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Brace yourself for a chilling journey through the eerie history of our haunted sites.

Set out on an unforgettable adventure through Raleigh’s eerie streets with our thrilling walking ghost tour! Led by a seasoned local guide who blends expert knowledge of haunted history with masterful storytelling, this tour will take you to the city's most haunted sites. As you wander through the district, uncover chilling tales of the lost colony of Sir Walter Raleigh and the ghostly echoes of Civil War battles. Each stop on this mile-long journey is steeped in intrigue and mystery. Stand on haunted ground at iconic sites like the State Capitol, White-Holman House, Haywood Hall, and the Executive Mansion. Though we can’t enter private buildings, the stories shared will transport you back in time, immersing you in the spectral presence that lingers. This tour offers more than just a walk—it’s an engaging experience that will leave you captivated and spooked. Join us for an evening of ghostly exploration and discover why Raleigh is known as one of the South’s most haunted cities!

Rust, Rebels & Ruins: Raleigh Ghost Tours

1 hourFree Cancellation

Raleigh Express 1 Hour Rydables Tour

Cruise through the heart of Raleigh on a plush motorized Rydable! In just one hour, you’ll see downtown’s highlights, hear fun stories about the city’s history and culture, and enjoy a ride that’s as entertaining as it is unforgettable. See the heart of Raleigh in style on this fun-filled 1-hour ride through the City of Oaks! Hop onto your plush, motorized Rydable scooter and cruise effortlessly past the city’s most iconic landmarks, lively districts, and hidden gems.

Raleigh Express 1 Hour Rydables Tour

1 hourFree Cancellation

Raleigh Historian-Guided Downtown Walking Tour

Raleigh Historian-Guided Downtown Walking Tour

1 hourFree Cancellation

The Original Raleigh Ghost Walk

Otherworldly slimy entities lurking in the sewers, the ghostly shaking sounds of a train crash, long-dead restauranteurs still guiding their business' direction long after their death, and much more. These creepy stories and others await you in the Raleigh Ghost and Urban Legend Walk, where we explore the facts and fiction behind some of Raleigh's creepiest folklore. This tour is hosted by a professional historian, who will guide you through the truth, lies, and strange space in between the two.

The Original Raleigh Ghost Walk

1 hourFree Cancellation

Murder Mystery Detective Experience in Chapel Hill NC

Step into the shoes of a newly-minted detective, tasked by Commander Mahoney to solve a gripping case... murder on the streets of Chapel Hill, NC. Throughout this crime-solving audio adventure, visit each of the 10 mapped locations. You'll have the option to explore the downtown area using the Walking Map or follow a Driving Map on the city's outskirts. Once you choose, the exact starting point will be revealed. *See images for route. Park or stop at each location, listen to the audio story, and put your detective skills to the test by gathering clues and piecing together the evidence. Finally, make your deductions and issue an arrest warrant. Your overall detective skills will be evaluated, culminating in a Case Performance Score to measure your sleuthing prowess. This game is suitable for solo detectives, dynamic duos, or groups of mystery enthusiasts, offering an immersive audio tale filled with intrigue.

Murder Mystery Detective Experience in Chapel Hill NC

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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Raleigh: Warehouse District Food Tour with 5 Tastings & BBQ

Downtown Raleigh packs three centuries of food history into a three-hour walk, and no two stops taste alike. Start with a steamed Char Siu Bao, a Cantonese barbecue pork bun, inside a downtown brewery that's part bookshop, part flower stall. Move on to a Lebanese family kitchen for hummus, baba ghanouj, fattoush, shawarma, and kibbee mikli, recipes carried across a century. Then it's whole-hog barbecue, chopped fine and sharpened with vinegar the eastern North Carolina way, at a Warehouse District pit room. Somewhere along the route, your guide hands you a Secret Dish, revealed only on the day. Finish with a three-bar chocolate flight at a bean-to-bar factory inside an old railway depot. Your guide lives here and will explain the barbecue rivalry between eastern and western Carolina, what East Hargett Street meant to Black Raleigh in the 1920s, and where they take their own family to eat.. Come hungry, leave with a downtown Raleigh you actually know how to eat your way through.

