Downtown Durham

Raleigh

View of downtown Raleigh, North Carolina with blue sky background.
View of downtown Raleigh, North Carolina with blue sky background.
For a downright jaw-dropping sunset cocktail in downtown Durham, NC - hit up the rooftop bar at The Durham Hotel. #roofttopbar #sunset #dreamydrinks #skyonfire
The Sarah Duke Gardens is part of Duke University - one of the best public gardens in the country and a peaceful place to spend the afternoon. This photo was taken at the Japanese Pavilion.
The American Tobacco Trail is a 22 mile hiking / biking trail which runs through Durham and Cary, NC. A great place to ride in the city without traffic.

Popular places to visit

Sunset over American Tobacco

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.

American Tobacco Campus
Brightleaf is part of downtown Durham, NC's renaissance. Old tobacco warehouses have found new life as shops and restaurants.

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.

Brightleaf Square
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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.

Duke University
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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.

North Carolina State University
Raleigh Convention Center

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.

Raleigh Convention Center
Not many flowers on the beach - had a bad winter I guess

Lenovo Center

Catch an event at Lenovo Center during your trip to Raleigh. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

Lenovo Center

Things to do

Guided Walking Historian Tour in Downtown Durham

Guided Walking Historian Tour in Downtown Durham

€16
per adult
Guided Walking Historian Tour in Downtown Durham
Durham: True Crime Tour

Durham: True Crime Tour

€16
per adult
Durham: True Crime Tour
Raleigh African American History Tour

Raleigh African American History Tour

€16
per adult
Raleigh African American History Tour
Raleigh Downtown: Historic Walking Tours

Raleigh Downtown Historian-Guided Walking Tour

€16
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Raleigh Downtown Historian-Guided Walking Tour
Astounding Scavenger Hunt: Raleigh Round The Capitol

Astounding Scavenger Hunt: Raleigh Round The Capitol

€10
per adult
Astounding Scavenger Hunt: Raleigh Round The Capitol
Raleigh North Carolina Scavenger Hunt Walking Tour and Game

Raleigh North Carolina Scavenger Hunt Walking Tour and Game

€41
per adult
Raleigh North Carolina Scavenger Hunt Walking Tour and Game
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Top hotels in Downtown Durham

21c Museum Hotel Durham

21c Museum Hotel Durham

4 out of 5
111 North Corcoran Street Durham NC
The price is €159 per night from 23 Mar to 24 Mar
€159
23 Mar - 24 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Durham. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
Lovely staff and great location. Room was super dark. Maybe I’m just getting old.

Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026

21c Museum Hotel Durham
The Durham Hotel

The Durham Hotel

4 out of 5
315 East Chapel Hill Street Durham NC
The price is €179 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
€179
15 Mar - 16 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this boutique hotel in Durham. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (658 reviews)
Great space. I will be back.

Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026

The Durham Hotel
Unscripted Durham, Part of JDV by Hyatt

Unscripted Durham, Part of JDV by Hyatt

3.5 out of 5
202 N Corcoran St Durham NC
The price is €128 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
€128
29 Mar - 30 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Durham. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
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

Unscripted Durham, Part of JDV by Hyatt
Sonesta Select Raleigh Durham Airport Morrisville

Sonesta Select Raleigh Durham Airport Morrisville

3 out of 5
2001 Hospitality Ct Morrisville NC
The price is €97 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
€97
8 Mar - 9 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Morrisville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,789 reviews)
Nice staff, perfect location, good parking, nice room and furniture

Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026

Sonesta Select Raleigh Durham Airport Morrisville
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Raleigh Durham Intl AP

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Raleigh Durham Intl AP

3 out of 5
1001 Hospitality Ct Morrisville NC
The price is €80 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
€80
8 Mar - 9 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Morrisville. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8/10 Very Good! (3,581 reviews)
Nice place to stay, friendly staff!!

Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Raleigh Durham Intl AP
Quality Inn & Suites Raleigh Durham Airport

Quality Inn & Suites Raleigh Durham Airport

2.5 out of 5
1001 Aerial Center Pkwy Morrisville NC
The price is €72 per night from 5 Mar to 6 Mar
€72
5 Mar - 6 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Morrisville. Enjoy free breakfast, a free airport shuttle and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,004 reviews)
The whole hotel looked neglected

Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026

Quality Inn & Suites Raleigh Durham Airport
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Durham

Artistic bridge in green lush garden setting. Sarah P. Duke gardens in Durham, NC.

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.

Trinity Park
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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.

East Durham
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North Garrett Road

When in North Garrett Road, you can plan a visit to Cameron Indoor Stadium and Wallace Wade Stadium, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

North Garrett Road
Garden on Good Friday

Northwest Raleigh

3/5(1 area review)

If you're spending some time in Northwest Raleigh, Crabtree Valley Mall and William B. Umstead State Park are top sights worth seeing.

Northwest Raleigh
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Crabtree Valley

5/5(2 area reviews)

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.

Crabtree Valley
We got ice over the weekend making these puffy robins stand out against the frozen branches.

North Raleigh

While visiting North Raleigh, you might make a stop by sights like Lafayette Village and Durant Nature Preserve.

North Raleigh

Downtown Durham

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