Preservation Durham leads free walking (and one biking) tours on Saturdays. It's free, but you need to register in advance, and the group is limited to 10 people. Masks are required. The tours meet at the corner of Parrish and Corcoran Streets in Downtown Durham at the "Major the Bull" sculpture. Walking and biking tours may be canceled on short notice due to extreme heat or … [Read more...] about Free walking (and biking) tours on Saturday mornings with Preservation Durham
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Ghost walk at Riverside Cemetery in Smithfield
Johnston County Heritage Center is hosting a ghost walk through Riverside Cemetery, at Front and Church Streets, in Smithfield, on Thursday, October 28th, 2021, from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. The cost is $5 for adults and $3 for students in K-8. There's no preregistration. First-come, first-served. You'll be guided through Smithfield's historic Riverside Cemetery, where you'll hear some voices … [Read more...] about Ghost walk at Riverside Cemetery in Smithfield
Haunted Trolley departs from Mordecai Historic Park (reservations required)
Mordecai Historic Park, 1 Mimosa Street in Raleigh, is thought by some to be the most haunted place in Raleigh. Judge for yourself on the Haunted Trolley, which departs from Mordecai Historic Park October 22nd, 23rd, 29th, and 30th, 2021. Tickets are $10 and sell out quickly. Purchase now. Jump abord for a special tour of Downtown Raleigh's most haunted places. Keep your eyes open for … [Read more...] about Haunted Trolley departs from Mordecai Historic Park (reservations required)
Upcoming free programs at Historic Yates Mill County Park: stories, kids’ activities, hikes, more…
Historic Yates Mill County Park, at 6420 Lake Wheeler Road in Raleigh, is a 174-acre wildlife refuge and an environmental research center. The centerpiece is the Historic Yates Mill, which is the last operable water-powered gristmill in Wake County. The mill is on the National Register of Historic Places and was restored to working order in 2005. Admission to the park is free. Right … [Read more...] about Upcoming free programs at Historic Yates Mill County Park: stories, kids’ activities, hikes, more…
Raleigh Walking Tours, including mural walking tours and haunted history walking tours — pay what you want
Raleigh Walking Tours, LLC, offers public walking tours in Downtown Raleigh. The public tours are pay-what-you-want, but advanced registration is required. All tours are subject to selling out. If you enjoy the tour, please compensate your tour guide appropriately. A typical amount is $15 to $20 per person. There are four tours currently offered. Read on to learn about each tour. Please note … [Read more...] about Raleigh Walking Tours, including mural walking tours and haunted history walking tours — pay what you want
Dark Raleigh Walking Tours with City of Raleigh Museum
City of Raleigh Museum, at 220 Fayetteville Street, Raleigh, is hosting a walking tour, Dark Raleigh Walking Tour, for two nights only: Thursday, October 28th, 2021Friday, October 29th, 2021 The tours leave every half hour, and last about an hour. They cost $25, or $20 if you're a member of City of Raleigh Museum: 5:30 p.m.6 p.m.6:30 p.m.7 p.m.7:30 p.m.8 p.m. (members only, includes a … [Read more...] about Dark Raleigh Walking Tours with City of Raleigh Museum
Spirits of Wake Forest: ghost walks in Downtown Wake Forest
Wake Forest's haunted history will come alive once more at Spirits of Wake Forest walking tours, presented by Wake Forest Downtown. Tickets go on sale Wednesday, September 8th, 2021. Downtown Wake Forest’s buildings and sidewalks have seen well over 100 years of history, and they have some spooky stories to tell. This tour will feature a number of last year's favorite stories, along with … [Read more...] about Spirits of Wake Forest: ghost walks in Downtown Wake Forest
This fall at West Point in the Eno: tours, history hikes, camera workshops, more
West Point on the Eno, at 5101 N. Roxboro Street, Durham, is a 404-acre natural and historic park located along a 2-mile stretch of the Eno River River, 6 miles north of downtown Durham. Scroll down for a list of upcoming events at West Point on the Eno. West Point on the Eno features: BoatingGreenway/trail accessGrillPicnic shelterPicnic tableRecreation centerRestroomsWater … [Read more...] about This fall at West Point in the Eno: tours, history hikes, camera workshops, more
Historic Raleigh Trolley Food Tour — one day only
The Historic Raleigh Trolley is taking guests on a tasty tour on Saturday, August 21st, 2021. The Historic Raleigh Trolley Food Tour will introduce you to some of Raleigh's oldest and best local restaurants, from barbecue to healthy eats. The tour includes food samples at each restaurant. Restaurants include: Side Street RestaurantVideri Chocolate FactoryClyde Cooper's … [Read more...] about Historic Raleigh Trolley Food Tour — one day only
Day by day list of free or pay-what-you-want walking tours in the Triangle
There's plenty to see in the Triangle and often the best vantage point is on foot. Read on for a day by day list of free guided walking tours throughout the Triangle. A walking tour can be a great way to get some exercise, as well as to learn about a place that's new to you--or a place that you thought you knew pretty well! There are tours of cities and towns, as well as parks and natural … [Read more...] about Day by day list of free or pay-what-you-want walking tours in the Triangle
