Durham Travel Guide

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Where to stay in Durham

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Downtown Durham

If you're spending some time in Downtown Durham, Carolina Theatre and Durham Performing Arts Center are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown Durham
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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.

East Durham
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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.

9th Street District
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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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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.

North Garrett Road
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Forest Hills

While Forest Hills may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Durham Bulls Athletic Park and Forest Hills Park.

Forest Hills
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Univ Area Chapel Hill

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Univ Area Chapel Hill

3 out of 5
4414 Durham Chapel Hill Blvd, Durham, NC
The price is £78 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
£78
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Durham. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,718 reviews)
"It was clean and very peaceful"

Reviewed on 2 Aug 2025

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Univ Area Chapel Hill
Sonesta Select Durham Research Triangle Park

Sonesta Select Durham Research Triangle Park

3 out of 5
301 Residence Inn Blvd, Durham, NC
The price is £68 per night from 5 Aug to 6 Aug
£68
5 Aug - 6 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Durham. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,174 reviews)
"Very conveniently located near Duke health for a procedure."

Reviewed on 2 Aug 2025

Sonesta Select Durham Research Triangle Park
Wingate by Wyndham Raleigh Durham Airport RTP

Wingate by Wyndham Raleigh Durham Airport RTP

2.5 out of 5
5223 Page Rd, Durham, NC
The price is £65 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
£65
10 Aug - 11 Aug
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 ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,336 reviews)
Great choice
"Great hotel, affordable price. Very well kept, clean and comfortable"

Reviewed on 31 Jul 2025

Wingate by Wyndham Raleigh Durham Airport RTP
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Foster On The Park Apartment By Barsala

Foster On The Park Apartment By Barsala

4 out of 5
545 Foster Street, Durham, NC
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Durham. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and in-room washers/dryers. Popular attractions Fullsteam Brewery and Manbites Dog ...
8/10 Very Good! (13 reviews)
10 out of 10!!
"We had an amazing visit! Our apartment was beautifully equipped and was in an unbelievable location! Everything was walkable and the people in the area were incredibly friendly. We loved hanging out in our apartment and the common areas. We will definitely use Barsala again in other cities - they ..."

Reviewed on 27 May 2025

Foster On The Park Apartment By Barsala
Urban Oasis w/ King Bed – 3 BR Near Duke & DT

Urban Oasis w/ King Bed – 3 BR Near Duke & DT

Durham, NC
Stay at this holiday home in Durham. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and patios. Popular attractions Duke Homestead and Vietnam Veterans Living Memorial ...
10/10 Exceptional! (21 reviews)
"The house was just like the photos - very clean and comfortable- and in a great location for all that we wanted to do in Durham. Communication was timely. We hope to stay here again on future trips to Durham!"

Reviewed on 29 Jul 2025

Urban Oasis w/ King Bed – 3 BR Near Duke & DT
⭐️ MODERN DURHAM RETREAT ⭐️ 🐕📚🏊‍♀️🏙🏥🛍🏟🍔🥂 CLOSE

⭐️ MODERN DURHAM RETREAT ⭐️ 🐕📚🏊‍♀️🏙🏥🛍🏟🍔🥂 CLOSE

Durham, NC
Stay at this family-friendly holiday home in Durham. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and patios. Popular attractions Shepard House and McDougald-McLendon ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (39 reviews)
Enjoyable Stay
"This place is exactly as advertised. We stayed for a baseball showcase and it was perfect for our family. It had all the amenities you would need and if anything is forgotten I am sure the host thought of it and you can find it at the house. The welcome snack basket was a huge hit with my kids! The ..."

Reviewed on 20 Jul 2025

⭐️ MODERN DURHAM RETREAT ⭐️ 🐕📚🏊‍♀️🏙🏥🛍🏟🍔🥂 CLOSE
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Popular places to visit

Duke University

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
North Carolina State University

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.

North Carolina State University
Lenovo Center

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
University of North Carolina

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.

University of North Carolina
North Carolina State Fairgrounds

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.

North Carolina State Fairgrounds

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.

Raleigh Convention Center

Things to do

Downtown Durham Historian-Guided Walking Tour

Downtown Durham Historian-Guided Walking Tour

£12
per adult
Downtown Durham Historian-Guided Walking Tour
Step into the shadows and discover the haunting tales of our city's past.

Raleigh Ghosts and Ghouls Hauntings Tour

£24
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Raleigh Ghosts and Ghouls Hauntings Tour
Guided Walking Historian Tour in Downtown Durham

Guided Walking Historian Tour in Downtown Durham

£14
per adult
Guided Walking Historian Tour in Downtown Durham
Durham African American History Tour

Durham African American History Tour

£14
per adult
Durham African American History Tour
Raleigh True Crime Tour

Raleigh True Crime Tour

£14
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Raleigh True Crime Tour
Raleigh Historian-Guided Downtown Walking Tour

Raleigh Historian-Guided Downtown Walking Tour

£14
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Raleigh Historian-Guided Downtown Walking Tour
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Cities near Durham

Raleigh

Raleigh