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.
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.
Lenovo Center
Catch an event at Lenovo Center during your trip to Raleigh. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
Things to do
Traditional Pasta Making at a Local Craft Beer Bar in Raleigh
Raleigh Downtown Historian-Guided Walking Tour
Top hotels in Downtown Durham
21c Museum Hotel Durham
Good service. Clean
Reviewed on 19 Jan, 2026
Unscripted Durham, Part of JDV by Hyatt
Great place
Reviewed on 23 Jan, 2026
The Umstead Hotel and Spa
The bed was an absolute dream. The service from every staff member was exceptional. The amenities were fantastic. This hotel is everything you have read and heard about but better.
Reviewed on 23 Jan, 2026
Sonesta Select Raleigh Durham Airport Morrisville
We ended up staying two nights here when we were trying to fly out of RDU during the winter storm and our flights kept getting canceled. Both the staff at the front desk and the shuttle drivers were friendly. The room was comfortable, and the lobby was nice. Enjoyed complimentary hot chocolate (delicious!), ...
Reviewed on 29 Jan, 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Raleigh Durham Intl AP
Very nice and clean. Staff was amazing
Reviewed on 25 Jan, 2026
Quality Inn & Suites Raleigh Durham Airport
Yes...overall experience was good
Reviewed on 23 Jan, 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.
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 Nasher Museum of Art at Duke University 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 North Carolina Museum of Art are top sights worth seeing.
Downtown Cary
If you're spending some time in Downtown Cary, Bond Brothers Beer Company and Cary Arts Center 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.
