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Exploring Raleigh-Durham, NC - Day 1

We had the pleasure of visiting Raleigh-Durham for my friend Linda’s wedding, and decided to make a weekend trip out of it to explore all that Raleigh-Durham had to offer. From the exciting food and drink scene to the city’s fascinating history and natural beauty, there was no shortage of things to see and do.

Transfer Co Food Hall

As soon as we landed, Transfer Co Food Hall was the first stop. With over tons of vendors in an early 1900s building, the food hall offers a diverse range of cuisine from all over the world. We grabbed a quick bite to eat, which was the perfect pick-me-up after the flight.

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The space itself is modern and inviting, with exposed brick walls, high ceilings, plenty of natural light, and communal tables throughout the hall.

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Chhote’s

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Dank Burrito

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transfer co food hall raleigh durham north carolina

21c Museum Hotel

After filling up on delicious food, we made our way to the 21c Museum Hotel in Durham. This contemporary art museum is housed in a historic bank building, complete with a restored bank vault. The vault’s intricate architecture and design was fascinating and it was definitely a unique experience to be inside it.

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21c museum hotel bank vault durham north carolina
21c museum hotel bank vault durham north carolina

Bar Virgile and Annexe

To cap off our first night in Raleigh-Durham, we headed to Bar Virgile and Annexe for some drinks and food. Bar Virgile is a cocktail bar with a laid back and cozy vibe, the perfect date spot. We ended up in the sister basement bar Annexe, which is a more casual space that has a variety of small plates to complement the drinks. This was the perfect way to unwind for the end of our first day.

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bar virgile annexe durham north carolina bar
bar virgile annexe durham north carolina bar
bar virgile annexe durham north carolina bar
bar virgile annexe durham north carolina bar
bar virgile annexe durham north carolina bar
bar virgile annexe durham north carolina bar
bar virgile annexe durham north carolina bar
bar virgile annexe durham north carolina bar
bar virgile annexe durham north carolina bar

Crispy friend oysters and wild mushrooms