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 of North Carolina State University, a top university in 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.
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
Downtown Durham Historian-Guided Walking Tour
Guided Walking Historian Tour in Downtown Durham
Durham African-American Historic Walking Tour
Montserrat Hot-Air Balloon Experience & Monastery Visit from Barcelona
Top hotels in Downtown Durham
21c Museum Hotel Durham
Great loved it
Reviewed on 25 Oct, 2025
Unscripted Durham, Part of JDV by Hyatt
Great Spot
Reviewed on 27 Oct, 2025
Sonesta Select Raleigh Durham Airport Morrisville
Hotel is old (still had popcorn ceilings), rooms were dark and kind of dingy but they do have an airport shuttle and it’s VERY close to the airport
Reviewed on 26 Oct, 2025
Comfort Suites Regency Park
We stayed 3 nights this trip, our son lives in the area. They are very friendly and the breakfast team does a great job.
Reviewed on 26 Oct, 2025
Microtel Inn by Wyndham Raleigh Durham Airport
Check in was quick and easy. Room was clean enough.
Reviewed on 28 Oct, 2025
Quality Inn & Suites Raleigh Durham Airport
Had a fine
Reviewed on 25 Oct, 2025
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.
East Durham
While East Durham isn't home to many top sights, Durham Performing Arts Center and American Tobacco Campus 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 Waller Family Farm 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.
