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Rust, Rebels & Ruins: Raleigh Ghost Tours
4.5 (146)

Rust, Rebels & Ruins: Raleigh Ghost Tours

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...

1 hour • Free Cancellation
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Raleigh True Crime Tour
4.9 (43)

Raleigh True Crime Tour

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...

1 hour • Free Cancellation
1 hour • Free Cancellation
1 hour • Free Cancellation
4.9 (43)
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Durham African-American Historic Walking Tour
5.0 (17)

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...

1 hour • Free Cancellation
1 hour • Free Cancellation
1 hour • Free Cancellation
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Durham True Crime Tour
4.8 (19)

Durham True Crime Tour

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...

1 hour • Free Cancellation
1 hour • Free Cancellation
1 hour • Free Cancellation
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Murder Mystery Detective Experience in Chapel Hill NC
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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....

2 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
2 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
2 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
4.1 (21)
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$15
The Original Raleigh Ghost Walk
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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...

1 hour • Free Cancellation
1 hour • Free Cancellation
1 hour • Free Cancellation
5.0 (41)
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$21
Raleigh African American History Tour
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Raleigh African American History Tour

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...

1 hour • Free Cancellation
1 hour • Free Cancellation
1 hour • Free Cancellation
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Durham Candle Pouring Workshop at Paddywax
5.0 (4)

Durham Candle Pouring Workshop at Paddywax

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...

1 hour • Free Cancellation
1 hour • Free Cancellation
1 hour • Free Cancellation
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Raleigh Downtown Smartphone Guided GPS App Walking Tour
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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...

50 to 60 minutes • Free Cancellation
50 to 60 minutes • Free Cancellation
50 to 60 minutes • Free Cancellation
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Raleigh Rydes Capitol and Oakwood Rydables Tour
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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...

1 hour 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
1 hour 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
1 hour 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
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Durham Ghost Walk
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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...

1 hour • Free Cancellation
1 hour • Free Cancellation
1 hour • Free Cancellation
5.0 (13)
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Create Your Own Lipstick or Lip Gloss Class Experience in Raleigh
4.8 (5)

Create Your Own Lipstick or Lip Gloss Class Experience in Raleigh

There's no need to look for the perfect lipstick color when you can make it at Lip Print Beauty Bar! In this one-of-a-kind workshop, a...

1 hour 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
1 hour 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
1 hour 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
4.8 (5)
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Axe Throwing Training
5.0 (2)

Axe Throwing Training

Get ready to let your inner Warrior out! Urban Axe Throwing in Pittsboro is the hippest sport around! Our certified Axe Coaches will teach proper...

1 hour • Free Cancellation
1 hour • Free Cancellation
1 hour • Free Cancellation
5.0 (2)
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Fun City Scavenger Hunt in Raleigh by Wacky Walks
4.0 (5)

Fun City Scavenger Hunt in Raleigh by Wacky Walks

Wacky Walks of Raleigh allows your team to discover the city in a fun and different way. The game instructs you to find a variety...

2 hours • Free Cancellation
2 hours • Free Cancellation
2 hours • Free Cancellation
4.0 (5)
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Raleigh Historian-Guided Downtown Walking Tour
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Raleigh Historian-Guided Downtown Walking Tour

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...

1 hour • Free Cancellation
1 hour • Free Cancellation
1 hour • Free Cancellation
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Raleigh Guided E-Bike Tour: Tacos, Margaritas, and History
5.0 (41)

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

3 to 4 hours • Free Cancellation
3 to 4 hours • Free Cancellation
3 to 4 hours • Free Cancellation
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Guided Walking Historian Tour in Downtown Durham
4.9 (33)

Guided Walking Historian Tour in Downtown Durham

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...

1 hour • Free Cancellation
1 hour • Free Cancellation
1 hour • Free Cancellation
4.9 (33)
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$19
Historic Oakwood: History & Architecture Tour
5.0 (17)

Historic Oakwood: History & Architecture Tour

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...

1 hour • Free Cancellation
1 hour • Free Cancellation
1 hour • Free Cancellation
5.0 (17)
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Raleigh Express 1 Hour Rydables Tour
4.9 (9)

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...

1 hour • Free Cancellation
1 hour • Free Cancellation
1 hour • Free Cancellation
4.9 (9)
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$69
Chapel Hill Ghost Walk
5.0 (11)

Chapel Hill Ghost Walk

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...

