Downtown Durham
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 lively festivals 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.
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.
Things to do
Guided Walking Historian Tour in Downtown Durham
Downtown Durham Historian-Guided Walking Tour
Carolina Hurricanes Ice Hockey Game at PNC Arena
Raleigh North Carolina Scavenger Hunt Walking Tour and Game
Top hotels in Downtown Durham
21c Museum Hotel Durham
Staff was very kind and accommodating.
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
The Durham Hotel
Staff were delightful, room quiet, great location
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Unscripted Durham, Part of JDV by Hyatt
Doors had holes at the bottom that allowed the light to come in and probably critters (I didn’t see any). The outdoor deck was nice and sunny.
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
Sonesta Select Raleigh Durham Airport Morrisville
Staff is pleasant and rooms as pictured, shuttle is easy....But BEWARE! We utilized Sonesta's paid parking program while we traveled. This location has NO CAMERAS, our vehicle was vandalized, broken into and personal items stolen. Also insufficient lighting and no security personnel. Even though ...
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Raleigh Durham Intl AP
Great staff. Average breakfast, comfy room
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Raleigh Crabtree Valley
The room was outstanding, I slept really good.
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Durham
Trinity Park
Trinity Park might not have many top sights, but Carolina Theatre and Brightleaf Square are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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.
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.
Northwest Raleigh
If you're spending some time in Northwest Raleigh, Crabtree Valley Mall and Laurel Hills 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.
North Raleigh
While visiting North Raleigh, you might make a stop by sights like Lafayette Village and Durant Nature Preserve.
