Downtown Durham, NC

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Downtown Durham
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Photo by Can Dance Pants
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Photo by ‎Ronald Hunter
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Photo by Jason Karas
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Photo by Phil Vignola Jr.

Popular places to visit

This is a wonderful downtown meeting spot. Lots of fountains and a Riverwalk that is not quite a river. Restaurants and shops surround the area.

American Tobacco Campus

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

American Tobacco Campus
Brightleaf is part of downtown Durham, NC's renaissance. Old tobacco warehouses have found new life as shops and restaurants.

Brightleaf Square

You can browse for the perfect souvenirs 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

Walk around the campus of Duke University, a top college in Durham. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's stunning cathedral.

Duke University
North Carolina State University

North Carolina State University

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

North Carolina State University
This was an interesting trail I found today. I parked at PNC arena then followed a pathway that went under Edwards Mill rd. And route 40. The first mile is nothing special. It's a very wide Greenway with a ton of manholes. But it leads you to a smaller trail that borders the Schenck forest and turns into loblolly trail in Umstead! This area was very pretty and followed what I believe was Reedy Creek. The best part is I walked 4 miles total and only saw 3 other people!

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

Explore the campus 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

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Downtown Durham Hotel Deals

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
$133 nightly
The price is $151 total per night from Nov 10 to Nov 11
$151 total
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 3.5-star eco-certified hotel in Durham. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
"Cool hotel, great thai restaurant around the corner. I wouldn't waste my time to visit Durham unless I had to go."

Reviewed on Oct 3, 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
$175 nightly
The price is $198 total per night from Oct 19 to Oct 20
$198 total
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Durham. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"The hotel is in a very good location. Staff was excellent. I loved the art on display. It was an interesting touch. We will definitely stay there again."

Reviewed on Sep 30, 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
$93 nightly
The price is $105 total per night from Oct 19 to Oct 20
$105 total
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Morrisville. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,459 reviews)
"Clean room, comfortable bed! Nice staff. will return!"

Reviewed on Oct 6, 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
$96 nightly
The price is $109 total per night from Nov 2 to Nov 3
$109 total
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Morrisville. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,715 reviews)
"my room was clean and AC was working properly"

Reviewed on Oct 6, 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
$83 nightly
The price is $94 total per night from Oct 19 to Oct 20
$94 total
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Morrisville. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8/10 Very Good! (3,547 reviews)
"Maybe parking issues"

Reviewed on Oct 4, 2025

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Raleigh Durham Intl AP
Sonesta Select Durham Research Triangle Park

Sonesta Select Durham Research Triangle Park

3 out of 5
301 Residence Inn Blvd, Durham, NC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$84 nightly
The price is $96 total per night from Oct 15 to Oct 16
$96 total
Oct 15 - Oct 16
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Durham. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,166 reviews)
"Quite and friendly"

Reviewed on Oct 9, 2025

Sonesta Select Durham Research Triangle Park
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Other neighborhoods around Downtown Durham

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Trinity Park

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Trinity Park and surrounding area, you can visit Brightleaf Square and Carolina Theatre.

Trinity Park
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East Durham

While there might not be top attractions in East Durham, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Durham Performing Arts Center and American Tobacco Campus.

East Durham
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9th Street District

The restaurants and shopping are a few reasons travelers visit 9th Street District. Though there aren't many top sights in the neighborhood, you can visit Sarah P. Duke Gardens and Northgate Mall, a few notable attractions nearby.

9th Street District
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North Garrett Road

4/5(73 area reviews)

While there might not be top attractions in North Garrett Road, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Waller Family Farm and Cameron Indoor Stadium.

North Garrett Road
New World Coffee House was a nice surprise. Located in a strip mall in Raleigh, NC on Pleasant Valley Rd. Good seating and wifi I think. Muffins and sandwiches looked good. Really friendly baristas and that's where it got good for me. I always put a little sweetener in my espresso drinks but they had a "traditional European" style that used organic whole milk, that he promised me had some sweetness to it. It did and was excellent.

Northwest Raleigh

4/5(52 area reviews)

While visiting Northwest Raleigh, you might make a stop by sights like Crabtree Valley Mall and William B. Umstead State Park.

Northwest Raleigh
We got some unexpected snowfall on a 40 degree day. I guess the geese were a little flustered too.

North Raleigh

4/5(28 area reviews)

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 Durham, NC

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