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Raleigh-Durham Attractions and Landmarks

From the NCSU Memorial Bell Tower to Duke Chapel, the Raleigh-Durham area is full of unique landmarks. Raleigh-Durham also has attractions galore, including numerous museums, historic sites, and family-friendly venues.
NC State Fairgrounds
NC State Fairgrounds
UNC University of North Carolina - A Walking Tour of UNC Campus
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill was chartered by the North Carolina legislature in 1789, and is among the oldest college campuses in the nation. The campus is open to the public and Triangle residents take full advantage of its resources and beauty. It's wonderful place to enjoy a picnic, stroll through botanical gardens, spend hours browsing the millions of books in the campuses' vast libraries, and, last but not least, watch college athletics at their finest.
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Walking Tour of Durham's Ninth Street
Walking Tour of Durham's Ninth Street Native Threads Play House Toy Store
J.C. Raulston Arboretum Walking Tour
The eight acres or the J.C. Raulston Arboretum are absolutely packed with plants of all kinds, from the everyday to the exotic. At the J.C. Raulston Arboretum, it seems like there's always something in bloom, no matter what time of year it is, so even winter visitors will be treated to a stunning floral show.
Five Best Places to Go With Kids in the Raleigh-Durham Area
The Raleigh-Durham area has so many family-friendly attractions to choose from that it can be difficult for parents to decide where to spend their precious family outing time. In order to help make the decision a little bit easier, I've compiled a which includes five of the most educational, entertaining and unique family attractions in the Raleigh-Durham area.
NCSU Memorial Tower
The NCSU Memorial Tower, also known as The Belltower, is the NC State campus's most recognizable landmark.
Raleigh Farmer's Market
Find out what's in season at the Raleigh Farmer's Market, one of the best places in the Triangle to get fresh, locally-grown produce.
Duke Homestead State Historic Site
The Duke Homestead State Historic Site in Durham is home to the Duke Homestead Tobacco Museum and is a great place to learn about the history of "The Golden Leaf" in North Carolina and to get an idea of what life in Durham was like during the 19th century.

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