Overview
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1 hour
Mobile ticket
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 an exhibit creator, educator, and researcher for multiple local museums and historical organizations, and will provide an unmatched level of expertise. Guests will observe beautiful architecture and absorb fascinating stories from Raleigh's past.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What To Expect
Join our tour to view some of the most exciting and interesting historic locations in Raleigh, North Carolina, from modern skyscrapers to early 20th century Italianate mansions to colonial era plantation homes.
Options
Raleigh Historian-Guided Downtown Walking Tour
What‘s Included
A fun and exciting tour through Raleigh's History
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
90 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Raleigh: Not too much history, kind of okay
Sunil B,Jun 20, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00The guide was excellent. Very informative. However there are not too many locations or history you can learn from this as there is not much points in history in this town. This walking tour will give a small overview, that is it .
Andrew was well-informed,...
Nancy M,Jun 15, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Andrew was well-informed, kind and very entertaining! He is well-versed in the history of Raleigh. Despite there only being 2 of us on the tour, Andrew gave it his all and provided a great walking tour of Raleigh!
really enjoyed this tour
frankpV5275TH,Jun 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00really good tour really educational and loved all of the stories. this was definitly worth the price
Andrew Nason was very...
Yesenia S,May 30, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Andrew Nason was very thorough and loved how well informed he was on the history of Raleigh. He kept us engaged; he was funny and charismatic. Made the experience great!
All about Raleigh
nyesther1,May 18, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Andrew is an expert on everything about Raleigh and made the information very interesting. I enjoyed the stories and the architecture a lot. It was a very worthwhile tour. Arrive early to arrange parking.
Great bang for your buck tour.
Coastal33128387398,May 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was our first time in Raleigh. We did our walking tour with Andrew N. He was wonderful. He was clear, obviously knowledgeable and answered our questions. This is not a long tour but seemed just about right for what we were looking for. I would strongly recommend.
Raleigh tour
Michael G,May 9, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Guide was excellent with thorough knowledge of Raleigh history. He spoke clearly and loud enough for our group of 12 to hear. Walk was at a pace for all to make.
Highly Recommend!
V6797PHcindyr,May 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We live in the area but it was great to learn so much about how Raleigh came to be! We’ve been in downtown many times previously, and have walked right by these historical buildings. Andrew was an excellent guide and very knowledgeable and personable. We are going to seek him out for other tours. It was an hour well spent and we highly recommend!
Not what I expected
Rob4896659,May 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00A lot of walking, The picture of Pink house gave me the idea of a tour of historic homes, not the outside of historic buildings. Guide was very knowledgeable. I will not be recommending this tour.
Short walk great insight to Raleigh history !
Bonnie B,Apr 28, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Andrew our guide was very knowledgeable. It was very warm the day we walked so one hour time was sufficient
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