Get insights into the downtown culinary landscape.
Escape the busy downtown streets and enjoy strolling through Raleigh’s oldest neighborhood. Historic Oakwood. Delve into the history of Raleigh’s while taking in the beautiful various types of architecture of the late 1800s to 1950s including Victorian.
From an authentic Mexican stop, a cool NY pizza joint, a one-of-a-kind smoked meats stop to a euphoric cupcake store enjoy food specialties from local eateries and drink spots learning how the chefs and proprietors are contributing to Raleigh’s modern culinary scene.
Along the route your guide will uncover often forgotten historical tidbits that will leave you full of new insights into the neighborhood’s culinary and culture landscape of the neighborhood.
Routes and stops can vary depending on season, tour time and day of the week. Local pastries, ice cream in the warmer months, a neighborhood bottle shop or a smoke eats stop may be substitutes.
Part history….lots of food and all Fun.
A historic Supermarket turned Smoked-cuisine restaurant
A historic Supermarket turned Smoked-cuisine restaurant
What to Expect on our Raleigh Oakwood Tour
We offer more than just “bites”, come hungry!
It’s more than just “bites”, come hungry! Diverse food stops including dessert.
One alcoholic sample included (appropriate substitutes will be served to guests under 21).
Approximate three-hour tour, veering off the beaten path at points.
Moderately paced, approximate 1.8 miles of walking, suitable for most fitness levels. We will break at food stops along the route.
We will stop at historical points along the way and listen to the history and origins of these districts.
With advanced notice, we can fulfill most requests (allergies, vegetarians, etc.).
What to Bring on Our Raleigh Oakwood Tour
- Bring a photo ID.
- Tours run rain or shine so bring a rain jacket and or umbrella if rain is in the forecast. Often times in North Carolina,storms and rain showers appear and move out of the area quickly.We will be going inside the establishments on the tour and,in the event of inclement weather,will adjust the schedule if needed.
- Water.
- Cash or Venmo to tip your guide. Guide gratuity not included. Our guides make every effort to ensure you have a great tour experience. Gratuities are always welcomed and appreciated, it is standard in the service industry to tip 15-20 percent of the ticket price.
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