Wheelchair accessible things to do in Raleigh

Raleigh Historian-Guided Downtown Walking Tour

Raleigh, North Carolina

4.9 · 101 reviews on Viator

This guide is hosted by a local historian who will provide you a unique perspective in the history of Raleigh. Our guide has worked as an exhibit creator, educator, and researcher for multiple local museums and historical organizations, and will provide an unmatched level of expertise. Guests will observe beautiful architecture and absorb fascinating stories from Raleigh's past.

Raleigh True Crime Tour

Raleigh, North Carolina

4.9 · 43 reviews on Viator

This tour focuses on the history of some of the strangest and most disturbing stories of true crime in the history of Raleigh. It is hosted by a local historian and veteran of the museum industry, which allows us to weave these stories from Raleigh's dark history into what makes the tour so special.

The Original Raleigh Ghost Walk

Raleigh, North Carolina

4.9 · 35 reviews on Viator

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.

Guided Walking Historian Tour in Downtown Durham

Raleigh, North Carolina

4.9 · 35 reviews on Viator

This tour is hosted by a local historian who will provide you with a unique perspective on the history of Durham. Our guide has worked as an exhibit creator, educator, and researcher for local museums and historical organizations, and will provide a well-loved level of expertise. Guests will observe beautiful architecture and absorb fascinating stories from Durham's past, ranging from its origins as a tobacco processing center to its growth to become one of the most innovative and fastest-growing cities in the American South.

Durham True Crime Tour

Raleigh, North Carolina

4.8 · 20 reviews on Viator

A vicious murder committed by a secretive cult, a gangster drama to rival the Godfather, and one of the most controversial murder trials in American history which still divides the people of North Carolina to this day. These chilling true stories and more await you on the Durham True Crime Tour.

Historic Oakwood: History & Architecture Tour

Raleigh, North Carolina

5.0 · 17 reviews on Viator

Raleigh's historic Oakwood and North Blount neighborhoods are famous for their array of fascinating historic houses, displaying a multitude of historic architectural styles from the late 19th to early 20th centuries. Travel through Oakwood with a professional historian guide and experience the evolution of American architecture, from the elegant Second Empire style to the playful Queen Anne style and much more.

Chapel Hill Ghost Walk

Raleigh, North Carolina

5.0 · 13 reviews on Viator

Creepy spirits who inhabit an old auditorium, a haunted forest, an old mansion filled with the souls of those who once resided there, a haunted hotel room, and more. Join us on the Chapel Hill Ghost Walk, and maybe experience a taste of the supernatural for yourself.

Durham Ghost Walk

Raleigh, North Carolina

5.0 · 13 reviews on Viator

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.

Downtown Cary Historian-Guided Tour

Raleigh, North Carolina

5.0 · 6 reviews on Viator

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.

Raleigh African American History Tour

Raleigh, North Carolina

4.2 · 5 reviews on Viator

This guide is hosted by a local historian who will provide you a unique perspective on Raleigh's African American History. The guide has worked as a professional researcher and educator at multiple Raleigh historical museums, including those with a special interest in African American history.

Lipstick or Lip Gloss Making Class in Raleigh

Raleigh, North Carolina

4.8 · 5 reviews on Viator

There's no need to look for the perfect lipstick color when you can make it at Lip Print Beauty Bar! In this workshop, a trained lip artists, will guide each participant through the steps to create a custom lipstick, lip gloss, or lip oil. Lip artists can also provide a consultation for lip colors that will look good on you based on your skin undertones. When you visit Lip Print Beauty Bar, you will leave with the perfect lippie and a great and fun experience!

Outdoor Escape Room in Downtown Raleigh

Raleigh, North Carolina

4.8 · 4 reviews on Viator

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.

Durham Candle Pouring Workshop at Paddywax

Raleigh, North Carolina

5.0 · 4 reviews on Viator

Durham is known for its vibrant arts scene, and our candle pouring workshop offers a unique way to tap into that creativity. Whether you’re a local or a visitor exploring the city, our workshops provide a perfect blend of fun, learning, and relaxation. It’s an ideal activity for anyone looking to add a personal touch to their home or to create a memorable group experience.

Chapel Hill True Crime Walking Tour

Raleigh, North Carolina

5.0 · 2 reviews on Viator

Experience the dark side of the town of Chapel Hill, from the unsolved murders of unsuspecting university students, to a potential conspiracy to cover up the political assassination of a local bookstore owner, join us on this tour of the most unnerving true and verifiable tales of murder in Chapel Hill's history.

Raleigh: Warehouse District Food Tour with 5 Tastings & BBQ

Raleigh, North Carolina

5.0 · 2 reviews on Viator

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.

