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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 Historian-Guided Downtown Walking Tour

1 hourFree Cancellation

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

Raleigh True Crime Tour

1 hourFree Cancellation

Raleigh Full Day Historian-Guided Driving and Walking Tour

6 to 7 hoursFree Cancellation

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

Guided Walking Historian Tour in Downtown Durham

1 hourFree Cancellation

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

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Here for a good time, not a long time

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. What's a Triangle Adventures tour like? Ride through town and on the smooth NC Greenway trail with fun and interesting stops along the way. Expect to learn about local heroes, NASCAR origins, moonshining, native tribes, Neuse River, milling towns, play alcohol trivia, and lots more! Plus, authentic street tacos and fresh-squeezed margaritas are included! ** Non-alcoholic and vegetarian substitutions available. ** Enjoy the outdoors, laugh and make memories! And don't worry about the pedaling, the e-bike does all the work for you! Want to save money? Book directly on our website to save on fees.

Raleigh Guided E-Bike Tour: Tacos, Margaritas, and History

3 to 4 hoursFree Cancellation

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

Explore Durham's vibrant craft beer scene on this immersive brewery tour, perfect for both seasoned beer enthusiasts and curious newcomers. Begin at Clouds Brewing, renowned for its German-inspired brews and delicious pub fare. Continue to Crank Arm Brewing, celebrating the connection between bikes and beer since 2013. Next, enjoy the warm hospitality and community spirit at Flying Bull Restaurant and Brewery. Each stop reveals the passion and creativity that defines Durham's brewing culture. Bring a friend or make new ones while savoring unique local flavors. - Visit three acclaimed breweries in Durham, NC - Sample a variety of local craft beers and pub fare - Learn about the brewing process and local history - Perfect for beer lovers and those new to craft beer

Durham's Best Brewery Tour Discover Local Brews and History

2 hoursFree Cancellation

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

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Downtown Raleigh Pub Crawl

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

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

Durham True Crime Tour

1 hourFree Cancellation

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

During Crazy Dash of Raleigh, you'll use an app and walk through the city to collect points by finding items around the city and performing challenges. You can find the items in any order you want. Check out the rankings in the app to see your score compared to other teams across the nation. Crazy Dash comes with a remote host to chat with you in case you need anything. Crazy Dash is our most relaxed scavenger hunt. Come explore with us in Raleigh!

Explore Raleigh with a Unique Scavenger Hunt by Crazy Dash

2 hoursFree Cancellation

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2 hours of smooth, scenic riding on hand-picked sections of the most beautiful parts of the NC Mountains to Sea Trail. Enjoy picturesque moments, some local history, while letting the e-bikes glide you along the paved pathway. This tour is led by a Duke University licensed Psychologist. There will be some mindfulness check-ins along the way to help maximize enjoyment of the scenery and outdoors. This tour is open to anyone and everyone. It's quite an amazing experience. Expect to leave with a deeper sense of peace and serenity. Google us, check out our 5 star reviews. Get ready for a fun day!

2 hour Guided E-Bike Tour: Greenery, Scenery and Mindfulness

2 to 3 hoursFree Cancellation

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! Bookings made a week or more in advance receive their kit in the mail. Last-minute bookings pick it up at the start point on the day of the adventure - exact location sent after booking.

Outdoor Escape Room in Downtown Raleigh

As the capital city of North Carolina, Raleigh has some of the most popular attractions and landmarks in the state. Whether it’s your first visit or if you’re revisiting, this private pedicab tour will provide you with an introduction to downtown. You’ll hop in a pedicab and cruise through the city, passing by sites like the recently renovated Moore Square, the North Carolina State Capitol, and the Historic Oakwood neighborhood.

Private Pedicab Tour of Downtown Raleigh

1 hour 30 minutes to 1 hour 40 minutesFree Cancellation

Raleigh African American History Tour

1 hourFree Cancellation

Private transportation

1 hourFree Cancellation

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Come visit Triangle Adventures just outside Raleigh, NC! Our most popular guided e-bike tour, the original one. Experience fan favorite local hotspots. Local fun facts and history along the way. Exhilarating e-bike ride along the Mountains to Sea Trail. Delicious lunch and cocktail included (bean burger and non-alcoholic drinks can be substituted.) Great way to get outdoors and enjoy nature on a pedal assisted e-bike (no actual pedaling required)! Google us, and check out our 5 star Google Reviews. Get ready for a fun time!

Raleigh Guided E-Bike Tour: Burgers, Cocktails, and History

3 to 4 hoursFree Cancellation

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