Things To Do

North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences

Fun experience and right downtown!

North Carolina Museum of Art

Great art and there are walking paths to get your steps in!

ParTee Shack - South Raleigh

Very fun and unique mini-golf place. We went here on our second date! ... David won

State Farmers Market

North Hills Midtown

Lots of shops and good food located in this area!

Fenton

Shops & Amazing Restaurants. Our favorite Italian restaurant is located there.

Sarah P. Duke Gardens

55 acres of garden located on the campus of Duke University. Flowers should be in full bloom during this time of year! Duke's campus is also very cool to see. Located in Durham, around 30-40 minutes from downtown Raleigh

Raleigh Beer Garden

Located near downtown and has over 300 different beers on tap

Dos Taquitos

Very tasty Mexican food. This is a popular spot so likely need to make a reservation, choose a table next to the train if you can!

Bida Manda

Hip, modern hideaway for Laotian fare & exotic cocktails in a slick, yet woodsy looking space.

Brewery Bhavana - Downtown

Stylish Chinese restaurant for craft beer and dim sum, plus features books and flowers for sale.

Colletta

Family-style Italian restaurant serving housemade pastas, pizzas, and antipasti, plus wine, and cocktails.

Trophy Brewing & Pizza

Amazing food and craft beer! We had our engagement party here. David loves Trophy Husband!