Northwest Raleigh Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
North Carolina Museum of Art
You can spend time studying the exhibits at North Carolina Museum of Art in Raleigh. Experience the area's fascinating museums or attend a sporting event.
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 at North Carolina State University as part of your travels around Raleigh. You can attend a sporting event while in the 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.
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.
Lenovo Center
Catch an event at Lenovo Center during your trip to Raleigh. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
Things to do
Raleigh Historian-Guided Downtown Walking Tour
Historic Oakwood: History & Architecture Tour
Raleigh Downtown Smartphone Guided GPS App Walking Tour
Raleigh North Carolina Scavenger Hunt Walking Tour and Game
Top hotels in Northwest Raleigh
Embassy Suites by Hilton Raleigh Crabtree
Breakfast was amazing, room very clean, pleasant staff.
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Raleigh Marriott Crabtree Valley
Everything was smooth and clean
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Suburban Studios Raleigh - Crabtree Valley
For the price point, has everything you need! Only complaint is room smelled of smoke. Stayed here a few months ago in different area of hotel and had same issue. Other than that, staff is very helpful and room has all basic amenities, overall clean.
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
Best Western Plus Raleigh Crabtree Valley Hotel
The stay was ok, but nothing exceptional. And not worth the amount we paid. There was coffee but no coffee maker. Would stay again if necessary, but not for the price if avoidable.
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Candlewood Suites Raleigh Crabtree by IHG
kitchen well stocked
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Hilton Raleigh North Hills
Booked a room a week prior to arrival, Showed up only to find out they had over booked themselves and refused me a room. If you aren’t sophisticated enough now to manage in house bookings in addition to 2nd/3rd party platforms then remove your hotel from the additional platforms. After 30 min of ...
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Northwest Raleigh
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.
Midtown Raleigh
While visiting Midtown Raleigh, you might make a stop by sights like North Hills Shopping Center and Village District.
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.
Five Points
While Five Points isn't home to many top sights, Village District and North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences are some notable places to visit nearby.
North Raleigh
While visiting North Raleigh, you might make a stop by sights like Lafayette Village and Durant Nature Preserve.
Southwest Raleigh
While visiting Southwest Raleigh, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Johnson and J.C. Raulston Arboretum.
