Museum of Life and Science Tours

North Carolina Museum of Life and Science is a fantastic place to escape a rainy day. Here you can learn about all things science and have a bunch of fun at the same time.

This display of scientific achievements is located in Durham. Once you've explored everything you can at North Carolina Museum of Life and Science, check out nearby Duke University, Durham Performing Arts Center, and North Carolina Central University.

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Sonesta ES Suites Raleigh Durham Airport Morrisville

Sonesta ES Suites Raleigh Durham Airport Morrisville

3 out of 5
Price was $510, price is now $374 per person
$374
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Apr 16 - Apr 21
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Roundtrip flight included
Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to Raleigh (RDU)
8.8/10 Excellent! (886 reviews)
The first Room was a little messed up but they gave us a different room that was very nice, the staff was very nice and helpful and the breakfast was delicious, pancakes, eggs, sausage, home fries, baked goods, yogurt, cereal, full beautiful breakfast spread

Reviewed on Jan 26, 2026

Homewood Suites by Hilton Raleigh/Cary

Homewood Suites by Hilton Raleigh/Cary

3 out of 5
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Price was $706, price is now $499 per person
$499
per person
Apr 16 - Apr 21
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Roundtrip flight included
Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to Raleigh (RDU)
8.6/10 Excellent! (934 reviews)
Room was clean and cozy, the breakfast was wonderful and I love the fancy vibe of the hotel. The staff was also so endearing and helpful, if I ever travel to NC, I’m gonna try and stay here again for sure.

Reviewed on Jan 25, 2026

Landing Weston Lakeside Apartments

Landing Weston Lakeside Apartments

3 out of 5
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Price was $798, price is now $578 per person
$578
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Mar 6 - Mar 13
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Roundtrip flight included
Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to Raleigh (RDU)
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Best Lodging Options Near Museum of Life and Science

Hampton Inn & Suites Durham/North I-85

Hampton Inn & Suites Durham/North I-85

2.5 out of 5
1542 North Gregson Street Durham NC
Hampton Inn & Suites Durham/North I-85
Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG

2.5 out of 5
2516 Guess Rd Durham NC
Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG
Courtyard Durham Near Duke University/Downtown

Courtyard Durham Near Duke University/Downtown

3 out of 5
1815 Front St Durham NC
Courtyard Durham Near Duke University/Downtown
Bull City Bungalow Walk to Ninth St Near Duke

Bull City Bungalow Walk to Ninth St Near Duke

Durham NC
Bull City Bungalow Walk to Ninth St Near Duke
21c Museum Hotel Durham

21c Museum Hotel Durham

4 out of 5
111 North Corcoran Street Durham NC
21c Museum Hotel Durham
Red Roof Inn Durham - Duke Univ Medical Center

Red Roof Inn Durham - Duke Univ Medical Center

2 out of 5
1915 N Pointe Drive Durham NC
Red Roof Inn Durham - Duke Univ Medical Center
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
Unscripted Durham, Part of JDV by Hyatt
Comfort Inn & Suites Durham near Duke University

Comfort Inn & Suites Durham near Duke University

2.5 out of 5
1816 Hillandale Rd Durham NC
Comfort Inn & Suites Durham near Duke University
Hilton Garden Inn Durham/University Medical Center

Hilton Garden Inn Durham/University Medical Center

3 out of 5
2102 West Main Street Durham NC
Hilton Garden Inn Durham/University Medical Center
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