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  • Our editors recommend these diverse local experiences.

1. North Carolina Museum of Art ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Category: Museums & Culture

2. North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Category: Kids & Family
North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences
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3. North Carolina Museum of History

Category: Museums & Culture
North Carolina Museum of History
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4. Taste Carolina Gourmet Food Tours

Tours
Taste Carolina Gourmet Food Tours
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5. Joel Lane Museum House

Category: Museums & Culture

6. Stanbury

7. Videri Chocolate Factory Tours

Tours
Videri Chocolate Factory Tours
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8. JC Raulston Arboretum

Category: Activities
JC Raulston Arboretum
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9. Sassool

10. Raleigh Farmers Market

Category: Shopping
Raleigh Farmers Market
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11. Tazza Kitchen Cameron Village

Category: Food & Drink
Tazza Kitchen Cameron Village
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12. CAM Raleigh

13. Morgan Street Food Hall

14. Go Ape Treetop Adventure

Tours
Go Ape Treetop Adventure
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15. Pullen Park

Category: Activities
Pullen Park
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16. Klaystation

17. The Green Light

The Green Light
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18. King's Bowl

Category: Entertainment
King's Bowl
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19. Second Empire

20. Mordecai Historic Park

Category: Activities
Mordecai Historic Park
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21. Umstead State Park

Category: Activities
Umstead State Park
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22. Historic Yates Mill County Park

Category: Activities
Historic Yates Mill County Park
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23. Neuse River Trail

Category: Activities
Neuse River Trail
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24. Frankie’s Fun Park

Category: Activities
Frankie’s Fun Park
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25. North Carolina State Capitol

North Carolina State Capitol
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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

  • Q: What can visitors do in Raleigh?
  • A: Visitors can explore the city's parks, visit diverse museums, dine at great restaurants, and go on unique family adventures during their weekend trip to Raleigh.
  • Q: What attractions are there for art lovers in Raleigh?
  • A: Art lovers can spend a morning at the North Carolina Museum of Art, which houses works of art from around the world.
  • Q: What other activities can visitors enjoy in Raleigh?
  • A: Other fun things to do in Raleigh include food tours, pottery classes, and chocolate factory tours.

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