Experience Raleigh, N.C.
Tap into Raleigh's heartbeatWe partner with microentrepreneurs, cultural ambassadors, experts, and guides all over the Raleigh area to help share their stories and co-create the most interesting local experiences we can. Peer behind the curtain of your favorite food, drinks, art, and more, to connect with Raleigh in a way that puts its people first.
Experience Raleigh, N.C.
Tap into Raleigh's heartbeatWe partner with microentrepreneurs, cultural ambassadors, experts, and guides all over the Raleigh area to help share their stories and co-create the most interesting local experiences we can.
What is People-First Tourism?
We’re honored! Sisterhood of the Skyline, our video celebrating the bond between artists and the places that spark their creativity, just won a Telly Award! Big thanks to VisitRaleigh and Swift Creek Media for their incredible support. Want to see that connection in action? Explore our upcoming Brush the Skyline events here.
And there’s more—People-First Tourism was recently featured in a PBS story highlighting the power of authentic local experiences. Check out the videos above to see how we’re helping travelers and creators connect in meaningful ways.
Check out our weekly experiences below,
or book something just for you…
Check out our weekly experiences below, or book something just for you…
Upcoming Experiences
An Evening Picking Flowers – Garden Tour & Floral Arrangement Workshop
Wrenn's Farm 5078 Brantley Rd, Zebulon, NC, United StatesIdyllic, I think is the word, for picking flowers, contemplating colors, enjoying a cold drink, and sharing some homemade ice cream... In collaboration with Wrenn's Farm: Christina began growing cut […]
Brush the Skyline – Watercolors and Brews Workshop
Wye Hill 201 S Boylan Ave, Raleigh, NC, United StatesEnjoy a beer or cocktail from Wye Hill Brewery while painting a beautiful landscape of Raleigh's iconic Boylan Bridge skyline... In collaboration with Wye Hill Kitchen and Brewery: Mali Barnett, […]
Tea Etiquette & Tastings – An Afternoon Extravaganza of British Elegance
Sophie's Grill and Bar 2734 NC-55, Cary, NC, United StatesOne of the great privileges of NC is its depth of cultural inspirations… In collaboration with Sophie's Grill and Bar: Celebrate Old-World traditions in a flamboyant afternoon of British elegance […]
Art in the Garden: Nature, Creativity, Community
Join us at a tiny oasis! Step into serenity and creativity with Art in the Garden – MIDTOWN, a refreshing outdoor watercolor experience nestled in the peaceful moss garden of […]
Borrowing Something Sweet – Honey Tasting & Hive Tour
Stone Ridge Farm Market 408 Temple-Johnson Rd, Zebulon, NC, United StatesBees keep the world sweet and flourishing... This experience, hosted by Steve and Shannon Baxter—local beekeepers and owners of Baxter’s Bees—offers a fascinating exploration into the origins of the things […]
Spin & Sip! A Wool Preparation Workshop with Suzy Hasanin
The Portal HQ 3801 Hillsborough St #113, Raleigh, NC, United StatesWhat could be better than spinning wool and sipping mimosas? In collaboration with The Portal HQ: Join Suzy Hasanin, a lifelong fiber artist, host of People-First Tourism's Cookies and Crochet […]
Culture At the Mic
The Portal HQ 3801 Hillsborough St #113, Raleigh, NC, United StatesPoetry like you've never heard it before... In collaboration with The Portal HQ: Culture At the Mic is an ongoing showcase of talented local artists hosted by The Portal HQ […]
A Taste of Eastern Europe – Guided Dinner and Wine Pairing with Local Chefs
Sophie's Grill and Bar 2734 NC-55, Cary, NC, United StatesOne of the great privileges of NC is its depth of cultural inspirations... In collaboration with Sophie's Grill and Bar: Eastern Europe meets Raleigh, North Carolina. Celebrate old world flavors […]
Brush the Skyline: Nature’s Beauty – Watercolors and Brews Workshop
The Backyard Bar 2901 US 64, Apex, United StatesIn collaboration with The Backyard Bar: Unwind, get creative, and let nature inspire you—with a competitive twist! Join Raleigh native and local artist Mali Barnett for a laid-back yet lively […]
Downtown Apex Treasure Hunt
