Area Attractions

We are located in the Triangle area of NC, close to the towns of   
 Fuquay-Varina, Holly Springs, Apex, and Cary.  We're also within an hour's drive
of  Raleigh, the research triangle park (RTP) area, and the Durham/Chapel Hill areas.
The activities listed below are just some of the attractions you can visit while in
the area...there are way too many to list them all. 

Breweries

Aviator Brewing Taphouse
Aviator Brewing Taphouse

The Mason Jar Tavern
The Mason Jar Tavern
  • Aviator Brewing Taphouse (5 miles) - The building is the old Varina train depot.  Today it houses an African mahogany bar that spans 38 feet.  Over 36 hand-crafted, multiple aware-winning beers.
  • Bombshell Brewing (6 miles) - Tap Room is open 7 days a week offering a variety of Bombshell Beers on tap, food trucks Tue-Sun and live music on the weekends.  Dog and family friendly brewery and you are always welcome to bring in your own food at any time!
  • Fainting Goat (6 miles) - We offer a variety of handcrafted brews in a casual atmosphere with dog friendly patios and outdoor fire pits.

  • The Mason Jar Tavern (6 miles) - We hope you will come to know that at TMJT, "...Your jar is always full."  We hope the brewery taproom and our beer will be an extension of that experience.  We hope you experience "a taste of southern hospitality".

  • Viscious Fishes (6 miles) - In the heart of downtown Fuquay-Varina, we are a Taproom as well as a full service Restaurant and Bar.
Vicious Fishes Brewery
Vicious Fishes Brewery
Parks & Trails


American Tobacco Trail
American Tobacco Trail



Hilltop-Needmore Park
Hilltop-Needmore Park






Bass Lake Park
Bass Lake Park

  • American Tobacco Trail (18 miles) - A 22+ mile rails-to-trails project located in the Triangle region of NC.  Surfaces vary from paved to gravel.  Hiking, Biking, and Horseback riding are allowed.  Nearest access point is the New Hill Road entrance

  • Bass Lake Park (4 miles) - Relax, unwind and have fun at Bass Lake park where you'll find many opportunities to connect with nature.  Fish, rent canoes, jonboats, and Gheenoe boats (Memorial Day through Labor Day) or hike/bike the trails.

  • Hilltop-Needmore Park & Preserve (1 mile) - 143 acres with five miles of paved trails of varying elevation, open green space, multiple ponds, and a wide variety of wildlife including turtles, fish, deer, and herons.  Hiking, biking, and skating allowed (no motorized vehicles, no fishing)

  • Jordan Lake State Recreation Area (23 miles) - Includes seven access areas that provide plenty of camping, boating, and swimming opportunities.  One of the largest summertime homes of the bald eagle, and an observation platform makes for easy spotting of our national bird.

  • Lake Johnson Park (13 miles) - Has paved greenway and natural surface trails, fishing, public programs, seasonal boat rentals, indoor & outdoor facility rentals, and a swimming pool.

  • Neuse River Greenway Trail (28 miles) - 27.5 miles of paved trail with diverse features.  Offers scenic views of the Neuse River, winding boardwalk areas through wetlands, historical sights, interpretive signs, and agricultural fields.

Bass Lake Park
Bass Lake Park



Jordan Lake
Jordan Lake





Neuse River Greenway Trail
Neuse River Greenway Trail

Museums
City of Raleigh Museum
City of Raleigh Museum




NC Museum of Art
NC Museum of Art




NC Museum of Art
NC Museum of Natural Sciences
  • City of Raleigh Museum (15 miles)- A local history museum associated with Raleigh, NC.  Located in downtown Raleigh and has a number of exhibits and programs that are free to the public.

  • Contemporary Art Museum (CAM) (14 miles) - The non-collecting contemporary art museum that provides an environment for transformation through educational programs, culteral experiences, and bold, non-traditional exhibitions by living artists.