1 hour • Free Cancellation
1 hour • Free Cancellation
1 hour • Free Cancellation
5.0 (11)
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$19

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Raleigh Express 1 Hour Rydables Tour
Robert_L, Sep 2026
What fun!
It is a wonderful tour of Raleigh. We learned about the history of the city and saw many amazing buildings. The tour guide, Diana, was nice, fun, and informative - a real joy to follow. Her assistant, Cole, was very kind, fun and helpful.
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Haunted Tour Raleigh NC
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Rust, Rebels & Ruins: Raleigh Ghost Tours
626preciousl, Sep 2026
Haunted Tour Raleigh NC
I had such an amazing time!!! I loved all the new history facts that my guide was able to provide! It was way more interesting than history class…
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Raleigh Express 1 Hour Rydables Tour
joan_b, Aug 2026
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Diane is a great guide who shared her passion w us. Fun rydables. Good highlights. Well executed....
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Durham Candle Pouring Workshop at Paddywax
Myranda_B, Aug 2026
Book it!!!!
This was so much fun! We visited for a birthday activity, and the team was amazing! Such a fun and memorable experience, plus 20% off retail. I will def be doing this again!
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A Fun and Spooky Experience
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Rust, Rebels & Ruins: Raleigh Ghost Tours
mercedesrX5087HL, Aug 2026
A Fun and Spooky Experience
The ghost tour was a fun experience and a nice way to explore the area while hearing some interesting stories. Our tour guide was very friendly and did her best to make the experience enjoyable. It was a relaxed and entertaining evening, and we appreciated the time and effort she put into the tour. Overall, we had a good time and enjoyed doing something different.
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A must-do for cocktail lovers
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Bull City Cocktails Guided Tour of Durham’s Best Drinks
jdubsdonuts, Aug 2026
A must-do for cocktail lovers
This tour was a blast from start to finish. The guides were fantastic — knowledgeable, funny, and clearly passionate about Durham's cocktail scene. They kept the energy high the whole time and made everyone feel welcome, even in a group. The drinks themselves were the real highlight. Every stop had something creative and well-crafted, and it was a great way to sample spots I probably wouldn't have found on my own. Perfect mix of good drinks, good stories, and good vibes. If you're visiting Durham (or even if you live here) and want a fun night exploring the local bar scene with people who really know their stuff, this tour is a must. Already telling friends they need to do this one. Highly recommend!
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Very fun
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Thrilling Jet Ski Adventure in Raleigh
ravenh445, Aug 2026
Very fun
The best jet ski experience I’ve ever had!
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A great hidden gem!
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Thrilling Jet Ski Adventure in Raleigh
886domt, Aug 2026
A great hidden gem!
This was my first time on a jet skit and was a little hesitant but the hosts were very comforting and kept me calm by explaining everything, so thoroughly! Great prices, life vests included in price. Will definitely be back next summer!
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Great time 🥤 no in amazing Durham brewery fine ales and kind bartenders big cheers guys lordleslie
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Durham’s Best Brewery Tour Trinity Neighborhood
Mayfair A, Aug 2026
Great time 🥤 no in amazing Durham brewery fine ales and kind bartenders big cheers guys lordleslie
Famouslordhillmuseum on line private museum viscount hill s memory palace selling fine acts to collectors in Durham usa arrived at the brewery complex bars wow 🤩 our museum experts love good beers we hit the jackpot we think we tried lots of beers and wines top class brews our party loved the fun we had nice folk and great beers thats the best part of the day touring around Durham usa cheers to all our friend s lord Leslie king of his cadtle in Shropshire Englands top rated venue for collectors
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Raleigh Downtown Smartphone Guided GPS App Walking Tour
Mayfair A, Aug 2026
Englands private historical museum exhibits a collection you can buy from direct no commisions fadt shipping based in Sh
Englands top museum to buy collection lots from now famouslordhillmuseum on line Shropshire uk mail service to buyers our party of curators arrived at Raleigh city centre wow amazing historic buildings museum of course art gallery’s snd fine food places we had a wonderfull time it’s our first trip so it was special we had fun on the phone apps too
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Great experience!
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Durham Ghost Walk
jasminemH402XH, Aug 2026
Great experience!
Such a nice tour guide! Real good personality and knew so much about the history and told it in a great story voice!! 10/10!
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Awesome Activity
New York City
Raleigh Rydes Capitol and Oakwood Rydables Tour
shohanr637, Aug 2026
Awesome Activity
Fantastic tour and great vehicles to use. Diana was awesome!!
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Ghost tour with history
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The Original Raleigh Ghost Walk
degaulles2021, Aug 2026
Ghost tour with history
Andrew is great! Full of knowledge and very entertaining!
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Wonderful Experience
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Raleigh African American History Tour
James D, Jul 2026
Wonderful Experience
We had an awesome time. Informative and interesting. For years I have driven these streets, but to walk down them and hear their history gives me an entire different outlook on the city I live in.
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Loved it!
New York City
Durham African-American Historic Walking Tour
Jasper_H, Jul 2026
Loved it!
This was a super interesting, fun, and engaging tour! The tour guide was very knowledgeable and personable, and it was awesome to learn about the area from a local historian. He encouraged questions and had an appropriate balance of seriousness and levity. I really appreciated getting to recontextualize unassuming local buildings with the layers of history behind them—a history that, he emphasized, is ongoing, and hopefully will continue to be paved by stories of Black success.
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Informative and Interesting
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Durham African-American Historic Walking Tour
Tonya_J, Jul 2026
Informative and Interesting
Awesome opportunity to learn about the city and understand more about the rise and continuation of Black Wall Street.
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