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Visiting Durham

Travelers to Durham give high marks for the fun sporting events, college vibe, and shopping. This city also attracts tourists with its live music, festivals, and entertainment choices. Top sights around the area include Kenan Stadium and PNC Arena.

• You'll find 326 Expedia hotels and other accommodations in the larger area of Raleigh
• The closest major airport is in Raleigh, NC (RDU-Raleigh - Durham Intl.), 10.5 mi (16.8 km) from the city center

Sightseeing and Staying in Durham

Known for its live music, festivals, and theaters, the city's cultural venues include Carolina Theater, Manbites Dog Theater, and Nasher Museum of Art at Duke University. Shopping is one of the favorite things to do, so consider an excursion to Brightleaf Square, Northgate Mall, and Streets at Southpoint Mall. Baseball fans will find lots to cheer about, while everyone can enjoy an event or game at Durham Bulls Athletic Park, Wallace Wade Stadium, or Cameron Indoor Stadium.

In Durham, you'll be able to select from 75 hotels and other lodging options so you'll have a variety of choices for a perfect vacation. Here are top ranked ones based on Expedia user reviews:

• The King's Daughters Inn - With a stay at this 4.5-star bed & breakfast, guests can enjoy access to free breakfast and free parking, along with free WiFi. It's a favorite with Expedia travelers for its central location and room size.
• Washington Duke Inn & Golf Club - Our customers like the helpful staff and comfortable rooms at this hotel. With a stay at this 4-star hotel, guests can enjoy access to a golf course and 3 restaurants, along with free WiFi.
• Arrowhead Inn - This 4.5-star bed & breakfast features free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking.

Outside the city, popular places to visit include Lenovo, 10.2 mi/16.4 km from the city center, and Kenan Stadium, which is 10.2 mi (16.5 km) away.

Getting Around Durham

If you want to venture outside of the area, hop on a train at Durham Station. Durham may not have many public transit choices so consider renting a car to explore more.

Dressing for Durham

• Between January and March, you can expect the daytime average to be around 66°F and the nighttime average to be 27°F
• From April to June, temperatures average about 87°F during the day and 39°F at night
• July through September averages 87°F during the day and 53°F at night
• In October-December, the average temperature is 74°F during the day and 27°F at night
• Average annual rainfall for Durham is 47.83 inches
• Hottest months are usually July and August with an average temperature of 86°F, while the coldest months are January and December with an average of 28°F