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 entertainment choices 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.
Lenovo Center
Catch an event at Lenovo Center during your trip to Raleigh. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
North Carolina State Fairgrounds
Enjoy an outing to North Carolina State Fairgrounds during your stay in Raleigh. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
Things to do
Guided Walking Historian Tour in Downtown Durham
Traditional Pasta Making at a Local Craft Beer Bar in Raleigh
Top hotels in Downtown Durham
Unscripted Durham, Part of JDV by Hyatt
Staff was nice, room was large and very clean, location was excellent
Reviewed on 6 Nov 2025
21c Museum Hotel Durham
solid place. friendly staff but a bit slow to respond.
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Sonesta Select Raleigh Durham Airport Morrisville
Room was nice and clean, beds were cozy. Being so close to the airport I thought we’d hear a lot more noise but the rooms were quiet.
Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Raleigh Durham Intl AP
Service was great
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
Quality Inn & Suites Raleigh Durham Airport
Quick check in. Rooms clean and good quality.
Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025
Microtel Inn by Wyndham Raleigh Durham Airport
Room was clean and staff was friendly.
Reviewed on 16 Nov 2025
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.
9th Street District
The restaurants and shopping are just a few features travellers like about 9th Street District. If you want to do some sightseeing nearby, Sarah P. Duke Gardens and Northgate Mall are a few top places to visit.
North Garrett Road
When in North Garrett Road, you can plan a visit to Bowlero Durham and Cameron Indoor Stadium, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Northwest Raleigh
If you're spending some time in Northwest Raleigh, Crabtree Valley Mall and William B. Umstead State Park are top sights worth seeing.
North Raleigh
While visiting North Raleigh, you might make a stop by sights like Durant Nature Preserve and Lafayette Village.
