West Raleigh Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
Lenovo Center
Catch an event at Lenovo Center during your trip to Raleigh. You can attend a sporting event while in the 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.
University of North Carolina
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of University of North Carolina during your travels in Chapel Hill. Experience the area's entertainment choices or attend a sporting event.
Things to do
Chapel Hill Historic Churches History and Architecture Tour
Traditional Pasta Making at a Local Craft Beer Bar in Raleigh
Downtown Durham Historian-Guided Walking Tour
Guided Walking Historian Tour in Downtown Durham
Top hotels in West Raleigh
Sonesta Select Raleigh Durham Airport Morrisville
Great service.
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Hilton Raleigh North Hills
My stay was so peaceful, solo birthday. Clean,relaxing. When I come to town will be my go to!
Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Raleigh Downtown North
Welcoming, Professional, and Courteous
Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026
Comfort Inn Raleigh Midtown
Wonderful stay!!
Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026
The Umstead Hotel and Spa
The staff. Abdel went out of his way to get my sister extra chocolate for her birthday and found more of the delicious herbal tea for me. Our waitress during brunch was attentive without being intrusive. The food was fantastic. Cory gave me the best deep tissue massage that I have ever had, and tips ...
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Raleigh Crabtree
We loved the hotel it is beautiful and for a winter stay the indoor pool was great. The staff was nice . The room was comfortable and cleaned. We had a good time there.
Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around West Raleigh
University Park
If you're spending some time in University Park, Raleigh Little Theater and Raleigh Rose Garden are top sights worth seeing.
Glenwood South
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Glenwood South and surrounding area, you can visit North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences and North Carolina State Capitol.
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.
Southwest Raleigh
While visiting Southwest Raleigh, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Johnson and J.C. Raulston Arboretum.
Warehouse District
If you're spending some time in Warehouse District, CAM Raleigh and Boylan Bridge are top sights worth seeing.
Midtown Raleigh
While visiting Midtown Raleigh, you might make a stop by sights like Lassiter Mill Historic Park and North Hills Shopping Center.
