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Things to See and Do
History Indulge in the area’ s rich history by visiting the 19th-century homes in several prominent neighborhoods or tour the Governor’ s Executive Mansion.
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Look no further than Greater Raleigh when you want to get down to business, yet make a seamless transition from work to play. With the fun, excitement and attractions of a great city combined with the approachability and appeal of classic southern towns, we have all the amenities you could ask for.
Excellent cosmopolitan offerings, mild climate, natural beauty, convenient, central and accessible location are all things you should expect to find in this“ can’ t miss” cultural and entertainment center of the Southeast. It’ s who we are and what we deliver.
Affordability
Home to more than 20 free attractions including the N. C. Museum of Art, N. C. Museum of History and the N. C. Museum of Natural Sciences, as well as numerous historic sites and outdoor activities.
Convenience
Location, location, location. Greater Raleigh is centrally located on the East Coast, halfway between Florida and New York. Also being centrally located in North Carolina makes it convenient for pre- and post-trips to the coast( two hours) or the Blue Ridge Mountains( three hours).
Heritage
Greater Raleigh is also rich with African-American heritage, with more than 50 historic and cultural sites including the African American Cultural Complex and two historically black universities dating from the 1860s.
Shopping Ranked as the third-best city in the U. S. for bargain shopping, Greater Raleigh is home to 11 major shopping areas featuring well-known retailers, trendy boutiques and outlet malls. Whether you’ re looking for a treasured antique or a handcrafted art masterpiece, you’ re sure to find it in Greater Raleigh.
Sports Cheer for Greater Raleigh’ s three professional sports teams: the 2006 Stanley Cup Champion Carolina Hurricanes( NHL), the Carolina Mudcats( Single-A Baseball), the Carolina RailHawks( professional soccer). If you want to be more than an armchair athlete, enjoy the outdoors at one of 18 public golf courses or explore the 150 + parks, gardens, lakes and greenways.
Visual Arts The North Carolina Museum of Art hosts world-renowned exhibitions and was recently bestowed the South’ s largest collection of Rodin sculptures. Art also abounds at numerous galleries and studios throughout Greater Raleigh and the Research Triangle Region.
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