Southwest Raleigh

Raleigh

This is an awesome little used book store that's been around forever. You can trade in books for store credit and "pennies are more work than they're worth." Great little place! They usual have the book I'm looking for too.
This is an awesome little used book store that's been around forever. You can trade in books for store credit and "pennies are more work than they're worth." Great little place! They usual have the book I'm looking for too.
There's a beautiful view of this lake from the top of James B. Hunt Library on Centennial Campus. They allow fishing on this lake too
I finally got a DSLR camera and got this shot after a rainy day at Yates Mill. This is actually a small groove between some rocks at the mill, but the picture makes it look a little more spectacular. I'll take tips from any of you pros out there!
After heavy rains in the area I hoped for more water coming over the wall but nope. Anyway I decided to try and be different, not shoot the same scene as everyone else. Here it is!!!

Popular places to visit

0_65015416

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.

North Carolina State University
Fun & Rides

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.

North Carolina State Fairgrounds
Not many flowers on the beach - had a bad winter I guess

Lenovo Center

Catch an event at Lenovo Center during your trip to Raleigh. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

Lenovo Center
Japanese Garden

J.C. Raulston Arboretum

Explore the great outdoors at J.C. Raulston Arboretum, a lovely green space in Raleigh. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

J.C. Raulston Arboretum
Spent a beautiful fall day at Lake Johnson in Raleigh, North Carolina.

Lake Johnson

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Johnson during your travels in Raleigh. Stroll along the riverfront or attend a sporting event in the area.

Lake Johnson
durham north carolina

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.

Duke University

Things to do

Carolina Hurricanes Ice Hockey Game at PNC Arena

Carolina Hurricanes Ice Hockey Game at PNC Arena

RM241
per adult
Carolina Hurricanes Ice Hockey Game at PNC Arena
Raleigh North Carolina Scavenger Hunt Walking Tour and Game

Raleigh North Carolina Scavenger Hunt Walking Tour and Game

RM199
per adult
Raleigh North Carolina Scavenger Hunt Walking Tour and Game
Raleigh Ghost and Urban Legend Tour

The Original Raleigh Ghost Walk

RM85
per adult
The Original Raleigh Ghost Walk
Salem Puzzling Adventure

Raleigh Puzzling Adventure

RM142
per traveller
Raleigh Puzzling Adventure
Downtown Durham Historian-Guided Walking Tour

Downtown Durham Historian-Guided Walking Tour

RM77
per adult
Downtown Durham Historian-Guided Walking Tour
Guided Walking Historian Tour in Downtown Durham

Guided Walking Historian Tour in Downtown Durham

RM77
per adult
Guided Walking Historian Tour in Downtown Durham
See all activities in Raleigh

Top hotels in Southwest Raleigh

Ramada by Wyndham Raleigh

Ramada by Wyndham Raleigh

2 out of 5
1520 Blue Ridge Rd Raleigh NC
The price is RM435 per night from 18 Jan to 19 Jan
RM435
RM492 total
18 Jan - 19 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Raleigh. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,362 reviews)
room was comfortable. Heat was a bit strange. Breakfast could use some gluten free options, maybe some turkey sausage. Location was very convenient for Lenovo center, as long as you enjoy a decent walk.

Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026

Ramada by Wyndham Raleigh
Hyatt Place Raleigh/Cary

Hyatt Place Raleigh/Cary

3 out of 5
710 Corporate Center Drive Raleigh NC
The price is RM446 per night from 8 Feb to 9 Feb
RM446
RM506 total
8 Feb - 9 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Raleigh. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,380 reviews)
The room was clean and staff courteous and helpful. I have always enjoyed staying at a Hyatt.

Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026

Hyatt Place Raleigh/Cary
The StateView Hotel, Autograph Collection

The StateView Hotel, Autograph Collection

4 out of 5
2451 Alumni Drive Raleigh NC
The price is RM617 per night from 18 Jan to 19 Jan
RM617
RM699 total
18 Jan - 19 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Raleigh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
Excellent stay in all areas !

Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026

The StateView Hotel, Autograph Collection
The Casso, Raleigh, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

The Casso, Raleigh, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

3.5 out of 5
603 W Morgan St. Raleigh NC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is RM687 per night from 23 Jan to 24 Jan
RM687
RM778 total
23 Jan - 24 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Raleigh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (511 reviews)
The Casso is amazing. Mostly because of Oleg Sharif and Kayley. They took excellent care of us . We had the most wonderful Christmas. Loved it there.

Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025

The Casso, Raleigh, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Raleigh Downtown North

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Raleigh Downtown North

3 out of 5
2610 Westinghouse Blvd Raleigh NC
The price is RM362 per night from 19 Jan to 20 Jan
RM362
RM410 total
19 Jan - 20 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Raleigh. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,182 reviews)
Great place to stay!

Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Raleigh Downtown North
Hilton Raleigh North Hills

Hilton Raleigh North Hills

3.5 out of 5
3415 Wake Forest Rd Raleigh NC
The price is RM463 per night from 18 Jan to 19 Jan
RM463
RM524 total
18 Jan - 19 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Raleigh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free local area shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,429 reviews)
The customer service I receive when check in

Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026

Hilton Raleigh North Hills
See all 2,545 properties in Southwest Raleigh
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighbourhoods around Southwest Raleigh

There are lots of little restaurants on Hillsborough St. by NC State University. This is a good little Indian place. They're prices are a little cheaper than other Indian restaurants in the area, but the food is still good!

University Park

If you're spending some time in University Park, Raleigh Little Theater and Raleigh Rose Garden are top sights worth seeing.

University Park
Trolley Pub Raleigh, it's always a fun time with a few friends, rain or shine!

Warehouse District

If you're spending some time in Warehouse District, CAM Raleigh and Boylan Bridge are top sights worth seeing.

Warehouse District
This is a really unique bar that just opened down town. You can poor yourself as much beer as you want of each beer and you pay by the ounce. They're constantly changing the taps out too. They have a pretty good sized menu, but the food isn't spectacular.

Glenwood South

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Glenwood South and surrounding area, you can visit North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences and North Carolina Museum of History.

Glenwood South
Default Image

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.

Five Points
View of downtown Raleigh, North Carolina with blue sky background.

Downtown Raleigh

If you're spending some time in Downtown Raleigh, North Carolina Executive Mansion and Marbles Kids Museums are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown Raleigh
Default Image

Historic Oakwood

The restaurants and shopping are just a few features travellers like about Historic Oakwood. If you want to do some sightseeing nearby, North Carolina Executive Mansion and Marbles Kids Museums are a few top places to visit.

Historic Oakwood

Southwest Raleigh