Get to Know the Area
Triangle landmarks & highlights
From research and universities to parks and culture, here's what makes the Triangle a special place to call home.
Research Triangle Park
One of the largest research parks in the country and a major regional employment hub anchoring the Triangle economy.
NC State, Duke & UNC
Three major universities give the region its energy, culture, healthcare, and sports, a defining feature of Triangle life.
William B. Umstead State Park
Thousands of acres of forest, trails, and lakes between Raleigh, Cary, and Durham for hiking and the outdoors.
Downtown Cary Park
A signature new public park that has become a centerpiece of life in Cary.
American Tobacco District
Durham's celebrated adaptive-reuse district blending history, dining, and the Durham Performing Arts Center.
Franklin Street, Chapel Hill
The lively heart of this classic college town, lined with shops, restaurants, and UNC tradition.
RDU International Airport
Centrally located and well-connected, making travel easy from anywhere in the Triangle.
Eno River & Greenways
An extensive network of rivers, greenways, and trails threads through the region's communities.