IKE Kiosks Provide Enhanced Pedestrian Experience in Downtown Raleigh

Downtown Raleigh Alliance and the City of Raleigh are supporting the deployment of IKE Smart City kiosks in Downtown Raleigh, to enhance the downtown experience with wayfinding elements for residents and visitors alike. The multi-lingual ADA-compliant digital kiosks activate the pedestrian experience through interactive touchscreens and an engaging suite of applications that support area business, improve mobility, and provide valuable resources and services to the Downtown Raleigh community.

Deployed in over 16 cities across the U.S. like Baltimore, Tampa, Miami, Houston, and Tempe - the intent of the kiosks is to enhance access and increase information to help pedestrians navigate and explore all Downtown Raleigh has to offer. Wayfinding elements incorporated into the kiosks provide a tool for patrons to navigate through and to each of the unique districts that make up our downtown community.

The kiosks provide:

Wayfinding to nearby local businesses and attractions
Mobility information
Information on upcoming downtown events and activities
Community and social service resources
A built in photo booth (say cheese!)
General information and community messages
A continually evolving suite of applications to serve the needs of residents, employees and visitors alike

The kiosks do not require any money from the City of Raleigh or taxpayers. IKE Smart City delivers and operates all aspects of the program with revenue generated by strictly controlled advertising content.

Deployment was completed in the fall of 2024, with a total of 16 kiosks installed throughout Downtown Raleigh. Kiosk locations can be found at:

Martin & West
Martin & Fayetteville
Cabarrus & McDowell (Raleigh Convention Center)
Salisbury & South
Martin & Blount
Glenwood & Tucker
Glenwood & Lane
West & Peace
Wilmington & Martin
Fayetteville - City Plaza
Jones & N Wilmington
Hargett & Blount
Martin & McDowell
Wilmington & South
South & Blount
Halifax & Seaboard Ave

Additional video covering IKE kiosk features and functionality, here.

***Downtown Raleigh Alliance and the City of Raleigh do not condone or endorse any specific advertising content that may be sold by IKE Smart City. Advertising content is managed directly by IKE Smart City and may not include alcohol, tobacco, marijuana, nudity, pornography, lewd or sexually explicit content, political content or advertisements that are derogatory to any group. For more information about advertising content or to inquire about advertising on the kiosks please email SALESINQUIRY@IKESMARTCITY.COM

Additional Questions:

Mary Sell
Planning & Transportation Director, Downtown Raleigh Alliance
marysell@downtownraleigh.org
919.821.6983