Oaklyn Springs Taproom 209 N Salem St, Apex, United StatesDowntown Apex Treasure Hunt Information: Guests will meet our treasure hunt guide at Oaklyn Springs Taproom (209 N. Salem St., Apex, NC 27502). After an initial briefing, your team will […]
Tapestry Weaving Workshop at Lucky Tree Cafe
Lucky Tree 3801 Hillsborough St, Raleigh, NC, United StatesBring your creativity into the frame with fiber arts... In collaboration with Lucky Tree: Explore a local space filled with art, coffee, and sweets to learn something new from an […]
An Evening Picking Flowers – Garden Tour & Floral Arrangement Workshop
Wrenn's Farm 5078 Brantley Rd, Zebulon, NC, United StatesIdyllic, I think is the word, for picking flowers, contemplating colors, enjoying a cold drink, and sharing some homemade ice cream... In collaboration with Wrenn's Farm: Christina began growing cut […]
Coffee Stroll Through Downtown Raleigh
Marbles Kids Museum 201 E Hargett St, Raleigh, NC, United StatesGertrude Stein once said, “Coffee is a lot more than just a drink; it’s something happening. Not as in hip, but like an event, a place to be, but not […]
Brush the Skyline – Watercolors and Brews Workshop
Wye Hill 201 S Boylan Ave, Raleigh, NC, United StatesEnjoy a beer or cocktail from Wye Hill Brewery while painting a beautiful landscape of Raleigh's iconic Boylan Bridge skyline... In collaboration with Wye Hill Kitchen and Brewery: Dominique Weatherspoon, […]
Tea Etiquette & Tastings – An Afternoon Extravaganza of British Elegance
Sophie's Grill and Bar 2734 NC-55, Cary, NC, United StatesOne of the great privileges of NC is its depth of cultural inspirations… In collaboration with Sophie's Grill and Bar: Celebrate Old-World traditions in a flamboyant afternoon of British elegance […]
An Evening Picking Flowers – Garden Tour & Floral Arrangement Workshop
Wrenn's Farm 5078 Brantley Rd, Zebulon, NC, United StatesIdyllic, I think is the word, for picking flowers, contemplating colors, enjoying a cold drink, and sharing some homemade ice cream... In collaboration with Wrenn's Farm: Christina began growing cut […]
Borrowing Something Sweet – Honey Tasting & Hive Tour
Stone Ridge Farm Market 408 Temple-Johnson Rd, Zebulon, NC, United StatesBees keep the world sweet and flourishing... This experience, hosted by Steve and Shannon Baxter—local beekeepers and owners of Baxter’s Bees—offers a fascinating exploration into the origins of the things […]
Tapestry Weaving Workshop at Lucky Tree Cafe
Lucky Tree 3801 Hillsborough St, Raleigh, NC, United StatesBring your creativity into the frame with fiber arts... In collaboration with Lucky Tree: Explore a local space filled with art, coffee, and sweets to learn something new from an […]
Brush the Skyline – Watercolors and Brews Workshop
Wye Hill 201 S Boylan Ave, Raleigh, NC, United StatesEnjoy a beer or cocktail from Wye Hill Brewery while painting a beautiful landscape of Raleigh's iconic Boylan Bridge skyline... In collaboration with Wye Hill Kitchen and Brewery: Mali Barnett, […]
Art in the Garden: Nature, Creativity, Community
Join us at a tiny oasis! Step into serenity and creativity with Art in the Garden – MIDTOWN, a refreshing outdoor watercolor experience nestled in the peaceful moss garden of […]
An Evening Picking Flowers – Garden Tour & Floral Arrangement Workshop
Wrenn's Farm 5078 Brantley Rd, Zebulon, NC, United StatesIdyllic, I think is the word, for picking flowers, contemplating colors, enjoying a cold drink, and sharing some homemade ice cream... In collaboration with Wrenn's Farm: Christina began growing cut […]
Spin & Sip! A Wool Preparation Workshop with Suzy Hasanin
The Portal HQ 3801 Hillsborough St #113, Raleigh, NC, United StatesWhat could be better than spinning wool and sipping mimosas? In collaboration with The Portal HQ: Join Suzy Hasanin, a lifelong fiber artist, host of People-First Tourism's Cookies and Crochet […]
Brush the Skyline – Watercolors and Brews Workshop
Wye Hill 201 S Boylan Ave, Raleigh, NC, United StatesEnjoy a beer or cocktail from Wye Hill Brewery while painting a beautiful landscape of Raleigh's iconic Boylan Bridge skyline... In collaboration with Wye Hill Kitchen and Brewery: Dominique Weatherspoon, […]
