Northwest Raleigh Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Northwest Raleigh
Popular places to visit
North Carolina Museum of Art
You can spend time studying the exhibits at North Carolina Museum of Art in Raleigh. Experience the area's fascinating museums or attend a sporting event.
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.
University of North Carolina
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of University of North Carolina during your travels in Chapel Hill. Experience the area's entertainment choices or attend a sporting event.
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
Guided Walking Historian Tour in Downtown Durham
Our pick of the best Northwest Raleigh Hotel Deals
Embassy Suites by Hilton Raleigh Crabtree
Hotel rooms are old, stained furniture/sofa pillows. First room I was given (on the 9/ top - deluxe floor) had a loud buzzing vibration sound that made the room inhabitable. The issue was the a/c unit on the roof. Moved to 7th floor- the second night at the hotel the a/c in the room stopped working. ...
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
Best Western Plus Raleigh Crabtree Valley Hotel
Room was very clean and comfortable. Staff were professional and very welcoming upon arrival. My only problem at location was the $300 charge for a meeting space, for four people to meet for an hour. I felt this was not acceptable, especially as a guest of hotel. In my travels most hotels have business ...
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
Raleigh Marriott Crabtree Valley
Although most of our stay was pleasant, it only takes one person to ruin an otherwise good experience. A couple of small things stood out when we arrived. When I went to use the gym, there was no hand cleaner available. I mentioned it to the person at the front desk, but it didn’t seem to concern ...
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Candlewood Suites Raleigh Crabtree by IHG
Upon arrival the guest service was superb. They were fast, friendly and informative. My room was clean, very spacious and comfortable. I was actually surprised at the standard fridge and all of the cabinet space.. not to mention the two burners. The bathroom is stocked with Dove products!! The bed ...
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
Suburban Studios Raleigh - Crabtree Valley
Three pillows whiles in the bedsheets & stains on the sheets & comforter. Blinds broke door barely closed because of damages. Sink in bathroom had burn marks all over. Bathroom door had baseball size whole through it. Fake nails on the bathroom floor. People walking by all night long music blaring ...
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Raleigh-Durham Airport, NC
Room Very dirty Breakfast not appealing
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Northwest Raleigh
Crabtree Valley
You'll love the popular shops in Crabtree Valley, and you might want to stick around to check out Crabtree Valley Mall, a top place to visit.
Midtown Raleigh
While visiting Midtown Raleigh, you might make a stop by sights like North Hills Shopping Center and Village District.
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.
University Park
If you're spending some time in University Park, Raleigh Little Theater and Raleigh Rose Garden are top sights worth seeing.
Five Points
While Five Points isn't home to many top sights, Village District and North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences are some notable places to visit nearby.
North Raleigh
While visiting North Raleigh, you might make a stop by sights like Durant Nature Preserve and Lafayette Village.
