Guidebook for Apex
Food Scene
Wonderful farm to table local fare and cozy ambiance for a night out
13 locals recommend
The Provincial
119 N Salem StWonderful farm to table local fare and cozy ambiance for a night out
Common Grounds Coffeehouse and Desserts
219 N Salem StLucky 32 Southern Kitchen
7307 Tryon Rdwonderful farm to table fare
the Oak, Kitchen | Bourbon Bar
4035 Lake Boone Traildelicious farm to table menu and bourbon selection
An iconic Raleigh restaurant with delicious food and amazing deserts
33 locals recommend
Hayes Barton Cafe & Dessertery
2000 Fairview RdAn iconic Raleigh restaurant with delicious food and amazing deserts
Sitti
137 S Wilmington StGonza Taco has become a favorite in the triangle for tasty Mexican food and Margaritas. This location is Waverly Place has outdoor seating near an open promenade and small playground for kids
32 locals recommend
Gonza Tacos Y Tequila
7713 Lead Mine Rd Gonza Taco has become a favorite in the triangle for tasty Mexican food and Margaritas. This location is Waverly Place has outdoor seating near an open promenade and small playground for kids
Cilantro Indian Cafe
107 Edinburgh S DrGreat Indian food for take-away or a quick, but authentic meal
Famous Toastery
316 Colonades WayThe Toastery is a popular Breakfast, Brunch and Lunch location
Famous Toastery of Holly Springs
304 Grand Hill PlAnother Toastery location
Taste, Small Plates & Wine Bar
1912 Bernard StA new small plates/tapas bar in downtown Raleigh
Scratch Kitchen and Taproom
225 N Salem St
Academy Street Bistro
200 S Academy StBida Manda
222 S Blount StBrewery Bhavana
218 S Blount StCotton House Craft Brewers
307 S Academy StSideBar
215 E Chatham StPro's Epicurean Market & Café
211 E Chatham StMorgan Street Food Hall
411 W Morgan StBond Brothers Beer Company
202 E Cedar StAsali Desserts & Cafe
107 Edinburgh South DriveArts & Culture
The Museum not only offers incredible rotating displays, but also has an outdoor sculpture park and green way, as well as a restaurant
437 locals recommend
North Carolina Museum of Art
2110 Blue Ridge RdThe Museum not only offers incredible rotating displays, but also has an outdoor sculpture park and green way, as well as a restaurant
Multiple levels of engaging exhibits for the entire family to enjoy. Plus it's FREE
288 locals recommend
North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences
11 W Jones StMultiple levels of engaging exhibits for the entire family to enjoy. Plus it's FREE
A wonderful kids interactive/hands-on museum that the whole family can enjoy
171 locals recommend
Marbles Kids Museum
201 E Hargett StA wonderful kids interactive/hands-on museum that the whole family can enjoy
Really cool hands-on exhibits. It's worth the drive and the experience, especially with kiddos, but it is a little pricey
203 locals recommend
Museum of Life + Science
433 W Murray AveReally cool hands-on exhibits. It's worth the drive and the experience, especially with kiddos, but it is a little pricey
North Carolina Museum of History
5 E Edenton StIf you get the chance to catch a show at DPAC, do it! It's the largest performing arts center south of DC and is wonderful...worth the drive to Durham.
244 locals recommend
DPAC - Durham Performing Arts Center
123 Vivian StreetIf you get the chance to catch a show at DPAC, do it! It's the largest performing arts center south of DC and is wonderful...worth the drive to Durham.
Fantastic outdoor amphitheater just down Highway 1 that hosts a variety of shows/concerts/movies
43 locals recommend
Koka Booth Amphitheatre
8003 Regency PkwyFantastic outdoor amphitheater just down Highway 1 that hosts a variety of shows/concerts/movies
Red Hat Amphitheater
500 S McDowell StOutdoor amphitheater in the heart of downtown Raleigh
Parks & Nature
Get outside and enjoy some fresh air on Umstead Park's fantastic hiking/running trails and mountain bike trails
54 locals recommend
Umstead Park Lake
Get outside and enjoy some fresh air on Umstead Park's fantastic hiking/running trails and mountain bike trails
Beautiful lake with lots of shoreline, trails and beach front/boat access
79 locals recommend
Jordan Lake
Beautiful lake with lots of shoreline, trails and beach front/boat access
Lake Johnson Park
4601 Avent Ferry RdWonderful walking trail, boat rentals, fishing
Fantastic park with walking trails, playgrounds and picnic shelters
Apex Community Park, Park Entrance
2200 Laura Duncan RdFantastic park with walking trails, playgrounds and picnic shelters
Wonderful playground and small walking trail around a lake with lots of turtles to spot
6 locals recommend
Crowder County Park
4709 Ten-Ten RdWonderful playground and small walking trail around a lake with lots of turtles to spot
A favorite summertime location because of the large splash pad. It has a playground as well, but it gets super hot in the summer because of lack of shade.
7 locals recommend
Jack Smith Park
9725 Penny RdA favorite summertime location because of the large splash pad. It has a playground as well, but it gets super hot in the summer because of lack of shade.
Salem Pond Park
6112 Old Jenks RdHemlock Bluffs Nature Preserve
2616 Kildaire Farm RdSassafras All Children's Playground
3808 Edwards Mill RdEssentials
Walmart Supercenter
3151 Apex PeakwayFood Lion
2458 SW Cary PkwyHarris Teeter
750 W Williams StT.J. Maxx & HomeGoods
1571 Beaver Creek Commons DrTarget
1201 Beaver Creek Commons DrThe Home Depot
1000 Vision DrLowe's Home Improvement
1101 Beaver Creek Commons DrLowes Foods of Apex
5400 Apex PeakwayEntertainment & Activities
CineBistro
525 New Waverly PlAMC DINE-IN Holly Springs 9
320 Grand Hill PlRegal Beaver Creek
1441 Beaver Creek Commons Dr
Frankie's Fun Park
11190 Fun Park DrAn upscale bowling alley and diner location in popular North Hills
26 locals recommend
Kings Bowl-North Hills
141 Park at N Hills StAn upscale bowling alley and diner location in popular North Hills
This iconic old movie theater in downtown Raleigh often showcases indy films, documentaries and foreign films. It feels like a step back in time. It's cash only, I believe, and you can purchase wine/beer and snacks.
35 locals recommend
The Rialto
1620 Glenwood AveThis iconic old movie theater in downtown Raleigh often showcases indy films, documentaries and foreign films. It feels like a step back in time. It's cash only, I believe, and you can purchase wine/beer and snacks.
Durham Bulls Athletic Park
409 Blackwell StThe minor league baseball stadium is a local favorite
PNC Arena
1400 Edwards Mill RdHome of the Hurricanes and host of many big concerts/shows
Drive Shack
6901 Play Golf WyDurham Bulls Athletic Park
409 Blackwell StGetting Around
Raleigh-Durham International Airport
2400 John Brantley BlvdCary Train Station
Raleigh Union Station
510 W Martin St