Southwest Raleigh Travel Guide

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Stay near popular Southwest Raleigh attractions

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North Carolina State University

8.8/10 (2,091 reviews)
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.
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Things to do

Downtown Cary Historic Tour

Downtown Cary Historian-Guided Tour

Rp339.340
per adult
Downtown Cary Historian-Guided Tour
The Original Raleigh Ghost Walk

The Original Raleigh Ghost Walk

Rp375.039
per adult
The Original Raleigh Ghost Walk
Raleigh North Carolina Scavenger Hunt Walking Tour and Game

Raleigh North Carolina Scavenger Hunt Walking Tour and Game

Rp875.091
per adult
Raleigh North Carolina Scavenger Hunt Walking Tour and Game
Raleigh Express 1 Hour Rydables Tour

Raleigh Express 1 Hour Rydables Tour

Rp1.232.271
per adult
Raleigh Express 1 Hour Rydables Tour
Private Pedicab Tour of Downtown Raleigh

Private Pedicab Tour of Downtown Raleigh

Rp2.321.670
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Private Pedicab Tour of Downtown Raleigh
Tour of Downtown Raleigh on a Rickshaw, with Triangle Cycle Tours

Tour of Downtown Raleigh on a Rickshaw, with Triangle Cycle Tours

Rp2.143.080
per traveller
Tour of Downtown Raleigh on a Rickshaw, with Triangle Cycle Tours
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Top hotels in Southwest Raleigh

Ramada by Wyndham Raleigh

Ramada by Wyndham Raleigh

2 out of 5
1520 Blue Ridge Rd Raleigh NC
The price is Rp1.438.836 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
Rp1.438.836
Rp1.629.481 total
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Raleigh. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,472 reviews)
"Fantastic position for what we needed."

Reviewed on 26 Jul 2026

Ramada by Wyndham Raleigh
Hyatt Place Raleigh/Cary

Hyatt Place Raleigh/Cary

3 out of 5
710 Corporate Center Drive Raleigh NC
The price is Rp2.119.634 per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
Rp2.119.634
Rp2.400.486 total
18 Aug - 19 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Raleigh. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,486 reviews)
"Good size room and getting ready area!"

Reviewed on 26 Jul 2026

Hyatt Place Raleigh/Cary
The StateView Hotel, Autograph Collection

The StateView Hotel, Autograph Collection

4 out of 5
2451 Alumni Drive Raleigh NC
The price is Rp2.640.561 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
Rp2.640.561
Rp2.990.434 total
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Raleigh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
The StateView Hotel, Autograph Collection
Holiday Inn Express And Suites Raleigh West Lenovo Center by IHG

Holiday Inn Express And Suites Raleigh West Lenovo Center by IHG

3 out of 5
6115 Corporate Ridge Road Raleigh NC
The price is Rp1.726.783 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
Rp1.726.783
Rp1.955.581 total
16 Aug - 17 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Raleigh. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (175 reviews)
"First off my booked room wasn’t available. Second th"

Reviewed on 25 Jul 2026

Holiday Inn Express And Suites Raleigh West Lenovo Center by IHG
Home2 Suites by Hilton Raleigh West Lenovo Center

Home2 Suites by Hilton Raleigh West Lenovo Center

3 out of 5
6825 Chapel Hill Road Raleigh NC
The price is Rp2.032.693 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
Rp2.032.693
Rp2.302.025 total
16 Aug - 17 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Raleigh. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
Home2 Suites by Hilton Raleigh West Lenovo Center
The Casso, Raleigh, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

The Casso, Raleigh, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

3.5 out of 5
603 W Morgan St. Raleigh NC
The price is Rp3.038.441 per night from 1 Aug to 2 Aug
Rp3.038.441
Rp3.441.035 total
1 Aug - 2 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Raleigh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
The Casso, Raleigh, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
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Where to stay in Southwest Raleigh

Find the best Southwest Raleigh areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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Downtown Raleigh

If you're spending some time in Downtown Raleigh, Marbles Kids Museums and North Carolina State Capitol are top sights worth seeing.

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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.

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Photo by Phil Vignola Jr.
Open Photo by Phil Vignola Jr.

Downtown Durham

If you're spending some time in Downtown Durham, Carolina Theatre and Durham Performing Arts Center are top sights worth seeing.

Midtown Raleigh

While visiting Midtown Raleigh, you might make a stop by sights like North Hills Shopping Center and Village District.

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Southeast Raleigh

If you're spending some time in Southeast Raleigh, Coastal Credit Union Music Park at Walnut Creek and Neuse River Trail are top sights worth seeing.

Southwest Raleigh Travel Guide