Quick Summary:

  • What is Raleigh, North Carolina known for?
    • Raleigh is North Carolina’s capital city and a great home base from which to explore the rest of the state on vacation.
  • What cultural attractions can visitors find in Raleigh?
    • The southern metropolis is home to a diverse cultural community, as well as music, sports, and art festivals, and a rich history.
  • Is Raleigh a good starting point for exploring North Carolina?
  • What are some popular day trips from Raleigh?
    • Take a drive to the beaches of the Outer Banks, explore the peaks of the Sauratown Mountains, or enjoy the North Carolina wine country to the northwest.


1. Mayberry - Mount Airy ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Mayberry - Mount Airy | Day Trips from Raleigh, North Carolina
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2. New Bern ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

New Bern | Day Trips from Raleigh, North Carolina
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3. Outer Banks

Outer Banks | Day Trips from Raleigh, North Carolina
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4. Asheboro

Asheboro | Day Trips from Raleigh, North Carolina
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5. Bennett Place State Historic Site

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Bennett Place State Historic Site | Day Trips from Raleigh, North Carolina
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6. Blue Ridge Parkway

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Blue Ridge Parkway | Day Trips from Raleigh, North Carolina
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7. Cape Hatteras

Cape Hatteras | Day Trips from Raleigh, North Carolina
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8. Carolina Tiger Rescue

Carolina Tiger Rescue | Day Trips from Raleigh, North Carolina
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9. Chapel Hill

Chapel Hill | Day Trips from Raleigh, North Carolina
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10. Chimney Rock State Park

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Chimney Rock State Park | Day Trips from Raleigh, North Carolina
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11. Durham

Durham | Day Trips from Raleigh, North Carolina
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12. Eno River State Park

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Eno River State Park | Day Trips from Raleigh, North Carolina
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13. Grandfather Mountain

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Grandfather Mountain | Day Trips from Raleigh, North Carolina
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14. Greensboro

Greensboro | Day Trips from Raleigh, North Carolina
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15. Hanging Rock State Park

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Hanging Rock State Park | Day Trips from Raleigh, North Carolina
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16. Linville Gorge and Falls

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Linville Gorge and Falls | Day Trips from Raleigh, North Carolina
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17. North Carolina Botanical Garden

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North Carolina Botanical Garden | Day Trips from Raleigh, North Carolina
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18. Old Salem Museum and Gardens

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Old Salem Museum and Gardens | Day Trips from Raleigh, North Carolina
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19. Pilot Mountain

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Pilot Mountain | Day Trips from Raleigh, North Carolina
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20. Pittsboro

Pittsboro | Day Trips from Raleigh, North Carolina
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21. Smithfield

Smithfield | Day Trips from Raleigh, North Carolina
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22. The Biltmore Estate

The Biltmore Estate | Day Trips from Raleigh, North Carolina
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23. Virginia International Raceway

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Virginia International Raceway | Day Trips from Raleigh, North Carolina
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24. Wilmington

Wilmington | Day Trips from Raleigh, North Carolina
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25. Yadkin Valley

Yadkin Valley | Day Trips from Raleigh, North Carolina
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