Life doesn’t get any better.

Welcome to Wake County and Raleigh, NC! It is located in the heart of the Tar Heel state where Wake County forms one point of the Research Triangle-a region anchored by Raleigh, Durham and Chapel Hill. Wake County is a family of communities offering a dynamic business climate, highly educated workforce, solid infrastructure, educational opportunities for all ages and a diverse blend of culture and recreation. It all leads to a quality of life second to none. In other words, Wake County is smarter all around.

When looking for the right spot to hang your hat, it’s hard to find a better place than Wake County. One will find temperate climate all year with four distinct seasons. Wake County is known for World-class performing arts, spectacular museums and cultural festivals.  Competitive sports teams, from major league hockey to collegiate basketball to recreation league soccer for the sports minded. Not to mention access to outstanding health care. It’s all here-including the people known for Southern hospitality.

And when you need to get away, you’re just hours from the mountains or the beach. But you will still like coming home to Wake County.

In Raleigh…you will find trendy restaurants on tree-lined streets, cutting-  edge culture with Southern charm, and bustling nightspots. It's hip, without the hassle.

And it's waiting in Raleigh, North Carolina and its 11 neighboring cities and towns. Plan your Raleigh vacation with our complete Raleigh visitors guide.