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Raleigh, North Carolina’s capital, emerges as the intellectual, cultural, culinary and innovation hub of the state. With nonstop flights from more than 60 cities around the globe, and easy accessibility to the state’s beaches and mountains, Raleigh embraces diverse groups and activities in a vibrant city center. Visitors are greeted with genuine Southern hospitality and kindness, finding elevated experiences and hidden gems at every turn.
Known as the “City of Oaks,” for its plentiful tree-lined streets, squares, parks and forests, Raleigh is home to award-winning restaurants, arts, cultural attractions, sports and live music. Recently hailed as one of North America’s Under-the-Radar Foodie Destinations, Raleigh’s food scene is dominated by innovative chefs utilizing locally grown, farm-fresh ingredients. From food halls to fine dining, Raleigh’s tables are overflowing with flavorful global eats and, of course, traditional North Carolina whole-hog BBQ.
A dynamic mix of live music and eclectic festivals (Pimento Cheese Festival anyone?) keeps the region lively year-round. The area is also home to several free Smithsonian-affiliated museums, including the North Carolina Museum of Art, which houses over 5,000 pieces and artifacts and the Southeast’s most extensive collection of works by Rodin, and the North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences, home to the famed Dueling Dinosaurs open-air paleontology lab. Founded in 1792, history buffs will love exploring this capital city’s cultural narrative with State Capitol tours and African American heritage attractions.
Experience a harmonious blend of urban sophistication, natural splendor and temperate weather year-round as you walk or bike throughout Raleigh and its neighboring towns. Raleigh’s greenway system spans more than 180 miles, providing walking, jogging, biking and hiking trails that connect hundreds of parks throughout the area.
A mosaic of 12 cities and towns welcomes visitors of all ages, backgrounds and abilities with a vibrant energy and unique offering for every style of visitor. From mouthwatering food to soul-stirring music, to scenic parks and captivating culture, Raleigh, N.C., caters to both the seeker of the extraordinary and the connoisseur of the unconventional. With an approachable and laid-back vibe and experiences that won’t break the bank, come see for yourself why “Y’all means all” here in Raleigh!
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