Visit Northwest Raleigh
Popular places to visit
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 of North Carolina State University, a top university in Raleigh. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
Lenovo Center
Catch an event at Lenovo Center during your trip to Raleigh. You can attend a sporting event while in the 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.
North Carolina State Fairgrounds
Enjoy an outing to North Carolina State Fairgrounds during your stay in Raleigh. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
Crabtree Valley Mall
You can search for that perfect souvenir at Crabtree Valley Mall during your stay in Raleigh. Attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
Things to do
Raleigh North Carolina Scavenger Hunt Walking Tour and Game
Raleigh Downtown: Historic Walking Tours
Tour of Downtown Raleigh on a Rickshaw, with Triangle Cycle Tours
Raleigh Historian-Guided Downtown Walking Tour
Top hotels in Northwest Raleigh
Embassy Suites by Hilton Raleigh Crabtree
Reviewed on 17 Jul, 2025
Homewood Suites by Hilton Raleigh - Crabtree Valley
Reviewed on 14 Jul, 2025
Suburban Studios Raleigh - Crabtree Valley
Reviewed on 19 Jul, 2025
Best Western Plus Raleigh Crabtree Valley Hotel
Reviewed on 18 Jul, 2025
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Raleigh Durham Intl AP
Reviewed on 18 Jul, 2025
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Raleigh Downtown North
Reviewed on 21 Jul, 2025
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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.
North Raleigh
While visiting North Raleigh, you might make a stop by sights like Durant Nature Preserve and Shelley Lake Park.
North Hills
North Hills is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by North Hills Shopping Center and Lassiter Mill Historic Park 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.
Southwest Raleigh
While visiting Southwest Raleigh, you might make a stop by sights like J.C. Raulston Arboretum and J.S. Dorton Arena.