We love going on walks around the lake and running its trails! We enjoy paddle boarding and watching the most beautiful sunrises/sunsets at the lake, as well. Whenever we need a quick place to go to be outside, we head to Lake Johnson!
You can't go wrong with this place!! Goodberry's is a Raleigh classic and our go-to spot for a sweet treat and ice cream date:))
One of our favorite spots for a bite to eat, a good read, or a new outfit! Cameron Village has a variety of great restaurants, boutiques, men's stores, and a library! We have spent many lunch dates and study dates here!
Ashley's Alma Mater! We love walking around NC State's beautiful campus. Our favorite spots are the Court of Carolina and Poe Hall, of course! A few other iconic spots to check out include the Bell Tower, the Free Expression Tunnel, Wolf Plaza, and the Brickyard. And be sure you stop by Talley for some Howling Cow ice cream!
Our Lady of Lourdes is where we attend weekly Mass. They offer daily Mass at 8:30 am and Sunday Mass at 9:00 am and 11:30 am. It has the most beautiful Marian Garden and our favorite prayer spot in their perpetual adoration chapel.
This is one of the most happening places in Raleigh each weekend during the summer! We definitely recommend checking this huge market out and maybe even grabbing breakfast or lunch at their farm-to-table restaurant!
The art museum is a favorite of ours on a rainy day! We also enjoy walking/running the museum's nature trails or having a picnic in its beautiful outdoor park. Its art collection features many different classical and contemporary paintings and sculptures throughout the building and outdoors. And you can't leave out the musical swings!!!
Yes, I know this is vague... but! there are too many spots downtown to recommend. So, here's a list! La Santa Modern Mexican (for a great marg), Taverna Agora Greek Kitchen, Morgan Street Food Hall, Lily's Pizza, Wye Hill Kitchen and Brewing (beautiful Raleigh landscape), Raleigh Beer Garden (over 350 beers on tap), Transfer Co Food Hall, Whiskey Kitchen, Boxcar Bar + Arcade, Barcelona Wine Bar and Oak Steakhouse!