North Carolina’s capital, Raleigh, is known for its many attractions, universities and a fascinating Greek Revival-style 19th-century capitol. The city’s North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences is a fascinating museum of North Carolina’s plants, animals, and geology, with live animals and 3D movies. Pullen Park is a popular amusement park with a mini train, a carousel, paddle boats, and a playground. The North Carolina Museum of History tells the story of the history of North Carolina, while the Marbles Kids Museum has interactive hands-on activities and displays for the kids of all ages. Yates Mill is a wonderful restored 1756 mill located in Historic Yates Mill County Park. Frankie's Fun Park is kids’ heaven with bumper boats, laser tag, go-carts, arcade games, batting cages, and flight simulators.

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