Downtown Durham
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Visit Downtown Durham
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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
Top hotels in Downtown Durham
21c Museum Hotel Durham
Lovely staff and great location. Room was super dark. Maybe I’m just getting old.
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
The Durham Hotel
Everything would have been perfect but something was going on with the hot water. Hate to have a stay ruined by lukewarm/cold showers!
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
Unscripted Durham, Part of JDV by Hyatt
Great location downtown with easy access to most of the city and amazing restaurants. Clean and quiet. Staff was friendly, welcoming and helpful
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Sonesta Select Raleigh Durham Airport Morrisville
Very friendly staff, clean room, great location (1 mile from airport).
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Raleigh Durham Intl AP
Room was clean, however the floor I was on was incredibly loud at all times of the day. Also security is sketchy at best. I left my key card in my room on accident and when I went to get a replacement I was just given one, no questions asked, no ID verified - just given access to a room they trusted ...
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Quality Inn & Suites Raleigh Durham Airport
Everyone was very nice
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Durham
Trinity Park
Trinity Park might not have many top sights, but Brightleaf Square and Carolina Theatre are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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 Brightleaf Square are a few top places to visit.
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.
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.
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.
