Stretching through the heart of NC State and Meredith all the way into Downtown Raleigh, Hillsborough Street carries a key part of Raleigh’s culture—from college student staples (see: Insomnia Cookies) to vital businesses and pieces of our city’s culture (all hail the original Char-Grill!).
Calling all blokes with spokes! Spin into Raleigh’s oldest bike shop to prepare for your next road, greenway, trail and city adventure on wheels. Let’s put the foot to the pedal. @cycle_logic
There’s no beans about it. With friendly baristas and beans roasted by Black and White Coffee Roasters of Wake Forest, your espresso experience is sure to fuel your daily grind. Bottoms up! @jubalacoffee
No trouble is found a-foot when you stop in this friendly shoe repair/retail shop that’s been helping poor unfortunate soles for over 35 years. Totally laced it! @manmurshoe
“Aww, you guys made me ink!” Get tatted at a shop sure to leave a (permanent) mark. Happy inking! @oakcitytattoo
“Providing quality prints and embroidery since 1989,” this spot can create a custom design for your event, race, fam reunion, and anything in between. ICYMI, custom is cute! @progressivegraphics
It’s time for the curtain call. Perch in the park for live theatrical productions—from Shakespeare and drama to comedy and musicals. Major props, indeed. @theatreinthepark
Ready to curate your creativity? Find NC State-affiliated “collecting and exhibiting” museum encouraging discovery and thinking outside the box. @ncstategreggmuseum
For lofty and lavish views and artsy accommodations, book a stay-and-play at this mod hotel mere steps from Village District and right across from NC State. How’s that for sleeping in style? @aloftraleigh
Venture up these storied stairs for history, draft brews and filling food (sandwiches! soups! gumbo! chili!). There’s nothing like a trip to the tavern. @mitchstavern.raleigh
