Raleigh the capital of North Carolina is also known as the “City of Oaks”. It’s a city which still retains the southern charm. The city has hordes of museums, hundreds of historic sites, revived buildings, along with Broadway shows and live music. The shopping scene is happening with nine major retail players housed in Raleigh. Equally interesting is the dining out experience, with over 500-restaurants spread all over the city. The variety ranges from the all time favourite sweet tea, barbeques and home-style vegetables to Italian bistros, Pan Asian, Jamaican and Mediterranean cuisines.

The best way to see Raleigh is to walk around and see the State Capital Building, the First Presbyterian Church, the Masonic Temple, the Odd Fellows Building, and the Briggs hardware building that is the first skyscraper of Raleigh. Hotels, more than a hundred of them ranging from luxury to budget to cheap, to suit every need. Be it an extended stay, a private suite or a family vacation, Raleigh caters to all.