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Every town in Raleigh has its own character. Choose an area to browse its restaurants, shops, stays, and stories.

Carrboro is a progressive, artsy town adjoining Chapel Hill, known for its walkable downtown, live-music venues, and farmers market.

Chapel Hill is a classic college town anchored by the University of North Carolina, centered on its lively Franklin Street.

Durham, the Triangle's "Bull City," is home to Duke University, a nationally celebrated food scene, and a revitalized downtown built on its tobacco-warehouse heritage.

Apex is a fast-growing Wake County town southwest of Raleigh, nicknamed "The Peak of Good Living," with a well-preserved historic Salem Street core.

Cary is Wake County's largest suburb, known for master-planned communities, top-rated schools, an award-winning parks system, and a revitalized historic downtown.

Morrisville is a compact, diverse town bordering Research Triangle Park, made up largely of modern master-planned communities and convenient to RDU Airport.