What's Southwest Raleigh Like?
If you're in search of the perfect part of the city to explore, consider Southwest Raleigh. While you're here, you can spend a relaxing day at J.C. Raulston Arboretum and Pullen Park. There's plenty more to see, including J.S. Dorton Arena and North Carolina State Fairgrounds.
How to Get to Southwest Raleigh
Flying to:
- Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU), 8.6 mi (13.8 km) from Southwest Raleigh
Things to See and Do in and around Southwest Raleigh
What to See in Southwest Raleigh
- North Carolina State University
- J.S. Dorton Arena
- William Neal Reynolds Coliseum
- Gov. James B. Hunt, Jr. Horse Complex
- Carter-Finley Stadium
Things to Do in Southwest Raleigh
- J.C. Raulston Arboretum
- North Carolina State Fairgrounds
- WRAL Azalea Gardens
- North Carolina State Farmers Public Market
- Joel Lane Museum House
Other Popular Southwest Raleigh Attractions
- Lenovo Center
- Lake Johnson
- Historic Yates Mill County Park
- Kentwood Park
- Free Expression Tunnel
When Is the Best Time to Visit Raleigh?
- Hottest months: July, August, June, September (average 77°F)
- Coldest months: January, February, December, March (average 46°F)
- Rainiest months: September, July, August, June (average 5 inches of rainfall)