Chapel Hill Hustle Scavenger Hunt

Raleigh, North Carolina

5.0 · 1 reviews on Viator

Our very unique, immersive adventures are the only ones of their kind. We, unlike other companies, provide your very own remote, interactive, live host to assist and encourage you along through your phone. We are an Austin, TX-based global custom event design company offering scavenger hunts and other events in 300+ cities in North America and beyond. Our specially hand-crafted adventures are equal parts tour, creative challenge, detective hunt, and social experiment! Guests get to discover in an alternate reality our favorite hidden gems off the beaten trail and creatively interpret fun art, history, and culture clues - for points! They get to enjoy fame and glory while appearing on our website’s international leaderboard, no matter what their score. They get to essentially race other teams in other cities, even if they don’t have competitors who have signed up in their city that day. Get ready to discover unusual oddities, laugh out loud, and make the experience your own!

Raleigh North Carolina Scavenger Hunt Walking Tour and Game

Raleigh, North Carolina

4.0 · 1 reviews on Viator

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!

Chapel Hill Historic Churches History and Architecture Tour

Raleigh, North Carolina

5.0 · 1 reviews on Viator

It's fitting that a town with a name like Chapel Hill would feature numerous examples of beautiful historic churches, from towering Gothic structures to graceful neoclassical buildings, this tour will instill in you not only a deep appreciation for the town's fantastic historic architecture, but also the fascinating stories behind their foundations.

Chapel Hill LGBT History Tour

Raleigh, North Carolina

Chapel Hill: the "Gay Mecca of the South", achieved many firsts in its history. It featured the first gay student association in North Carolina, the first openly gay elected official in the South, the first pride parade in the South, the first gay bar in the South, and much, much more. This tour takes guests between the points of important LGBT history in Chapel Hill and shares this fascinating and trailblazing story.

Butter My Way Create Your Own Body Butter Experience

Raleigh, North Carolina

Butter My Way is the ultimate hands on experience to customize the perfect body butter for your skin needs. Enjoy crafting a body butter that is not only moisturizing and soothing but also provides benefits to the skin. Guests can even make a body butter with shimmer and glitter to enhance their skin.

Raleigh Full Day Historian-Guided Driving and Walking Tour

Raleigh, North Carolina

4.8 · 5 reviews on Viator

See what Raleigh has to offer! This SIX-HOUR long tour will provide guests a detailed window into the Oak City, exploring its history, culture, greatest restaurants, museums, parks, and things to do! Whether you're planning a move to Raleigh, or if you're just looking to learn more about the city, then this tour is perfect for you!

Sushi Making Cooking Class at a Local Craft Beer Bar in Raleigh

Raleigh, North Carolina

Join Chef Jenny for an interactive sushi-making experience at a local craft beer bar in Raleigh! In this engaging class, you’ll learn how to create two delicious sushi rolls from scratch, starting with perfectly seasoned sushi rice. Under Chef Jenny’s guidance, roll up a classic California roll filled with avocado, cucumber, and surimi before assembling a fresh veggie roll with mango, avocado, and cucumber. Using a traditional sushi mat, you’ll master the technique of rolling and slicing your sushi like a pro. As you cook, enjoy the relaxed atmosphere of the craft beer bar and sip on locally brewed beers available for purchase. Whether you're looking for a fun date night, a unique outing with friends, or a hands-on way to explore Japanese cuisine, this class offers the perfect blend of learning, great flavors, and craft beer. Book your spot today for an unforgettable sushi-making experience in Raleigh!

Durham's Best Brewery Tour Downtown North

Raleigh, North Carolina

DSSOLVR - We kick things off here and things can get a little surreal. Asheville favorite DSSOLVR brought its psychedelic, art-filled taproom to the Bull City, and it's unlike anywhere else in town. From crisp lagers to wildly inventive fruited sours, every pour pushes the boundaries of what beer can be. Keep an eye out for the local artwork lining the walls - it's part of the experience. Crank Arm Brewing - Next, we “pedal” over to Crank Arm, Durham's cycling-inspired brewery where the passion for craft beer runs as deep as the love for two wheels. Expect bold, creative beers and a vibe as unique as the Bull City itself. Atomic Clock -We end things at Atomic Clock, where precision meets creativity. Founded by a brother-sister duo, this Warehouse District gem pairs meticulously crafted lagers and IPAs with one of the best brewery kitchens in Durham. The garlic fries with black garlic aioli and flaky empanadas are the perfect way to start the afternoon right.

Rust, Rebels & Ruins: Raleigh Ghost Tours

Raleigh, North Carolina

4.5 · 151 reviews on Viator

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!