Raleigh Convention Center, Raleigh

Name: Raleigh Convention Center
Address: 500 S Salisbury St, Raleigh, 27601-2114, United States
Telephone: +1 919-996-8500

#45 among attractions in Raleigh

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Facts and practical information

The Raleigh Convention Center is a convention and exhibition facility in downtown Raleigh, North Carolina that opened in September 2008. The architect was Tvsdesign with the participation of local firms O'Brien/Atkins Associates and Clearscapes. ()

Coordinates: 35°46'25"N, 78°38'29"W

Address

500 S Salisbury StCentral Raleigh (Downtown Raleigh)Raleigh 27601-2114 United States

Contact

+1 919-996-8500

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Day trips

Raleigh Convention Center – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: North Carolina State Capitol, City Market, Marbles Kids Museum, City of Raleigh Museum.

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Red Hat Amphitheater, Raleigh
3 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Raleigh Convention Center open?

Raleigh Convention Center is open:

Monday 8:30 am - 5:15 pm
Tuesday 8:30 am - 5:15 pm
Wednesday 8:30 am - 5:15 pm
Thursday 8:30 am - 5:15 pm
Friday 8:30 am - 5:15 pm
Saturday closed
Sunday closed

Which popular attractions are close to Raleigh Convention Center?

Nearby attractions include Red Hat Amphitheater, Raleigh (3 min walk), North Carolina Theatre, Raleigh (5 min walk), Pope House Museum, Raleigh (5 min walk), Duke Energy Center for the Performing Arts, Raleigh (5 min walk).

How to get to Raleigh Convention Center by public transport?

The nearest stations to Raleigh Convention Center:

Bus

Raleigh Convention Center • Lines: R-Line (2 min walk)
McDowell Street & Lenior Street • Lines: 305 (2 min walk)

Train

Raleigh (12 min walk)