Coffee Stroll Through Downtown Raleigh
Videri Chocolate Factory 327 W Davie St., Raleigh, United StatesGertrude Stein once said, “Coffee is a lot more than just a drink; it’s something happening. Not as in hip, but like an event, a place to be, but not […]
Borrowing Something Sweet – Honey Tasting & Hive Tour
Stone Ridge Farm Market 408 Temple-Johnson Rd, Zebulon, NC, United StatesBees keep the world sweet and flourishing... This experience, hosted by Steve and Shannon Baxter—local beekeepers and owners of Baxter’s Bees—offers a fascinating exploration into the origins of the things […]
Upcoming Experiences
An Evening Picking Flowers – Garden Tour & Floral Arrangement Workshop
Wrenn's Farm 5078 Brantley Rd, Zebulon, NC, United StatesIdyllic, I think is the word, for picking flowers, contemplating colors, enjoying a cold drink, and sharing some homemade ice cream... In collaboration with Wrenn's Farm: Christina began growing cut […]
Brush the Skyline – Watercolors and Brews Workshop
Wye Hill 201 S Boylan Ave, Raleigh, NC, United StatesEnjoy a beer or cocktail from Wye Hill Brewery while painting a beautiful landscape of Raleigh's iconic Boylan Bridge skyline... In collaboration with Wye Hill Kitchen and Brewery: Mali Barnett, […]
Tea Etiquette & Tastings – An Afternoon Extravaganza of British Elegance
Sophie's Grill and Bar 2734 NC-55, Cary, NC, United StatesOne of the great privileges of NC is its depth of cultural inspirations… In collaboration with Sophie's Grill and Bar: Celebrate Old-World traditions in a flamboyant afternoon of British elegance […]
Art in the Garden: Nature, Creativity, Community
Join us at a tiny oasis! Step into serenity and creativity with Art in the Garden – MIDTOWN, a refreshing outdoor watercolor experience nestled in the peaceful moss garden of […]
Borrowing Something Sweet – Honey Tasting & Hive Tour
Stone Ridge Farm Market 408 Temple-Johnson Rd, Zebulon, NC, United StatesBees keep the world sweet and flourishing... This experience, hosted by Steve and Shannon Baxter—local beekeepers and owners of Baxter’s Bees—offers a fascinating exploration into the origins of the things […]
Spin & Sip! A Wool Preparation Workshop with Suzy Hasanin
The Portal HQ 3801 Hillsborough St #113, Raleigh, NC, United StatesWhat could be better than spinning wool and sipping mimosas? In collaboration with The Portal HQ: Join Suzy Hasanin, a lifelong fiber artist, host of People-First Tourism's Cookies and Crochet […]
Culture At the Mic
The Portal HQ 3801 Hillsborough St #113, Raleigh, NC, United StatesPoetry like you've never heard it before... In collaboration with The Portal HQ: Culture At the Mic is an ongoing showcase of talented local artists hosted by The Portal HQ […]
A Taste of Eastern Europe – Guided Dinner and Wine Pairing with Local Chefs
Sophie's Grill and Bar 2734 NC-55, Cary, NC, United StatesOne of the great privileges of NC is its depth of cultural inspirations... In collaboration with Sophie's Grill and Bar: Eastern Europe meets Raleigh, North Carolina. Celebrate old world flavors […]
Brush the Skyline: Nature’s Beauty – Watercolors and Brews Workshop
The Backyard Bar 2901 US 64, Apex, United StatesIn collaboration with The Backyard Bar: Unwind, get creative, and let nature inspire you—with a competitive twist! Join Raleigh native and local artist Mali Barnett for a laid-back yet lively […]
Downtown Apex Treasure Hunt
Oaklyn Springs Taproom 209 N Salem St, Apex, United StatesDowntown Apex Treasure Hunt Information: Guests will meet our treasure hunt guide at Oaklyn Springs Taproom (209 N. Salem St., Apex, NC 27502). After an initial briefing, your team will […]
Tapestry Weaving Workshop at Lucky Tree Cafe
Lucky Tree 3801 Hillsborough St, Raleigh, NC, United StatesBring your creativity into the frame with fiber arts... In collaboration with Lucky Tree: Explore a local space filled with art, coffee, and sweets to learn something new from an […]
An Evening Picking Flowers – Garden Tour & Floral Arrangement Workshop
