It speaks well of the Visitor's Bureau ("Visitor's Center?") that even after I've lived here for…read moreyears I can still find things though here that I didn't know about. They have tons of information about things you'd never have guessed even existed (come here if you're bored with the local food scene and want to find something new) in an easy-to-find format. The staff isn't always the most friendly though... Sometimes they come off as kind of distant, not exactly the most welcoming.

The Visitor's Bureau has a wealth of information about sites, restaurants, shops and events going…read moreon in and around Chapel Hill. It's an excellent resource for new comers to the area, as well as, anyone looking for ideas for new places to eat or shop. I've found lots of information on the arts and entertainment in the area. There are places I keep saying I'm going to go there, like the Planetarium and this restaurant called Mariakakis that features cuisine from different parts of Eastern Europe; from Bulgarian to Hungarian and areas in between.

The Kinston Visitors Center is a great first stop when visiting the area. Besides being a visitors'…read morecenter, it is also a Civil War Museum. There are restrooms and vending machines as well. The center is located on a battlefield and there are a lot of artifacts throughout the building. There is an audio visual display of the battle area and so much more. Travel brochures are available for the Kinston area as well as other parts of the state and other states (even Alaska). These are available as you enter the front doors. Maps are available at the desk as well as invaluable advice.

We live in Durham but pop in on occasion when they have a Friday evening open house. They have lots…read moreof brochures and other materials and offer activities and free food samples on certain open house dates. The materials cover a variety of interest and activities, so there's something for everyone. Parking can be an issue since there really is not much nearby other than a tiny lot behind the building. If you can park nearby, just wander over and check it out.

Horrible place. Didn't provide good customer service. I was trying to figure out how to navigate…read moreDurham and they kept ignoring me. Don't expect good help from here.

The Visitors Center of Surf Center is small with a ton of amenities. Arriving was a bit confusing…read morebecause the parking lot said spaces were $5 which seemed steep for a 10 minute visit, but there are several spaces devoted for people going to the Center and limited to 15 minutes. The staff in the Center is friendly and eager to assist. She provided pamphlets and recommendations for sites. The Center has an event center that can be rented for special events. In addition, there is a walkway outside to the beach with bathrooms and a covered deck to sit. The walkway provided us with our first views of the beautiful beach and pier. The Center is worth a quick trip if you are first timers, like we were.

Great place to learn about ALL that Surf City has to offer! Nice covered porch and wooden walkway…read moreconnecting to two public restrooms and Public Beach Access #18. They allow you to park here for free to enjoy the beach, too! Be sure to stop in here first when you visit Surf City, the staff are very warm and welcoming, as well as being very informative! Surf City has so much to offer everyone staying in the area and the Visitor Center helps you plan your current and future stays, too! The sea turtle hospital is probably my favorite part of Surf City's atmosphere but the surfers add a lot, also. You will find plenty of information about the sea turtle hospital here and you can witness plenty of surfing from the adjacent Public Beach Access #18! Enjoy your stay in Surf City but don't forget to educate yourself while there! The more you know...

Lake Johnson Park is one of Raleigh's best spots when you want a workout that actually comes with a…read moreview. The 3-mile loop gave me the perfect mix of cardio, scenery, and just enough challenge to keep things interesting. The trail is mostly paved and very well maintained, but there are also a few off-road paths if you want to switch things up. The lake views are gorgeous throughout the walk, and the heavily wooded sections make it feel peaceful and shaded even on warmer days. I also appreciated that the trail has a few solid uphill stretches. I'd say it's ideal for intermediate walkers, runners, or cyclists looking for a scenic challenge without venturing into hardcore hiking territory. The only downside is the parking situation, which can get pretty tight during busy hours. Still, once you're on the trail, it's absolutely worth it. Raleigh really lucked out with this gem of a park.

Natures finest!…read more Local park with free (but limited) parking. Walking trails. Kayak and paddleboard rentals. Birdwatching. Clean picnic and public bathrooms. Great place to go and enjoy nature.

Across the street from Walmart if you need groceries or something along your long I-95 journey…read more It's a clever way to draw tourism for I-95. They call themselves "the birthplace of independence" hmm as a Philadelphian I feel we have claim to that slogan. I rummaged through the brochures available outside to see what they had to support their claims and I can't say they brought it. In their favor, they do have a cryptozoology museum which my kid would like. Anyway very clever means of drawing traffic and piquing curiosity. Dog runs open later than the visitor center, which is helpful. As far as I could tell they don't lock the gates so probably available throughout the evening. The fences are 4' high so you can jump them if it's 2am and your dog is desperate to run. It was a bit of a cluster-f getting from 95 to this place amidst too much crammed into too little space around 95. This lot was okay but all around it were undersized lots and econo-sized parking spaces so they can accommodate every fast food chain in the nation.

Nice visitors center, friendly staff. Great dog run for small and large dogs. We've stopped many…read moretimes on our trips to florida and back. Not to far off I95 and a Walmart and restaurants in close proximity Thank you RR it's much appreciated!

Probably the best welcome center I have been to. Plenty of…read moreparking and picnic tables. New big building with swings on porch, big screen tv with comfortable seats, maps, information, clean, plenty of stalls in the clean bathroom, there were 3 employees standing around talking to each other- if you needed help I am sure the could give it. My only suggestion- since the employees were chit chatting in the middle of the room- maybe have them behind a desk so you could walk up to them.

Very welcoming staff there were like 5 ladies welcoming folks. There are two entrances and lots of…read morestaff to answer questions about their state. Hotels and restaurants and tourism. Lots of brochures. The bathrooms were gigantic and tidy. Very grateful to all the wonderful staff that does their job so well and cares for us all.