  • Marbles Kid's Museum (15 miles) - Play is how children learn best! At Marbles, play is fun and educational, with innovative hands-on exhibits, award-winning programs and larger-than-life movies.

  • NC Museum of Art (17 miles) - Our collection galleries span more than 5000 years, from antiquity to the present, and provides countless cultural experiences for the people of our state and beyond.

  • NC Museum of History (15 miles) - The collection is made up of more than 150,000 artifacts from six centuries. It emcompasses a broad range of objects that help interpret the state's rich history.

  • NC Museum of Natural Sciences (15 miles) - Across three vibrant floors of laboratories and exhibitions, our Nature Research Center provides an unparalleled opportunity to see science in action by watching Museum researchers studying the natural world in real time.




Marbles Kid's Museum
Marbles Kid's Museum



NC Museum of History
NC Museum of History
Event Venues
Durham Performing Arts Center
DPAC


Koka Booth Amphitheatre
Koka Booth Amphitheatre


Raleigh Memorial Auditorium
Raleigh Memorial Auditorium


Ting Park
Ting Park
  • Durham Performing Arts Center (DPAC) (34 miles) - DPAC has become the center for live entertainment in NC.  From Broadway to Concerts, Comedy to Family Shows...there's something for everyone.

  • Durham Bulls Athletic Park (34 miles) - A 10,000 seat ballpark in Durham, NC that is home to the Durham Bulls, the Triple-A affiliate of the Tampa Bay Rays of MLB.  

  • Koka Booth Amphitheatre (11 miles) - a performing arts amphitheatre in Cary, NC.

  • PNC Arena (16 miles) - an indoor arena that seats 18,680 for Carolina Hurricanes ice hockey and 19,722 for NC State basketball.  The building has 3 concourses and a 300-seat restaurant.

  • Raleigh Memorial Auditorium (14 miles) - Stately circa-1932 theater with an atrium lobby featuring musicals, comedy, dance shows & more.

  • Red Hat Amphitheatre (14 miles) - An amphitheatre in downtown Raleigh, NC that's adjacent to the Raleigh Convention Center.  Acts are booked through Live Nation.

  • Ting Park (8 miles) - Holly Springs' premiere athletic complex hosting numerous athletic and community events each year.

  • Walnut Creek Amphitheatre (18 miles) - An outdoor amphitheater located in Raleigh, NC that specializes in hosting large concerts.
Durham Bulls Athletic Park
Durham Bulls Athletic Park


PNC Arena
PNC Arena


Red Hat Amphitheatre
Red Hat Amphitheatre


Walnut Creek Amphitheatre
Walnut Creek Amphitheatre
Dining
Abbey Road Tavern
Abbey Road Tavern

Bass Lake Draft House
Bass Lake Draft House

Fiesta Mexicana
Fiesta Mexicana

Hickory Tavern
Hickory Tavern

Los Tres Magueyes
Los Tres Magueyes

Mei Wei
Mei Wei

Wingin' It
Wingin' It
  • Abbey Road Tavern (5 miles) - A family owned restaurant specializing in great food & drinks.  Most known for our amazing Beatles-inspired burgers.

  • Assaggio's Pizzeria (4 miles) - Family-owned, counter-server pizza joint also offering calzones, Italian pasta entrees & salads.

  • Bass Lake Draft House (5 miles) - Beer friendly restaurant featuring 34 beers on tap.  The game is always on and we have an extensive menu featuring burgers, sandwiches, dinners, and appetizers.

  • Cleveland Draft House (4 miles) - The bar and patio contains 27 tvs; 4 combined for a video wall, four 9' Olhousen pool tables, 4 dart boards, and an upgraded patio with heaters.  With the same 65 plates as well as weekly specials, there's something for everyone.

  • Fiesta Mexicana (7 miles) - Convivial cantina serving simple Mexican eats such as tacos, burritos & enchiladas, plus margaritas.

  • Garibaldi Trattoria Pizza (5 miles) - Warm, casual bar/eatery with an outdoor patio making New York style pizza and classic Italian dishes.

