North Carolina Museum of Art is one of The 15 Best Places with Scenic Views in Raleigh.

1. North Carolina Museum of Art

9.4
2110 Blue Ridge Rd (at Wade Ave Extension), Raleigh, NC
Art Museum · 65 tips and reviews

Visit North CarolinaVisit North Carolina: The first publicly funded art museum in the US got an artful makeover in 2010. View over 30 Rodin sculptures, catch a traveling exhibit and explore their great outdoor spaces.

Christian A.Christian Alvarez: If you're not too tired from viewing the exhibits, I'd recommend taking a stroll around the grounds.

Mary P.Mary Phillips: Very modern building with an open concept. It’s great for viewing all the different periods of art. Save some time to wander the grounds!

Duke Energy Center For The Performing Arts is one of The 15 Best Places with Scenic Views in Raleigh.

2. Duke Energy Center For The Performing Arts

9.0
2 E South St (Between S Salisbury & S Wilmington St), Raleigh, NC
Performing Arts Venue · 21 tips and reviews

MarionMarion: The middle and back of the lower balcony are perfect places to sit - the acoustics are magnificent and the view of the stage is perfect.

KaitlinKaitlin: What a gorgeous space for viewing the arts!

Kathy P.Kathy Pierce: Wonderful venue to see a theatre production.

Shelley Lake Trail is one of The 15 Best Places with Scenic Views in Raleigh.

3. Shelley Lake Trail

9.1
Millbrook Road, Raleigh, NC
Hiking Trail · Raleigh, NC · 13 tips and reviews

Emily A.Emily Andino: Scenic and quiet. Opportunities for fishing and exploring connecting trails--check out the Ironwood Trail!

Royal B.Royal B: Very beautiful views love it. And so peaceful and quiet, great place to clear your head and take in the scenery.

Susan W.Susan Wolters: The hills are great for sledding and the trail is very pretty and great for running, walking, and biking.

Lassiter Mill Historical Park is one of The 15 Best Places with Scenic Views in Raleigh.

4. Lassiter Mill Historical Park

8.0
Old Lassiter Mill Rd (Lassiter Mill Rd), Raleigh, NC
Park · 9 tips and reviews

Paul P.Paul Papadoulias: Beautiful scenery and a piece of history. You don't need to spend more than 15 minutes here, though. Hidden gem right down the road from North Hills. Love this spot!

Ella L.Ella Lee: Beautiful scenery!

Nick D.Nick DiColandrea: A great place to reflect and relax hidden right above the belt line. Comforting waterfalls and shady places to think.

PNC Arena is one of The 15 Best Places with Scenic Views in Raleigh.

5. PNC Arena

8.9
1400 Edwards Mill Rd (at Trinity Rd), Raleigh, NC
Hockey Stadium · 170 tips and reviews

Jenilee A.Jenilee Andreola: Club level is the way to go. Great view and you have the option to be waited on! Can't beat it! :)

Arthur♡♡♡Arthur♡♡♡: This is a great area with a great view of all the events. I would travel back in a heart beat.

Jake S.Jake Sullivan: Good hockey arena - good views all around and a very comfortable club level. Parking is affordable and it's one of the few places where you can tailgate for hockey.

Lake Johnson Nature Park is one of The 15 Best Places with Scenic Views in Raleigh.

6. Lake Johnson Nature Park

9.1
Avent Ferry Rd, Raleigh, NC
Nature Preserve · Southwest Raleigh · 13 tips and reviews

Will B.Will Bumgarner: Scenic views, walking, kayaking

Meghan C.Meghan Combs: Very beautiful scenery

Michal S.Michal Schmitt: Beautiful lake with some well put together trails and a few spots to sit and hang out.

Neuse River Trail is one of The 15 Best Places with Scenic Views in Raleigh.

7. Neuse River Trail

8.9
12098 Old Falls of Neuse Rd, Wake Forest, NC
Hiking Trail · 7 tips and reviews

Andy G.Andy Gastauer: Very nice scenic trail.

John L.John Leech: We walked for about an hour with our dog. Had a nice time. Met a few friendly walkers and some on bikes. Busier place with some more serious bikers. Keep to one side, so bikers can pass safely.

Megan M.Megan Mcdonald: Beware of rude bicyclists

William B Umstead State Park - Reedy Creek Entrance is one of The 15 Best Places with Scenic Views in Raleigh.

