Things to Do with Kids in Raleigh, NC

  • TripBuzz found 132 things to do with kids in or near Raleigh, North Carolina, including 106 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Durham, Wake Forest, Chapel Hill and Cary.
  • From Marbles Kids Museum to Lake Johnson Park, the Raleigh area offers 56 different types of family activities, including: Movie Theaters, Amusement Parks (All Ages), Sports Stadiums (Professional) and Theaters.
  • The capital of the state of North Carolina, Raleigh is home to North Carolina State University. A fast-growing community, the city has a vibrant downtown area with numerous corporate offices, hotels and shopping districts. Additionally, with several arts and cultural attractions, the city contains a natural science museum, children's museum and performing arts center. Other schools in the area include Shaw University and St. Augustine's College.
  • TripBuzz found 132 things to do with kids in or near Raleigh, North Carolina, including 106 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Durham, Wake Forest, Chapel Hill and Cary.
  • From Marbles Kids Museum to Lake Johnson Park, the Raleigh area offers 56 different types of family activities, including: Movie Theaters, Amusement Parks (All Ages), Sports Stadiums (Professional) and Theaters.
  • The capital of the state of North Carolina, Raleigh is home to North Carolina State University. A fast-growing community, the city has a vibrant downtown area with numerous corporate offices, hotels and shopping districts. Additionally, with several arts and cultural attractions, the city contains a natural science museum, children's museum and performing arts center. Other schools in the area include Shaw University and St. Augustine's College.
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Guasaca Raleigh 4025 Lake Boone Trl., Suite 107, Raleigh, NC MoreLess Info
Rice bowls, salads, avocado guasaca sauce, and grilled arepas stuffed with ingredients such as tilapia, shredded beef, and baked plantains
21.4 Miles
38% 13 votes
Bowling 6118 Farrington Road, Chapel Hill, NC 27516 MoreLess Info
A traditional bowling facility, Mardi Gras Bowling Center features 24 lanes for open and league bowling. The center provides flat-screen televisions, arcade game machines, an air hockey table, party facilities and a cafe with food and beverages.
21.5 Miles
79% 19 votes
Lake 280 State Park Road, Apex, NC 27523 MoreLess Info
Featuring nearly 14,000 acres of water, Jordan Lake State Recreation Area provides water access for fishing, swimming and boating. The park also offers children's playgrounds, hiking trails, campgrounds, sheltered picnic areas and barbecue grills.
21.9 Miles
70% 10 votes
Dog Park 400 W Lavender Avenue, Durham, NC 27704 MoreLess Info
Two enclosed areas make Northgate Dog Park suitable for all sizes and ages of dog. Amenities of the park include water fountains for the pups, bags for dog waste, benches, and a kiosk.
22.0 Miles
95% 384 votes
Colleges & Universities Durham, NC MoreLess Info
Duke University is one of the largest and most respected universities in the United States. It has over 13,000 students and a legendary sports program. Duke's beautiful campus is open to visitors throughout the year.
22.5 Miles
25% 20 votes
Movie Theaters 1058 W Club Blvd, Durham, NC 27701 MoreLess Info
A ten-screen movie theater, Northgate Stadium 10 Theatre displays first-run feature films using digital projection and sound. The theater offers 3D movies, stadium seating, arcade games, event hosting and a snack bar with food and drinks.
22.6 Miles
98% 1485 votes
Gardens 426 Anderson Street, Durham, NC 27708 MoreLess Info
Spanning 55 acres, Duke University's Sarah P. Duke Gardens are the aesthetic heart of the institution. The beautifully manicured gardens are always open and free to all visitors. Donations are gratefully accepted.
22.6 Miles
96% 705 votes
Science Museums 433 Murray Avenue, Durham, NC 27704 MoreLess Info
Based in Durham, North Carolina, the Museum of Life + Science has one of the largest butterfly gardens in the United States. It also features indoor exchibits, live animals and hands-on stations for children and adults.
22.6 Miles
81% 36 votes
Sports Stadiums (Professional) 290 Frank Bassett Road, Durham, NC 27708 MoreLess Info
On the campus of Duke University, Wallace Wade Stadium hosts all at home football games. The facility is able to accommodate over 30,000 fans and offers an array of concessions for added game day enjoyment.
22.7 Miles
95% 197 votes
Sports Stadiums (Professional) 301 Whitford Drive, Durham, NC MoreLess Info
Cameron Indoor Stadium is the home of the Duke Blue Devils men's and women's basketball teams, two of the most successful programs in college sports. The location is known for its small size and limited capacity, which leads to excessive crowd noise on game day.
22.8 Miles
78% 37 votes
Golf 3001 Cameron Blvd, Durham, NC 27705 MoreLess Info
Open to the public, Duke University Golf Course features well-manicured greens in a natural setting. Its eighteen holes provide a challenge for skilled golfers but is also ideal for the golfer who is still learning.
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