5 Places in Raleigh to Photograph this Fall

Nothing quite beats the excitement of capturing a perfect moment in a photograph. Whether you’re an experienced or beginner photographer, Raleigh is home to some beautiful areas that will leave you feeling inspired. So grab your camera, brush up on the newest photography trends and get ready to hit the town. Below we’ve highlighted some of the top areas to photograph in the Raleigh area during the Fall.

Raleigh Little Theatre Rose Garden

Calming, relaxing, and breathtaking all perfectly describe Raleigh Little Theatre Rose Garden. For those looking for a variety of gorgeous flowers, this Rose Garden certainly doesn’t disappoint. Plus, this outdoor venue also includes benches for seating, picnic tables, a gazebo, and an amphitheater that all make a great backdrop for photos. Being a bit off the beaten path, this Rose Garden quickly eliminates the stress of day-to-day chaos as soon as you enter the property.

Duke University

Walking around this campus will make you feel as if you stepped into a wonderland of beautiful architecture and gorgeous foliage and landscaping. While you really can’t go wrong with photographing any spot on campus, one of the more popular destinations is Duke University’s west campus. Going here will lead you to amazing photos of incredibly detailed stonework buildings that will leave you inspired and yearning for more.

Lassiter Mill Park

This hidden gem is located at the intersection of Lassiter Mill Road & Lassiter Falls Circle. Home to a beautiful, well-kept wooden bridge, this park also includes a gorgeous dam on Crabtree Creek and a great meandering walking trail. Here you can also see remnants of an old working mill. For those looking to get practice some nature photography, this place really can’t be beat!

Downtown Durham

Those whose photography taste tends more toward an urban feel should definitely make a visit to Downtown Durham. Exploring in the west end of the downtown area will lead you to two historic Romanesque-style tobacco warehouses. Paralleling each other, the courtyard in between yields to incredible views of both historic buildings. Being recently revitalized, this area has been renovated for shops and restaurants giving it a truly unique feel.

Durham Central Park

Encompassing quite an accumulation of different attractions, Durham Central Park is a great place to explore for all photography lovers. This arts-themed park in the downtown area features open spaces, gardens filled with different types of flora and fauna along with local art. This park is also home to Durham Farmer’s Market and the Craft Fair, which makes taking photos very entertaining on those event days.

For those looking for some photography inspiration, these locations will do just that! Additionally, remember that many locations have a whole different look if you visit them at night or during a different season. So the next time you are looking for somewhere new to practice your photography skills, any of the above will definitely do the trick.

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*Based on 2016 EPA mileage/highway estimates and driving range ratings. Use for comparison purposes only. Your MPGe/MPG and driving range will vary depending on driving conditions, how you drive and maintain your vehicle, battery age/condition, and other factors. For additional information about EPA ratings, visit http://www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/label/learn-more-PHEV-label.shtml

*MSRP excluding tax, license, registration, destination charge and options. Dealer prices may vary.