Downtown Durham Travel Guide

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Downtown Durham
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Popular places to visit

American Tobacco Campus

American Tobacco Campus

You can learn about the history of Durham with a trip to American Tobacco Campus. Experience the entertainment choices or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.

American Tobacco Campus
Brightleaf Square

Brightleaf Square

You can do some window-shopping at Brightleaf Square during your visit to Durham. Discover the lively festivals and stunning cathedral in this family-friendly area.

Brightleaf Square
Duke University

Duke University

Take a campus tour or just explore the area around Duke University, a top university in Durham. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's stunning cathedral.

Duke University
North Carolina State University

North Carolina State University

Walk around the campus of North Carolina State University, a top university in Raleigh. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

North Carolina State University
Lenovo Center

Lenovo Center

Catch an event at Lenovo Center during your trip to Raleigh. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

Lenovo Center
University of North Carolina

University of North Carolina

Take a campus tour or just explore the area of University of North Carolina during your travels in Chapel Hill. Experience the area's entertainment choices or attend a sporting event.

University of North Carolina

Things to do

Durham: True Crime Tour

Durham: True Crime Tour

฿428
per adult
Durham: True Crime Tour
Durham African American History Tour

Durham African American History Tour

฿609
per adult
Durham African American History Tour
Downtown Durham Historian-Guided Walking Tour

Downtown Durham Historian-Guided Walking Tour

฿609
per adult
Downtown Durham Historian-Guided Walking Tour
Guided Walking Historian Tour in Downtown Durham

Guided Walking Historian Tour in Downtown Durham

฿609
per adult
Guided Walking Historian Tour in Downtown Durham
Raleigh True Crime Tour

Raleigh True Crime Tour

฿609
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Raleigh True Crime Tour
Raleigh Downtown: Historic Walking Tours

Raleigh Downtown Historian-Guided Walking Tour

฿609
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Raleigh Downtown Historian-Guided Walking Tour
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Top hotels in Downtown Durham

Unscripted Durham, Part of JDV by Hyatt

Unscripted Durham, Part of JDV by Hyatt

3.5 out of 5
202 N Corcoran St, Durham, NC
The price is ฿4,411 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
฿4,411
฿5,547 total
21 Sept - 22 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star eco-certified hotel in Durham. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"I am super proud man made you feel happy to be there"

Reviewed on 9 Sept 2025

Unscripted Durham, Part of JDV by Hyatt
21c Museum Hotel Durham

21c Museum Hotel Durham

4 out of 5
111 North Corcoran Street, Durham, NC
The price is ฿5,681 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
฿5,681
฿6,606 total
21 Sept - 22 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Durham. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"The art collection was incredible."

Reviewed on 29 Aug 2025

21c Museum Hotel Durham
Sonesta Select Raleigh Durham Airport Morrisville

Sonesta Select Raleigh Durham Airport Morrisville

3 out of 5
2001 Hospitality Ct, Morrisville, NC
The price is ฿3,149 per night from 22 Sept to 23 Sept
฿3,149
฿3,566 total
22 Sept - 23 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Morrisville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,410 reviews)
"Directions to the property were unclear. Sign not visible from road. Parking lot not well lighted. Good for hotel transfer"

Reviewed on 9 Sept 2025

Sonesta Select Raleigh Durham Airport Morrisville
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Raleigh-Durham Airport, NC

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Raleigh-Durham Airport, NC

3 out of 5
201 Airgate Dr, Morrisville, NC
The price is ฿3,044 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
฿3,044
฿3,447 total
21 Sept - 22 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Morrisville. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,646 reviews)
"This is a wonderful place to stay. Convenient to the airport, I-40 and the surrounding Raleigh/Cary/Morrisville area. The staff is wonderful. The rooms are clean, comfortable and quiet. Great free breakfast, too."

Reviewed on 9 Sept 2025

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Raleigh-Durham Airport, NC
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Raleigh Durham Intl AP

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Raleigh Durham Intl AP

3 out of 5
1001 Hospitality Ct, Morrisville, NC
The price is ฿2,623 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
฿2,623
฿2,971 total
21 Sept - 22 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Morrisville. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8/10 Very Good! (3,527 reviews)
"I absolutely loved this place! I stayed for 3 nights. Tatiana was a sweetheart while checking me in. I usually disinfect every hotel I stay at but didn’t need to with my room except for the door knobs, remote and some bathroom services only cause I have I WANTED to NOT cause I HAD to. The location ..."

Reviewed on 8 Sept 2025

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Raleigh Durham Intl AP
The Umstead Hotel and Spa

The Umstead Hotel and Spa

5 out of 5
100 Woodland Pond Dr, Cary, NC
The price is ฿11,682 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
฿11,682
฿13,230 total
21 Sept - 22 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Cary. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the room service in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (690 reviews)
"Excellent, friendly staff, delish food, luxury and relaxation, spa was top notch. Very accommodating hotel and spa."

Reviewed on 28 Aug 2025

The Umstead Hotel and Spa
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Durham

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Trinity Park

Trinity Park might not have many top sights, but Brightleaf Square and Carolina Theatre are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Trinity Park
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East Durham

While East Durham isn't home to many top sights, Durham Performing Arts Center and American Tobacco Campus are some notable places to visit nearby.

East Durham
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9th Street District

The restaurants and shopping are just a few features travellers like about 9th Street District. If you want to do some sightseeing nearby, Sarah P. Duke Gardens and Northgate Mall are a few top places to visit.

9th Street District
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Northwest Raleigh

3/5(1 area review)

If you're spending some time in Northwest Raleigh, Crabtree Valley Mall and William B. Umstead State Park are top sights worth seeing.

Northwest Raleigh
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North Raleigh

While visiting North Raleigh, you might make a stop by sights like Durant Nature Preserve and Lafayette Village.

North Raleigh
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Downtown Cary

If you're spending some time in Downtown Cary, Bond Brothers Beer Company and Cary Arts Center are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown Cary

Downtown Durham Travel Guide