves the Barnes & Noble here!)
Historic Yates Mill County Park
We took our engagement photos here!
Howling Cow Dairy Education Center and Creamery
NC State's own ice cream!
Brecotea
A favorite spot for boba tea, coffee, and pastries!
Morgan Street Food Hall
Glen introduced Olivia to this fun spot, which is just as fun to walk around as it is to sample their many amazing cuisines!
Sarah P. Duke Gardens
Heels > Blue Devils, BUT we must admit they do have the superior gardens...
Weaver Street Market
An awesome local market with NC-made goodies, fresh foods and pastries, and a coffee bar!
Apex Community Park
If you really want to get into some Glen & Olivia lore, this is the spot where it all began!
Carolina Basketball Museum
It wouldn't be a trip to the Triangle without some Carolina basketball! (Go Heels!)
North Carolina Zoo
The largest zoo by land mass in the US! Super fun day trip from Raleigh (about 1.5 hour drive each way).
Duke Lemur Center
This is probably one of the most unique experiences you can have in the Triangle area! Be sure to book well in advance!
Quail Ridge Books
A magical spot that many of our dates have taken us to!
Flyleaf Books
This is one of Olivia's favorite bookstores ever. Amazing staff and book selections (both new and used)!
North Hills Shopping District
If you want some high-end shopping and an amazing Target, check out North Hills!
Carr Mill Mall
While she went to UNC, Olivia lived just down the street from this fun mall based in a historic mill. (Check out Weaver Street Market, the Golden Fig bookstore, and Ali Cat Toys!)
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
When we met, Olivia was an MSLS student here and Glen was working as a research assistant. Walking around campus is always fun, especially the beautiful Carolina Arboretum!