Where to stay in Apex
Holiday Inn Express Apex-Raleigh
1006 Marco Drive, NC, 27502
Free Wi-Fi and an ergonomically designed in-room workstation, as well as a large event room and 24-hour business center, makes this hotel ideal for those in the city for work. There’s a breakfast buffet to fuel you for those meetings and you can take a dip in the outdoor pool or enjoy a quick workout in the fitness center.
Comfort Inn Apex-Holly Springs
1411 East Williams Street, NC, 27539
This hotel is a short drive from Research Triangle Park and has everything the business traveler could need, from fast and free Wi-Fi to copy and fax services. It’s also the ideal base for those on vacation, too. Spend the day lounging around the outdoor pool before heading back to your comfortable, modern room.
Candlewood Suites Apex Raleigh Area
1005 Marco Drive, NC, 27502
You’ll feel right at home at this hotel that has all the amenities you need for an enjoyable stay. The Candlewood Cupboard restaurant serves snacks and meals 24 hours a day and there’s an outdoor barbecue grill that you’re welcome to use for al fresco dining. Need some laundry doing? Then be sure to take advantage of the complimentary service.
Where to eat in Apex
Scratch Kitchen and Taproom
225 North Salem Street, NC, 27502
Meals are ‘made from scratch’ at this restaurant in downtown Apex. Brunch is served over the weekend with dishes such as crème brulee French toast and Korean benedict with smoked pork belly. Stop by for lunch and sample some of the main dishes such as hearty mac and cheese that can be served in a burger or even alongside fresh lobster.
Vegan Community Kitchen
803 East Williams Street, NC, 27502
Whether you follow a plant-based diet or just want a change from your usual cuisine, this is the perfect eatery to visit in Apex. The restaurant, which also has a branch in Istanbul, Turkey, prepares entirely vegan Mediterranean-inspired dishes using local ingredients. On the menu are burgers, kebabs and wraps to satisfy all appetites.
Salem Street Pub
113 North Salem Street, NC, 27502
Salem Street Pub is known for serving the tastiest burgers in Apex. The patty melt has been voted best on the menu but ‘My Wife Said It Would Never Sell’ is a unique offering with unlikely toppings including peanut butter and honey. Don’t want a burger? There’s also buffalo wings, sandwiches and salads on the menu.
What to do in Apex
Apex Nature Park
2600 Evans Road, NC, 27502
This is one of several fine parks scattered across the city and offers scenic surroundings for a stroll or picnic. There’s also a disc golf course, a playground for little ones and tennis courts. During the summer, the amphitheater hosts a program of movies and concerts.
Whole Brain Escape
410 Upchurch Street, NC, 27502
Fancy doing something a little different while you’re in Apex? Then why not visit this award-winning escape room. Whether you’re visiting with your partner, the whole family or even a team from work, you can tackle the clues in rooms such as Escape the Supervillain’s Lair and Bustin’ Out of the Eighties.
Jordan Lake State Recreation Area
280 State Park Road, NC, 27523
Less than 15 minutes’ drive from Apex you’ll find a 14,000-acre reservoir and its impressive shoreline, featuring several beaches. There are also 14 miles of hiking trails which you can follow before heading down to the water to cool off. You can also camp here too.