Raleigh: Warehouse District Food Tour with 5 Tastings & BBQ

3 hoursFree Cancellation

Raleigh North Carolina Scavenger Hunt Walking Tour and Game

Embark on an engaging scavenger hunt through the historic streets of Raleigh, North Carolina! Explore the quaint and beautiful historic downtown. See the historic sights like the North Carolina State Capitol, the Executive Mansion, Bicentennial Plaza, and much more. Explore and see the many unique shops, restaurants and galleries. Go at your own pace and see the best of what Raleigh has to offer. Ready to discover Raleigh in a whole new way? Let the adventure begin!

Raleigh North Carolina Scavenger Hunt Walking Tour and Game

2 hoursFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

Tour of Downtown Raleigh on a Rickshaw, with Triangle Cycle Tours

Discover the charm of Raleigh, NC through a unique lens with our captivating Rickshaw tours. Lets us whisk you away on a delightful journey through the city's historic streets, lush parks and vibrant neighborhoods. Our knowledgeable guides will regale you with fascinating tales and insider insights, ensuring an unforgettable experience for visitors and locals alike. Book your tour today and let us pedal you through the heart of NC's capital city!

Tour of Downtown Raleigh on a Rickshaw, with Triangle Cycle Tours

1 hour 15 minutes to 1 hour 20 minutesFree Cancellation

Raleigh Downtown Smartphone Guided GPS App Walking Tour

See The historic sites and discover the story of this city. Go at your own pace, anytime. This tour is all location aware and guided by our walking tour app. It's hands free. Put the phone in your pocket and it plays as you walk. the narration is spooky an infused with spooky music to fit the stories. Walk through the parks, the markets, the restaurants, the southern food joints, see the historical buildings and statues and streets and discover the past and present of Raleigh. Get to know the city in one hour. And find the best spot in town for southern cooking.

Raleigh Downtown Smartphone Guided GPS App Walking Tour

50 minutes to 1 hourFree Cancellation

Guided Walking Historian Tour in Downtown Durham

Guided Walking Historian Tour in Downtown Durham

1 hourFree Cancellation

Raleigh Rydes Capitol and Oakwood Rydables Tour

Go beyond the basics with 90 minutes of fun on your plush Rydable! Explore more of downtown Raleigh’s landmarks, hidden gems, and vibrant districts while enjoying deeper stories and extra photo stops along the way. Take your Raleigh adventure to the next level with this extended 90-minute ride through the City of Oaks! With extra time to explore, you’ll roll deeper into Raleigh’s vibrant districts, uncover more historic landmarks, and stop for photo opportunities you won’t want to miss.

Raleigh Rydes Capitol and Oakwood Rydables Tour

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Raleigh True Crime Tour

Raleigh True Crime Tour

1 hourFree Cancellation

Durham Ghost Walk

Explore the spooky side of Durham's history on this tour of the city's most haunted locations. From the disgraced sons of tobacco giants who continue to roam their old factories, to tales of tragic accidents whose victims still haunt the site of their end, and murder victims who stubbornly cling to their possessions, Durham, NC, has a shadowy side to its history. Travel through the city with the assistance of a professional historian guide, while hearing about the city's creepiest folklore.

Durham Ghost Walk

1 hourFree Cancellation

Raleigh Guided E-bike Tour: Ghosts, Mystery, Creepy History

Triangle Adventures is excited to announce in 2026 we have launched something new on our tours: AI-powered digital video! This will allow stories to be told from the perspective of the actual historical figure, creating a wildly immersive experience like nothing else out there. See, hear and feel their personal story in their own voice... It's like stepping into the past. Experience haunted spirits at Dorothea Dix Insane Asylum. See hands-on what makes Meredith College a ghostly hotspot. Talk to spirits with real witching rods... and lots more! Plus, enjoy the gorgeous e-bike ride on the smooth NC Greenway Trail and through NC State campus while learning fun, interesting history and legends about Raleigh. Are you brave enough to join us on this creepy, unique and memorable tour? Want to save money? Book directly on our website to save on fees.