  • Hickory Tavern (7 miles) - Sports bar & grill chain with an extensive menu of typical bar food & TVs galore.

  • J & S New York Pizza (5 miles) - Since 1995, we have been dishing out delicious, homemade Italian food, New York-style pizzas, hot and cold subs, and traditional and boneless chicken wings.  Featuring a fine selection of beer, wine and a full bar with cocktails.

  • Johnny's Pizza (5 miles) - Offering pizza, pasta, salads, calzones, sandwiches, and more!

  • Los Tres Magueyes (5 miles) - It is our mission to represent the culture and tastes of Mexico in every dish you order.  You can taste the pride we take with every bite in our fresh, premium quality ingredients.

  • Manhattan Pizza (5 miles) - Casual outfit offering New York-style pizza, along with pasta wings & sandwiches.

  • Mei Wei  Asian Diner (4 miles) - Unfussy, quick-serve restaurant offering Chinese & Thai cuisine staples in a strip-mall setting.

  • Mi Cancun (8 miles) - Unfussy, quick-serve restaurant with a patio offering Mexican fare such as tacos & burritos.

  • My Way Tavern (6 miles) - Enjoy one of 19 draft beers on tap, in addition to more than 80 bottles and a fully stocked bar.  The menu includes a variety of all-American foods such as appetizers, salads, soups, burgers, sandwiches, and entrees.

  • Texas Roadhouse (7 miles) - Lively chain steakhouse serving American fare with a Southwestern spin amid Texas-themed decor.

  • Wingin It (4 miles) - Family-friendly bar and grille that takes pride in pairing delicious foods and beverages with warm, friendly service.  Wings, salads, sandwiches and more.

  • Zeera Indian Restaurant (4 miles) - This relaxed Indian place features traditional fare, including vegan options.
Assaggio's
Assaggio's

Cleveland Draft House
Cleveland Draft House

Garibaldi Trattoria
Garibaldi Trattoria

J&S NY Pizza
J&S NY Pizza

Johnny's Pizza
Johnny's Pizza

Mi Cancun
Mi Cancun

My Way Tavern
My Way Tavern

Zeera
Zeera
Miscellaneous
Inner Beast Hatchet House
Inner Beast Hatchet House






Trolley Pub
Trolley Pub






Rush Hour Karting
Rush Hour Karting





  • Inner Beast Hatchet House (6 miles) - An activity based axe throwing venue that provides fast moving excitement.  With our projection based system for targets, guests can play numerous games, like 21, Cornhole, Tick-Tac-Toe, Zombie Shoot out and many more!

  • Brewquay Prowler (varies depending on start location) - Located in Fuquay Varina, NC, our mission is to get people out an about to enjoy all the awesome craft brews, breweries, and tap rooms in this amazing town.  Pick your start location and visit as many breweries as you want in a 3 hour timeframe.

  • Trolley Pub (14 miles) - The trolley pub lets you experience the city in the open air, enjoy your favorite beverage, and has room to fit all your friends, family, and colleagues.  Rent the whole trolley or join a mixer for smaller groups.

  • Whole Brain Escape (11 miles) - Immerse yourself in a real-life adventure game and work together to solve a mystery.

  • Game On Escapes (12 miles) - Escape rooms are a great way to challenge your mind, take a break from cell phones, and just get a little extra outside the box thinking in your life.  We have 5 escape room games running at our Cary location.

  • Frankie's of Raleigh (27 miles) - Go-karts, laser tag, batting cages, bumper boats, flight simulators, mini-golf, arcade games & more.

  • Rush Hour Karting (17 miles) - This indoor go-kart track with adult & junior cars features a sports bar with an arcade.

  • AMC Movie Theatre (8 miles) - Kick back and enjoy the show from a luxurious AMC Signature Recliner.  9 theaters.  Order food and have it delivered to your seat.





Brewquay Prowler
Brewquay Prowler








Frankie's
Frankie's






AMC Dine in Theatre
AMC Dine-in Theatre

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