Wrenn's Farm 5078 Brantley Rd, Zebulon, NC, United StatesIdyllic, I think is the word, for picking flowers, contemplating colors, enjoying a cold drink, and sharing some homemade ice cream... In collaboration with Wrenn's Farm: Christina began growing cut […]
Coffee Stroll Through Downtown Raleigh
Marbles Kids Museum 201 E Hargett St, Raleigh, NC, United StatesGertrude Stein once said, “Coffee is a lot more than just a drink; it’s something happening. Not as in hip, but like an event, a place to be, but not […]
Brush the Skyline – Watercolors and Brews Workshop
Wye Hill 201 S Boylan Ave, Raleigh, NC, United StatesEnjoy a beer or cocktail from Wye Hill Brewery while painting a beautiful landscape of Raleigh's iconic Boylan Bridge skyline... In collaboration with Wye Hill Kitchen and Brewery: Dominique Weatherspoon, […]
Tea Etiquette & Tastings – An Afternoon Extravaganza of British Elegance
Sophie's Grill and Bar 2734 NC-55, Cary, NC, United StatesOne of the great privileges of NC is its depth of cultural inspirations… In collaboration with Sophie's Grill and Bar: Celebrate Old-World traditions in a flamboyant afternoon of British elegance […]
An Evening Picking Flowers – Garden Tour & Floral Arrangement Workshop
Wrenn's Farm 5078 Brantley Rd, Zebulon, NC, United StatesIdyllic, I think is the word, for picking flowers, contemplating colors, enjoying a cold drink, and sharing some homemade ice cream... In collaboration with Wrenn's Farm: Christina began growing cut […]
Borrowing Something Sweet – Honey Tasting & Hive Tour
Stone Ridge Farm Market 408 Temple-Johnson Rd, Zebulon, NC, United StatesBees keep the world sweet and flourishing... This experience, hosted by Steve and Shannon Baxter—local beekeepers and owners of Baxter’s Bees—offers a fascinating exploration into the origins of the things […]
Tapestry Weaving Workshop at Lucky Tree Cafe
Lucky Tree 3801 Hillsborough St, Raleigh, NC, United StatesBring your creativity into the frame with fiber arts... In collaboration with Lucky Tree: Explore a local space filled with art, coffee, and sweets to learn something new from an […]
Brush the Skyline – Watercolors and Brews Workshop
Wye Hill 201 S Boylan Ave, Raleigh, NC, United StatesEnjoy a beer or cocktail from Wye Hill Brewery while painting a beautiful landscape of Raleigh's iconic Boylan Bridge skyline... In collaboration with Wye Hill Kitchen and Brewery: Mali Barnett, […]
Art in the Garden: Nature, Creativity, Community
Join us at a tiny oasis! Step into serenity and creativity with Art in the Garden – MIDTOWN, a refreshing outdoor watercolor experience nestled in the peaceful moss garden of […]
An Evening Picking Flowers – Garden Tour & Floral Arrangement Workshop
Wrenn's Farm 5078 Brantley Rd, Zebulon, NC, United StatesIdyllic, I think is the word, for picking flowers, contemplating colors, enjoying a cold drink, and sharing some homemade ice cream... In collaboration with Wrenn's Farm: Christina began growing cut […]
Spin & Sip! A Wool Preparation Workshop with Suzy Hasanin
The Portal HQ 3801 Hillsborough St #113, Raleigh, NC, United StatesWhat could be better than spinning wool and sipping mimosas? In collaboration with The Portal HQ: Join Suzy Hasanin, a lifelong fiber artist, host of People-First Tourism's Cookies and Crochet […]
Brush the Skyline – Watercolors and Brews Workshop
Wye Hill 201 S Boylan Ave, Raleigh, NC, United StatesEnjoy a beer or cocktail from Wye Hill Brewery while painting a beautiful landscape of Raleigh's iconic Boylan Bridge skyline... In collaboration with Wye Hill Kitchen and Brewery: Dominique Weatherspoon, […]
Coffee Stroll Through Downtown Raleigh
Videri Chocolate Factory 327 W Davie St., Raleigh, United StatesGertrude Stein once said, “Coffee is a lot more than just a drink; it’s something happening. Not as in hip, but like an event, a place to be, but not […]
Borrowing Something Sweet – Honey Tasting & Hive Tour
Stone Ridge Farm Market 408 Temple-Johnson Rd, Zebulon, NC, United StatesBees keep the world sweet and flourishing... This experience, hosted by Steve and Shannon Baxter—local beekeepers and owners of Baxter’s Bees—offers a fascinating exploration into the origins of the things […]
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