Raleigh Guided E-bike Tour: Ghosts, Mystery, Creepy History

3 hoursFree Cancellation

Chapel Hill True Crime Walking Tour

Chapel Hill True Crime Walking Tour

Durham True Crime Tour

Durham True Crime Tour

1 hourFree Cancellation

Outdoor Escape Room in Downtown Raleigh

An immersive clue-solving adventure around downtown Raleigh. Search for real-world clues, solve puzzles, and discover the neighborhood with an experience you'll never forget! Reschedule anytime with no fees. It's a scavenger hunt, escape room, and urban crawl all-in-one. Follow the storyline around town as you find clues and use them to crack codes. Then enter solutions on the app to find out where to go next. Clues can be anywhere - murals, statues, landmarks, and more! Plan on about two hours of playtime, depending on your experience level and how much time you spend exploring along the way. Difficulty level is adjustable - take as many or as few hints as you’d like! PLEASE NOTE: Bookings made less than 7 days before your play date will be scheduled for local pickup. For bookings made 7+ days in advance, our team will contact you to arrange shipping.

Outdoor Escape Room in Downtown Raleigh

Durham African-American Historic Walking Tour

Durham is a special site in the African American experience. The city served as a thriving hub of business and commerce, an economic refuge, and a symbol of progress. Visitors like W.E.B. DuBois and Booker T. Washington marveled at the city as a model for the black middle class, and it's no wonder why when you learn what Durham's African American population achieved: from the foundation of the largest black-owned company of the 20th Century to the formation of a brick-making juggernaut that physically built much of the city, and much, much more. Durham also hosts "Parrish Street", the best preserved "black business district" in the country, an attraction that leaves quite the impression. This tour is hosted by a local historian who wants to share his love of Durham's history with you. Travel between these sites and gain a new perspectives on the triumphs and challenges of Durham's history.

Durham African-American Historic Walking Tour

1 hourFree Cancellation

Amazing Scavenger Hunt! - Bricks, Bulls & Beauty

Discover Durham, North Carolina, in a fun and interactive way with this private app-led scavenger hunt, perfect for groups of all sizes. Explore the city’s top sights, complete photo challenges, and answer location-based questions to earn points and compete for the scavenger hunt crown. With no guide or reservation needed, you can start anytime and enjoy a self-paced adventure through Durham’s historic and cultural landmarks.

Amazing Scavenger Hunt! - Bricks, Bulls & Beauty

1 hour 30 minutes

Downtown Cary Historian-Guided Tour

Explore the history of Cary, one of North Carolina's most interesting municipalities. From its earliest foundation, Cary has been a center of innovation, featuring one of the earliest public schools in North Carolina, as well as serving as the home of one of North Carolina's most impactful inventors of agricultural machinery, to the foundation of North Carolina's oldest racially integrated social club. Experience this guided jaunt written by a local historian and hosted by an enthusiastic, passionate, and knowledgeable guide. Some of the sites we will visit include the Page-Walker Hotel, Ashworth Drugs, the Ivey Ellington House, Pasmore House, Cary Arts Center, and more.

Downtown Cary Historian-Guided Tour

1 hourFree Cancellation

Raleigh Full Day Historian-Guided Driving and Walking Tour

Raleigh Full Day Historian-Guided Driving and Walking Tour

6 to 7 hoursFree Cancellation

Chapel Hill Ghost Walk

Chapel Hill Ghost Walk

1 hourFree Cancellation

Chapel Hill Historic Churches History and Architecture Tour

Chapel Hill Historic Churches History and Architecture Tour

1 hourFree Cancellation

Raleigh African American History Tour

Raleigh African American History Tour

1 hourFree Cancellation

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