8. William B Umstead State Park - Reedy Creek Entrance

8.9
N Harrison Ave (at I-40 Exit 270), Cary, NC
State or Provincial Park · 12 tips and reviews

Cecil D.Cecil Dykes: I like the Loblolly trail the best but the Company Mill trail leads to some great rock climbing and white water viewing.

Andrew S.Andrew Smith: Remember to take plenty of water with you when on the trails...

Michael W.Michael W: If you arrive before the park gate opens, you can safely park on the shoulder without risk of being towed. (Harrison Ave Entrance)

Carolina Ale House is one of The 15 Best Places with Scenic Views in Raleigh.

9. Carolina Ale House

7.5
500 Glenwood Ave (Tucker St.), Raleigh, NC
American Restaurant · 22 tips and reviews

Sarah G.Sarah Galvin Mullis: The outside bar is awesome with amazing views of the city- beer selection had something for everyone

Michal S.Michal Schmitt: Great food, beer, and location. Two bars and lots of TVs. Very busy on sports days. "Roof top" seating but check out the roof for a view of Raleigh too.

Stacy S.Stacy Smith: Love how open this one is! Views are great. Same menu as the other Ale Houses.

Hibernian Pub is one of The 15 Best Places with Scenic Views in Raleigh.

10. Hibernian Pub

7.6
311 Glenwood Ave (North Street), Raleigh, NC
Irish Pub · 21 tips and reviews

Issam N.Issam Natour: Remodeled recently with a open-air second floor. Has a north and south view of Raleigh. South has a better view looking towards downtown.

Ivan U.Ivan Urlaub: Not a bad seat in the house, deck is great even in 90 degree weather, $5 build your own burger on Monday's, many unobtrusive TV's for sports viewing without feeling like a sports bar. Love it!

Tyeshia B.Tyeshia Barnes: Presentation of food on point, staff friendly, atmosphere great. Nice views. Must visit if in Raleigh

10th & Terrace is one of The 15 Best Places with Scenic Views in Raleigh.

11. 10th & Terrace

8.0
616 S Salibury St (South St), Raleigh, NC
Cocktail Bar · 1 tip

Johnnie B.Johnnie Bud: Great views, great drinks, great staff! Can’t wait to come back!

Fred Fletcher Park is one of The 15 Best Places with Scenic Views in Raleigh.

12. Fred Fletcher Park

8.5
802 Clay St (at St Mary St), Raleigh, NC
Park · 15 tips and reviews

Joshua W.Joshua Wright: Lots of winding paths and benches with a view !

Ronald M.Ronald Marshall Jr: I love this spacious area

Neville D.Neville Devlaliwalla: Yoga in the park on Saturday at 9AM! (free)

RDU Observation Park is one of The 15 Best Places with Scenic Views in Raleigh.

13. RDU Observation Park

7.2
W International Dr (at N Ramp Dr), Raleigh, NC
Park · 15 tips and reviews

Josh M.Josh Martin: Great place to take kids to watch airplanes. Fantastic view of the west runway

Olu M.Olu Macc: Great water front views, access to open grass, beach and boardwalk

Sarah S.Sarah Shea Roberto: The park is located near the Air Traffic Control Tower and Park and Ride 2. Read more.

Neuse River Greenway at Trailhead is one of The 15 Best Places with Scenic Views in Raleigh.

14. Neuse River Greenway at Trailhead

7.9
(Trailhead Rf), Raleigh, NC
Hiking Trail · 5 tips and reviews

Dave C.Dave Crum: Excellent trail. Peaceful and scenic!

Molly M.Molly Milligan: A local Bottle shop near by!!!

Mekayla R.Mekayla Robles: I come here in between classes to get some exercise or sit outside and read. Very peaceful, very little traffic.

Pullen Park is one of The 15 Best Places with Scenic Views in Raleigh.

15. Pullen Park

9.0
408 Ashe Ave (at Western Blvd), Raleigh, NC
Park · 41 tips and reviews

Valerie L.Valerie Lewis: Great for little & "big" kids alike. Who doesn't like a ride on a carousel and a scenic train tour around the park?! Parking isn't always easy but well worth the trip anytime and every time!

Keith G.Keith Gruver: Our kids had a great time! We will return for sure

The News & ObserverThe News & Observer: Visit the statue that Andy Griffith unveiled in 2003 of himself and Ron Howard as their characters, Andy and Opie Taylor, from Griffith's television show. Read more.