Raleigh Guided Tour
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Experience Highlights
Discover the history of Raleigh from a local historian on this one-hour walking tour of downtown Raleigh. This guided tour offers a unique perspective on the past of North Carolina's capital city, combining architecture, local anecdotes and little-known historical facts.
During the tour you will walk through the main streets of downtown, admiring everything from colonial homes to 20th century Italianate mansions. Your guide, with experience in museums and cultural institutions, will provide context and stories that will transform your walk into a living history lesson.
The tour begins at Jimmy V's Osteria & Bar, at the Fayetteville Street entrance of the Sheraton Hotel.
- Learn about Raleigh from an authentic local historian.
- Discover historic downtown on foot in just one hour.
- Admire everything from modern skyscrapers to colonial homes.
What’s included
- Guided walking tour of approximately 1 hour
- Guide with historical training and museum experience (English)
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Step by Step
Delve into the heart of Raleigh with this walking tour guided by an expert local historian, who will reveal the fascinating evolution of North Carolina's capital city. This tour allows you to understand how this city has evolved from a quiet colonial community to a vibrant urban centre.
For one hour, you'll walk through the city's most iconic streets and discover the history behind every facade. Your guide, who has worked with museums and historical organisations, will share with you details you won't find in any history book or typical sightseeing tour.
You'll marvel at the architectural mix that characterises Raleigh: from colonial-period plantation houses to elegant 19th-century Italianate mansions to modern skyscrapers that dominate the city's skyline.
This tour is perfect for first-time visitors and curious locals alike. Its short duration makes it an ideal way to add culture and history to your stay, without having to spend the whole day.
The meeting point is at Jimmy V's Osteria & Bar, next to the Sheraton Hotel on Fayetteville Street. We recommend arriving a few minutes before the start of the tour to ensure an on-time start.
