Capital District

Stately buildings and historic architecture line the streets of one of the busiest business districts in Raleigh. This is where decisions are made and history is honored. The city celebrates its roots here, with everything from the State Capitol to the Governor's Executive Mansion . Even the museums appear formal and grand. The North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences, in fact, is considered to be one of the best science museums in the country, while the North Carolina Museum of History houses more than 150,000 artifacts representing six centuries. Even the neighborhoods surrounding the Capital District impress visitors with their elegance Historic Oakwood, an attraction in its own right, is a 19th century neighborhood with perfectly restored homes and lovingly maintained gardens. Nearby, the Seaboard area is booming with eclectic restaurants like 18 Seaboard or 518 West, garden and destination shopping at like Logan Trading Company and the exotic furniture shop Seaboard Imports.

Where it is: Located in the center of downtown Raleigh, north of Morgan Street and south of Peace Street.

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