Midtown Raleigh Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit
North Hills Shopping Center
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at North Hills Shopping Center during your stay in Raleigh. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
Village District
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Village District during your stay in Raleigh.
Duke University
Take a campus tour or just explore the area around Duke University, a top university in Durham. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's stunning cathedral.
North Carolina State University
Walk around the campus at North Carolina State University as part of your travels around Raleigh. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
Raleigh Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Raleigh Convention Center during your trip to Raleigh. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
Lenovo Center
Catch an event at Lenovo Center during your trip to Raleigh. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
Activities
Rust, Rebels & Ruins: Raleigh Ghost Tours
Raleigh North Carolina Scavenger Hunt Walking Tour and Game
Private Pedicab Tour of Downtown Raleigh
Guided Walking Historian Tour in Downtown Durham
Our pick of the best Midtown Raleigh Hotel Deals
Hilton Raleigh North Hills
"The front desk staff was welcoming and very helpful during our stay. We checked in and every question we had was answered throughly and with excellent service. Bliss was a pleasure."
Reviewed on 22 June 2026
Days Inn by Wyndham Raleigh Midtown
"This property needs an update. Looks like the last update was in the 1980’s. The a/c unit was so loud all night that it was almost impossible to sleep even with air plugs in. We booked a king size room but when we got there the only one available was a smoking room which was so disgusting - very ..."
Reviewed on 21 June 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Raleigh Crabtree Valley
"First time staying at this location on my visit to the Raleigh area! Had a great stay, the room was nice, and staff the same!"
Reviewed on 21 June 2026
Hyatt House Raleigh North Hills
"Great stay. Large rooms with kitchens. Good location with grocery store and restaurants outside your door."
Reviewed on 22 June 2026
Comfort Inn Raleigh Midtown
"This property was not as advertised and appeared to be in significant disrepair. Upon arrival, I noticed numerous posted warnings regarding fraud and theft, the pool was dirty and closed despite it being June, and the elevator was out of service. The overall condition of the property did not match ..."
Reviewed on 22 June 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Raleigh Downtown
"if you stay at this hotel, insure that you do not put your clothes on top of a worn out old upholstered sofa. Not a good experience"
Reviewed on 21 June 2026
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Our guide on where to stay in Midtown Raleigh
Downtown Raleigh
If you're spending some time in Downtown Raleigh, North Carolina Executive Mansion and Marbles Kids Museums are top sights worth seeing.
North Hills
North Hills is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by North Hills Shopping Center and Regal North Hills while in the area.
Southwest Raleigh
While visiting Southwest Raleigh, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Johnson and J.C. Raulston Arboretum.
Downtown Durham
If you're spending some time in Downtown Durham, Carolina Theatre and Durham Performing Arts Center are top sights worth seeing.
North Raleigh
While visiting North Raleigh, you might make a stop by sights like Lafayette Village and Durant Nature Preserve.
