Downtown Durham Travel Guide
Raleigh
Visit Downtown Durham
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
North Carolina State University
Walk around the campus at North Carolina State University as part of your travels around Raleigh. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
Raleigh Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Raleigh Convention Center during your trip to Raleigh. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
Lenovo Center
Catch an event at Lenovo Center during your trip to Raleigh. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
Things to do
Downtown Durham Historian-Guided Walking Tour
Guided Walking Historian Tour in Downtown Durham
Raleigh Downtown Historian-Guided Walking Tour
Raleigh Historian-Guided Downtown Walking Tour
Top hotels in Downtown Durham
21c Museum Hotel Durham
Aside from the heater barely working in the rooms in the middle of winter, it was a nice stay. We moved once and both rooms on both floors had poor heating it was uncomfortable. However, the staff were always professional and friendly. The 4 stars are for them
Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026
Unscripted Durham, Part of JDV by Hyatt
Great place
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026
The Umstead Hotel and Spa
The bed was an absolute dream. The service from every staff member was exceptional. The amenities were fantastic. This hotel is everything you have read and heard about but better.
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026
Sonesta Select Raleigh Durham Airport Morrisville
Room was excellent and I enjoyed my stay. The staff was excellent and helpful! Very nice place to stay!
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
Quality Inn & Suites Raleigh Durham Airport
Yes...overall experience was good
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Raleigh Durham Intl AP
Clean room!
Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Durham
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.
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 Brightleaf Square are a few top places to visit.
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.
North Garrett Road
When in North Garrett Road, you can plan a visit to Bowlero Durham and Cameron Indoor Stadium, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Northwest Raleigh
If you're spending some time in Northwest Raleigh, Crabtree Valley Mall and William B. Umstead State Park are top sights worth seeing.
Crabtree Valley
You'll love the popular shops in Crabtree Valley, and you might want to stick around to check out Crabtree Valley Mall, a top place to visit.
