Raleigh Travel Guide

The area dubbed the "Triangle" in the 1950s is outlined by the base cities of Raleigh, Durham and Chapel Hill, which comprise the points of a triangle when viewed on a map. Today, the Triangle spills over into an area far beyond the original three points, and has evolved into a place that is diverse, dynamic, and rich in cultural and recreational opportunities.

Downtown Raleigh/Inside the Beltline

Raleigh, the largest city in the Triangle, offers the most variety. The downtown region, a colorful and historically significant part of the city, has grown to become the center for cultural activities. The BTI Center for the Performing Arts is home to the renowned North Carolina Symphony and plays host to touring Broadway shows, opera and ballet.

The History Museum and Natural Sciences Museum are both free. Exploris, a children's museum centered around global awareness, is the first of its kind in the world.

Major historic sites include the State Capitol, Executive Mansion and Historic Oakwood....