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

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Raleigh Downtown Historian-Guided Walking Tour

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Raleigh Historian-Guided Downtown Walking Tour

Raleigh North Carolina Scavenger Hunt Walking Tour and Game
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
Front desk person was very nice and helpful. The room was large, clean, and no issues.
Reviewed on 31 Oct, 2025

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Raleigh Durham Intl AP
8/10 sitios de esparcion limitados
Reviewed on 27 Oct, 2025

Hilton Garden Inn Raleigh-Durham Airport
It was cheap and the location was perfect for the event I was attending.
Reviewed on 27 Oct, 2025

Embassy Suites by Hilton Raleigh Crabtree
The hotel has an interesting design with large enclosed center space. It feels 70s/80s retro, and it's neat to sit at the ground floor common area. Had a room on the 2nd floor (which is what connects to the parking garage) by the elevators - it was a little loud. Otherwise room was nice and in good ...
Reviewed on 31 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.






