North Carolina Museum of Art

“Perfect for all ages, the North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences is great for the solo traveler or a family outing. From dinosaurs to deer, insects, and gems, this place has it all. Explore and learn about creatures large and small, grab a snack from the cafe, or take a trip through the butterfly room. Whether you're looking to spend one hour or a whole afternoon, this is a must-see!”

“The perfect stop downtown for the history buff amongst you. Honestly, there are normally some pretty cool traveling exhibits at this museum on a regular basis. ”

“Beautifull park, kids friendly with train ride, old restored carousel and little boat rides ... many different playgrounds to choose from. You can rent a pedal boat or just take a walk along walk around the beautiful manicured grounds. There is a cafe on site for lunch, snacks or ice cream or you can pack your own picnic basket. Downtown Raleigh and downtown farmers market is just a few minutes away to explore or stock on your fresh veggies and flowers ....”

“Largest enclosed mall in the Research Triangle area. Crabtree Valley contains over 140 stores and is anchored by Belk and Macy's.”

“Close to NC-States's campus and Hillsborough Street, Cameron Village has something to offer everyone. Plenty of boutiques, shops, and restaurants will make spending a day here effortless! Whether you're looking for a great brunch spot, a late-night beer, somewhere to get groceries, the perfect outfit to wear out on the town, or a coffee shop to hunker down in, Cameron Village has something for you. Oh, and let's not forget about that 2-story Chick-Fil-A.”