NCSU Belltower, Raleigh

Name: NCSU Belltower
Address: 2011 Hillsborough St, Raleigh, United States

#7 among attractions in Raleigh

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The North Carolina State University Memorial Belltower is a 115-foot-tall free-standing bell tower on the Main Campus of North Carolina State University in Raleigh, North Carolina Conceived as a war memorial to honor university alumni killed in World War I and the university's overall participation in the conflict, the Belltower now serves as a perpetual memorial for N.C. State students and alumni who gave their lives in the service of the nation. A prominent university symbol, the tower is a popular rallying point for the campus community. ()

Coordinates: 35°47'10"N, 78°39'49"W

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2011 Hillsborough StHillsboroughRaleigh United States

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Day trips

NCSU Belltower – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Pullen Park Carousel, Reynolds Coliseum, Joel Lane Museum House, Pullen Park.

0.4 miS
Amusement, Amusement ride, Amusement park
Pullen Park Carousel, Raleigh
11 min walk • The Pullen Park Carousel is a classic wood carousel at Pullen Park in Raleigh, North Carolina. Built in 1900, the carousel contains 52 hand-carved basswood animals, 2 chariots, 18 large gilded mirrors and canvas panels and a Wurlitzer #125 band organ made in 1924 by the Rudolph Wurlitzer Company of North Tonawanda, New York.
0.4 miSW
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Reynolds Coliseum, Raleigh
11 min walk • William Neal Reynolds Coliseum is a multi-purpose arena located in Raleigh, North Carolina, United States, on the campus of North Carolina State University. The arena was built to host a variety of events, including agricultural expositions and NC State basketball games.
0.9 miSE
Museum, History museum, Historical place
Joel Lane Museum House, Raleigh
24 min walk • The Joel Lane House, also known as Wakefield, was built in 1769 and is now a restored historic home and museum in Raleigh, North Carolina. It is the oldest dwelling in Wake County and contains collections of 18th century artifacts and period furnishings.
~1890 ftS
Park, Playground
Pullen Park, Raleigh
10 min walk • Pullen Park is a 66.4-acre public park immediately west of downtown Raleigh, North Carolina. It is located on Ashe Avenue and is adjacent to the Main and Centennial campuses of North Carolina State University, covering an area between Western Boulevard and historic Hillsborough Street.
0.9 miW
Sport venue, Sport, Sport complex
Doak Field, Raleigh
23 min walk • Doak Field is a baseball venue in Raleigh, North Carolina, United States. It opened in 1966 and is home to the North Carolina State University Wolfpack college baseball team of the NCAA's Division I Atlantic Coast Conference. It is named for Charles Doak, who was the head coach of the NC State baseball team from 1924–1939.
0.4 miNW
Concerts and shows, Garden, Theater
Raleigh Little Theatre, Raleigh
12 min walk • Raleigh Little Theatre is a community theatre in Raleigh, North Carolina, that produces 10 to 11 full productions annually and conducts youth and adult theatre education programs.
1.4 miSE
Music and shows, Nightlife, Concerts and shows
Red Hat Amphitheater, Raleigh
37 min walk • The Red Hat Amphitheater is an amphitheatre in Raleigh, North Carolina. It is adjacent to the Raleigh Convention Center. The Raleigh Amphitheater books acts through an agreement with Live Nation, and is owned and operated by the City of Raleigh.
0.9 miSE
Church
Hillyer Memorial Christian Church, Raleigh
23 min walk • Hillyer Memorial Christian Church is a historic church in downtown Raleigh, North Carolina located on Hillsborough Street. The church is affiliated with the Disciples of Christ. The current church was built in 1915.
0.4 miW
Library
D. H. Hill Library, Raleigh
10 min walk • The D. H. Hill Jr. Library is the main library at North Carolina State University. It is the third building to house the NC State University Libraries, following Brooks Hall and Holladay Hall.
~820 ftSE
Church
Pullen Memorial Baptist Church, Raleigh
4 min walk • Pullen Memorial Baptist Church is a Baptist church known for its progressive theology located in Raleigh, North Carolina, US, right beside North Carolina State University.
0.5 miW
Museum, Natural history museum
North Carolina State University Insect Museum, Raleigh
14 min walk • The NCSU Insect Museum is the center for research and training in insect systematics and biodiversity informatics at North Carolina State University.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to NCSU Belltower?

Nearby attractions include Isabelle Bowen Henderson House and Gardens, Raleigh (4 min walk), Pullen Memorial Baptist Church, Raleigh (4 min walk), Maiden Lane Historic District, Raleigh (5 min walk), Harwell Hamilton and Jean Bangs Harris House and Office, Raleigh (6 min walk).

How to get to NCSU Belltower by public transport?

The nearest stations to NCSU Belltower:

Bus

Hillsborough St at Enterprise St • Lines: 12, 4 (2 min walk)
Enterprise St at Clark Ave • Lines: 12 (6 min walk)

Train

Raleigh (28 min walk)