6 days in Raleigh & Oakland Itinerary

For those not from the South, Raleigh might be one of the region's better-kept travel secrets.

Go for a jaunt from Raleigh to Durham to see Sarah P. Duke Gardens about 34 minutes away. There's still lots to do: get a new perspective on nature at North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences, hike along Neuse River Trail, admire the masterpieces at North Carolina Museum of Art, and examine the collection at North Carolina Museum of History.

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Philadelphia to Raleigh is an approximately 4.5-hour flight. You can also drive; or take a train. August in Raleigh sees daily highs of 88°F and lows of 69°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 1st (Sun) to allow time to travel to Oakland.

Start off your visit on the 2nd (Mon): learn about winemaking at Castello di Amorosa, learn about winemaking at V. Sattui Winery, and then delve into the lush surroundings at Muir Woods National Monument. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 3rd (Tue): look for gifts at Oxbow Public Market and then indulge your senses at some of the top wineries in the area.

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Getting from Raleigh to Oakland by flight takes about 9 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 3 hours traveling from Raleigh to Oakland. Expect slightly colder temperatures when traveling from Raleigh in September; daily highs in Oakland reach 76°F and lows reach 57°F. You will have some time to spend on the 4th (Wed) before leaving for home.