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Raleigh: Downtown to NC State

Sorry State's punk and hard-to-find records downtown, then two shops near NC State: Schoolkids, which sells beer on tap, and Nice Price Books & Records.

Walkable · 3 stops · about 2.7 miles. Every stop is close enough to walk. The whole route is about 3 miles or less, so you can leave the car behind. What do route types mean?

The 3 stops

1. 1. Sorry State Records

   Downtown Raleigh · Punk/Indie, Rock · $$

   Raleigh gem known for punk and hard-to-find records, curated by people who clearly know the music.

   Tip: Check the discount bins near the checkout — real finds turn up there for under $5.

   317 W Morgan St APT 105, Raleigh, NC 27601, USA

   Hours

   Monday	12:00 - 8:00 PM
   Tuesday	12:00 - 8:00 PM
   Wednesday	12:00 - 8:00 PM
   Thursday	12:00 - 8:00 PM
   Friday	12:00 - 8:00 PM
   Saturday	12:00 - 8:00 PM
   Sunday	12:00 - 7:00 PM

   See it in the app Map +1 919-977-4704

2. 2. Schoolkids Records

   NC State · Metal, Rock, General · $$

   Quirky NC State-area shop that sells beer on tap alongside a strong metal CD collection.

   Tip: Prices lean higher on used vinyl — compare with other Triangle shops before committing.

   2237 Avent Ferry Rd, Raleigh, NC 27606, USA

   Hours

   Monday	11:00 AM - 7:00 PM
   Tuesday	11:00 AM - 7:00 PM
   Wednesday	11:00 AM - 7:00 PM
   Thursday	11:00 AM - 7:00 PM
   Friday	11:00 AM - 7:00 PM
   Saturday	11:00 AM - 7:00 PM
   Sunday	11:00 AM - 7:00 PM

   See it in the app Map +1 919-821-7766

3. 3. Nice Price Books & Records

   Hillsborough Street · Rock, Metal, General · $

   Books-and-records combo near NC State with constantly rotating indie, rock, and metal stock.

   Tip: Dig through the $1 crate — regulars report finding sealed records mixed in.

   3106 Hillsborough St, Raleigh, NC 27607, USA

   Hours

   Monday	11:00 AM - 7:00 PM
   Tuesday	11:00 AM - 7:00 PM
   Wednesday	11:00 AM - 7:00 PM
   Thursday	11:00 AM - 7:00 PM
   Friday	11:00 AM - 7:00 PM
   Saturday	11:00 AM - 7:00 PM
   Sunday	11:00 AM - 7:00 PM

   See it in the app Map +1 919-829-0230

Hours and details come from public listings and may have changed. Small shops often keep short or irregular hours, so check or call before a long trip. See something wrong? Use Still open? in the app and we will look into it.

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