Things To Do
North Carolina Museum of Art
Take a stroll around the Museum of Art where Zack got down on one knee! Or go on a free tour to see Raleigh’s free art exhibit.
North Carolina Museums
Check out one of North Carolina's free museums; of Natural Science or History
William B Umstead State Park Road
Explore the State Park's large trail system minutes away from downtown Raleigh. These trails are all gravel or trails in the woods. If looking for something paved, check out one of the many Greenways in the area with parking lots all around Raleigh. You could even rent a bike and ride for miles; it wraps around Raleigh!
Cider & Brewery Tour
Take a lap around our favorite ciders & breweries at Raleigh Iron Works! We love East Bower Cidery, Ponysaurus Brewing, and stop at Lynwood Brewing Concern (where we had our first date!!)
Durham Bulls Game or Night in Durham
Head to Bull City for a minor league baseball game! The food scene in Durham is unmatched. No matter what you’re feeling they have something for you. Try Juju, Alley 26, Mother and Son, La Mala, The Durham food Hall and more. Get some great drinks at either Velvet Hippo, King Fisher, Bar Virgile, or Corpse Survivor. Brews at Clouds Brewing, Hi-Wire Brewing, Fullsteam, Motorco, or Bull City Ciderworks.
Jaguar Bolera - Raleigh
Rain or shine enjoy a self service tap bar with duck pin bowling! Check out the whole Raleigh Iron Works while you’re there!
Pin Point Indoor Pickleball & Golf
Hit up Pin Point for some in for pickleball or golf
Sports Entertainment- Driving Range
EATertainment anyone? hit some golf balls and get noms at the same time at Drive shack in Raleigh or TopGolf in Durham
Transfer Co. Food Hall
Another great food hall in the area. Our favorite is going in the morning for breakfast sandwiches and lattes at Benchwarmers!
Morgan Street Food Hall
An amazing food hall with so many options! My favorite is the Katsu fried chicken sandwich or the gyro place.
Restaurants for Lunch or Dinner
Check out some of our favorite Lunch/dinner locations in the Raleigh area; - Madre - Wye Hill Kitchen and Brewing - La Terrazza - Flour and Barrel - Tamasha - Stir - Press - The RH rooftop - Mulino Italian Kitchen - Birdie Barroom - The Brass Tap - Beasley’s Chicken and Waffles - Jolie
Cocktails in Raleigh
Grab a cocktail at: - Watts and Ward - Bittersweet - Dram and Draught - Botanical Lounge - Clockwork - Killjoy - Barcelona Wine Bar - The Willard Rooftop - Stir - Level 7 - High Rail
Fenton
Check out this cute spot for drinks, food, shopping or even a movie!
North Hills
Another great place with so many food and shopping opportunities
Coffee and Breakfast Spots
- Sonder - Sir Walter - Press - Big Ed’s - 42 Lawrence - Morning times