Downtown Durham Travel Guide

Raleigh
Downtown Durham

Popular places to visit

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American Tobacco Campus

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

American Tobacco Campus
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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
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Duke University

4.5/5(5 reviews)

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
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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
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PNC Arena

4/5(1 review)

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

PNC Arena
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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

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Durham Scavenger Hunt

฿775
Per adult
Durham Scavenger Hunt
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Durham Dash Scavenger Hunt

฿564
Per adult
Durham Dash Scavenger Hunt
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Downtown Durham Historian-Guided Walking Tour

฿564
Per adult
Downtown Durham Historian-Guided Walking Tour
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Durham African American History Tour

฿564
Per adult
Durham African American History Tour
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Guided Walking Historian Tour in Downtown Durham

฿564
Per adult
Guided Walking Historian Tour in Downtown Durham
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Durham: True Crime Tour

฿470
Per adult
Durham: True Crime Tour
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Top hotels in Downtown Durham

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Raleigh Durham Intl AP
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Raleigh Durham Intl AP
2.5 out of 5
1001 Hospitality Ct, Morrisville, NC
The price is ฿3,101 per night from 14 Jul to 15 Jul
฿3,101
per night
14 Jul - 15 Jul
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Morrisville. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
8/10 Very Good! (2,439 reviews)
"I liked the close proximity to the airport."

Reviewed on 12 Jun 2024

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Raleigh Durham Intl AP
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 ฿4,334 per night from 7 Jul to 8 Jul
฿4,334
per night
7 Jul - 8 Jul
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly 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! (937 reviews)
"Loved this hotel! Right in the heart of downtown, it was perfect. The rooftop bar/pool was cool, but the pool is a little small. But that’s not a big deal because the environment is fun! I truly loved it here and can’t wait to be back"

Reviewed on 12 Jun 2024

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 ฿5,889 per night from 23 Jun to 24 Jun
฿5,889
per night
23 Jun - 24 Jun
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Durham. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and a free local area shuttle. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (972 reviews)
"It is under renovation."

Reviewed on 31 May 2024

21c Museum Hotel Durham
Sonesta Select Durham Research Triangle Park
Sonesta Select Durham Research Triangle Park
3 out of 5
301 Residence Inn Blvd, Durham, NC
The price is ฿3,433 per night from 1 Jul to 2 Jul
฿3,433
per night
1 Jul - 2 Jul
Stay at this hotel in Durham. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,005 reviews)
Disappointed. Not the best Sonesta.
"My room had a terrible smell. It seemed to cause me from the hvac unit. The furniture was soiled."

Reviewed on 11 Jun 2024

Sonesta Select Durham Research Triangle Park
Hyatt Place Raleigh/Cary
Hyatt Place Raleigh/Cary
3 out of 5
710 Corporate Center Drive, Raleigh, NC
The price is ฿4,258 per night from 16 Jun to 17 Jun
฿4,258
per night
16 Jun - 17 Jun
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Raleigh. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,015 reviews)
"Close to the PNC Arena"

Reviewed on 5 Jun 2024

Hyatt Place Raleigh/Cary
Sonesta Select Raleigh Durham Airport Morrisville
Sonesta Select Raleigh Durham Airport Morrisville
3 out of 5
2001 Hospitality Ct, Morrisville, NC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿3,317 per night from 30 Jun to 1 Jul
฿3,317
per night
30 Jun - 1 Jul
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Morrisville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,007 reviews)
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Reviewed on 13 Jun 2024

Sonesta Select Raleigh Durham Airport Morrisville
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Durham

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Forest Hills

While Forest Hills may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Durham Bulls Athletic Park and Forest Hills Park.

Forest Hills
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East Durham

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

East Durham
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Hayes

While Hayes may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Durham Performing Arts Center and Durham Bulls Athletic Park.

Hayes
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North Garrett Road

When in North Garrett Road, you can plan a visit to Cameron Indoor Stadium and Wallace Wade Stadium, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

North Garrett Road
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Brier Creek Country Club

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Brier Creek Country Club and surrounding area, you can visit Frankie's Fun Park and Brier Creek Commons.

Brier Creek Country Club
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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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