Title: Durham Travel Guide: Best of Durham, Raleigh Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Durham](https://expedia.co.uk/Durham-Hotels.d6049.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Durham](https://expedia.co.uk/Durham-Holiday-Rentals.d6049.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Flights to Durham](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Durham.d6049.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Durham](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Durham.d6049.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Durham Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Durham.d6049.Car-Hire-Guide)[Durham Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Durham.d6049.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Durham Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![Durham NC banner on white](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6049/786c23f1-a251-4477-b130-724748618ab2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The Revitalized Retail and Office Center of The American Tobacco Historical District, Durham, North Carolina, USA](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6049/f06d1ddf-5cba-425b-9bd9-b78c3d5444f6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Idyllic scene of a tranquil lake surrounded by lush trees at the Sarah P. Duke Gardens in Durham, NC](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6049/1f7bf84a-4403-4e22-a151-9e466917a79a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Duke Gardens in Durham , North Carolina](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6049/80194eee-67a5-4a36-8f5c-cd0a09def7a5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Durham, North Carolina, USA Skyline.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6049/f20b21d8-2546-4370-a1fa-76fd5cd011b5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Durham Things to do - Top hotels in Durham - Top Holiday Rentals in Durham ![La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Univ Area Chapel Hill](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/170000/165800/165760/adc70ef4_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Univ Area Chapel Hill 4414 Durham Chapel Hill Blvd Durham NC Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay £80 21 Apr - 22 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Durham. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (1,870 reviews) Parking was fine, breakfast was not great Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F04%2F2026&endDate=22%2F04%2F2026&selected=165760&PinnedHotelID=165760&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6049) ![Wingate by Wyndham Raleigh Durham Airport RTP](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/160000/151400/151314/85334e8f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Wingate by Wyndham Raleigh Durham Airport RTP 5223 Page Rd Durham NC £69 12 Apr - 13 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Durham. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (1,586 reviews) Overall the property is old and needs among many other things, new lighting, new carpet, new outlets, new lamp shades, new toilets and new beds. Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=12%2F04%2F2026&endDate=13%2F04%2F2026&selected=151314&PinnedHotelID=151314&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6049) ![Hilton Durham near Duke University](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/18900/18821/aa0fe1f8_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hilton Durham near Duke University 3800 Hillsborough Rd Durham NC £98 27 Apr - 28 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Durham. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews) Breakfast price was advertised as$21.00 to much Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=27%2F04%2F2026&endDate=28%2F04%2F2026&selected=18821&PinnedHotelID=18821&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6049) [See all 821 properties in Durham](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=05%2F04%2F2026&endDate=06%2F04%2F2026®ionId=6049) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![Landing Apartments Durham](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110750000/110744000/110743957/44901ab1_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Landing Apartments Durham 545 Foster Street Durham NC Stay at this aparthotel in Durham. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Fullsteam Brewery and Carolina Theatre are located ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (27 reviews) Our room was very clean, comfortable, and extremely well equipped! We were able to cook meals, relax, and enjoy the surrounding area with ease. The Landing personnel were very communicative, helpful, and proactive. Reviewed on 20 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Raleigh-Hotels-Foster-On-The-Park-Apartment-By-Barsala.h110743957.Hotel-Information) ![COZY SUN FILLED HOME / MODERN VILLA NEAR DOWNTOWN](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83660000/83652100/83652056/63b84cff_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### COZY SUN FILLED HOME / MODERN VILLA NEAR DOWNTOWN Durham NC Stay at this holiday home in Durham. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and patios. Popular attractions Lincoln Hospital and Stanford L. Warren Library are ... [](https://expedia.co.uk/Raleigh-Hotels-COZY-SUN-FILLED-HOME-MODERN-VILLA-NEAR-DOWNTOWN.h83652056.Hotel-Information) ![Executive Town Home Duke RTP Durham NC](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39040000/39037200/39037154/5c7aeda8_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Executive Town Home Duke RTP Durham NC Durham NC Stay at this holiday home in Durham. Enjoy laundry facilities, a pool table and furnished patios. Popular attractions Herndon Hills Farm and Streets at Southpoint ... 10/10 Exceptional! (86 reviews) This property exceeded expectations. Exceptionally equipped, smart layout, incredibly inviting and comfortable for our sister/family stay. Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Raleigh-Hotels-Executive-Town-Home-Duke-RTP-Durham-NC.h39037154.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Durham](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=6049&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ## Check Durham hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6049&startDate=2026-04-04&endDate=2026-04-05)[4 Apr - 5 Apr](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6049&startDate=2026-04-04&endDate=2026-04-05) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6049&startDate=2026-04-05&endDate=2026-04-06)[5 Apr - 6 Apr](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6049&startDate=2026-04-05&endDate=2026-04-06) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6049&startDate=10%2F04%2F2026&endDate=12%2F04%2F2026)[10 Apr - 12 Apr](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6049&startDate=10%2F04%2F2026&endDate=12%2F04%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit ![durham north carolina](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6066239/212e46bf-55a6-4645-9d2e-1c49ed3cbbe8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Duke-University-Raleigh.d6066239.Attraction) ![0_65015416](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6066157/45ee3cc8-1e93-4b22-ac70-219ecf1127fe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/North-Carolina-State-University-Southwest-Raleigh.d6066157.Attraction) ![Raleigh Convention Center](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6126994/336b345b-62a2-4f28-837c-8e73b96e53fb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Raleigh Convention Center Learn about the events happening in Raleigh Convention Center during your trip to Raleigh. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Raleigh-Convention-Center-Downtown-Raleigh.d6126994.Attraction) ![Lenovo Center](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2967/3f99f4db-02c7-4ac4-982d-2dcaddedfafe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Lenovo Center Catch an event at Lenovo Center during your trip to Raleigh. You can attend a sporting event while in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/PNC-Arena-Raleigh.d6066171.Attraction) ![The Old Well at UNC Chapel Hill during the spring with azaleas blooming](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6087239/f3c64fc6-070e-4076-be5d-81fd2a4377ff.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/University-Of-North-Carolina-Raleigh.d6087239.Attraction) ![North Carolina Historic State Fairgrounds Commercial and Education Building](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6127519/e0a130c1-518f-48df-af48-88319312bf8e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### North Carolina State Fairgrounds Enjoy an outing to North Carolina State Fairgrounds during your stay in Raleigh. You can attend a sporting event while in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/North-Carolina-State-Fairgrounds-Raleigh.d6127519.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Downtown Durham Historian-Guided Walking Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48146077/17ae77cc-d8a5-496e-903f-9e1d4634160c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Downtown Durham Historian-Guided Walking Tour £14 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/downtown-durham-historian-guided-walking-tour.a48146077.activity-details) ![Rust, Rebels & Ruins: Raleigh Ghost Tours](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47518493/04536394-4b6f-41cf-9b81-9e905fb1f5aa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Rust, Rebels & Ruins: Raleigh Ghost Tours £24 per adult **90%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/rust.a47518493.activity-details) ![Durham African American History Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48351953/6b398a72-a8c8-458d-9d5d-06315436faa4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Durham African American History Tour £14 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/durham-african-american-history-tour.a48351953.activity-details) ![Guided Walking Historian Tour in Downtown Durham](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47660001/693fa4b2-b992-479b-8f6d-05e2a6bd2044.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Guided Walking Historian Tour in Downtown Durham £14 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/guided-walking-historian-tour-in-downtown-durham.a47660001.activity-details) ![Raleigh True Crime Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49198152/9d59ea44-4bb3-4957-8004-b2948f3f694e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Raleigh True Crime Tour £14 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/raleigh-true-crime-tour.a49198152.activity-details) ![Raleigh Historian-Guided Downtown Walking Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47557587/7167c905-60ad-4b90-9ca2-cb6afd8c5dab.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Raleigh Historian-Guided Downtown Walking Tour £15 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/raleigh-historian-guided-downtown-walking-tour.a47557587.activity-details) [See all activities in Durham](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Durham.d6049.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Cities near Durham ![Aerial view of Raleigh, North Carolina skyline on a sunny day.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/178300/cf38e887-a567-4cef-82e4-90eda2035221.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Raleigh - Cities near Durham - Places of interest [Raleigh](https://expedia.co.uk/Raleigh.dx178300)[Gorman](https://expedia.co.uk/Gorman.dx553248634999204961) - [Duke University ](https://expedia.co.uk/Duke-University-Raleigh.d6066239.Attraction) - [Research Triangle Park ](https://expedia.co.uk/Research-Triangle-Park-Raleigh.d9677.Attraction) - [Eno River State Park ](https://expedia.co.uk/Eno-River-State-Park-North-Carolina.d553248621532657782.Attraction) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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