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](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/b290e5d2eebad693d0386e74a9a3dc93.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Durham](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/65bfd8825867da9a43ed1cd349cfac7e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Durham](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/9/de69380a86da03d4f0a769dbe74d4ffb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Durham](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/9/0426cfa5925529243b56eef1931f4989.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Durham](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/9/4b247c8b76b224093f216ef5f3650f63.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Durham Things to do - Top hotels in Durham - Top Holiday Rentals in Durham ![Sonesta Select Durham Research Triangle Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/130000/126900/126853/ac0d3f60_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Sonesta Select Durham Research Triangle Park 301 Residence Inn Blvd Durham NC Stay at this 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 in their ... 7.2/10 Good! (1,225 reviews) I stayed to 2 nights and there was no cleaning service provided each day. I had to ask for clean towels, which were never delivered. I ended up having to get the towels from the front desk. The property was designed to host a breakfast, but nothing was offered. There was only 1 very small garbage ... Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=19%2F01%2F2026&endDate=20%2F01%2F2026&selected=126853&PinnedHotelID=126853&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6049) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=19%2F01%2F2026&endDate=20%2F01%2F2026&selected=126853&PinnedHotelID=126853&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6049) ![DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Raleigh - Durham](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/13200/13139/7fb5aa3f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Raleigh - Durham 2515 Meridian Pkwy Durham NC £80 18 Jan - 19 Jan includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Durham. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews) It was lovely Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=18%2F01%2F2026&endDate=19%2F01%2F2026&selected=13139&PinnedHotelID=13139&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6049) ![Sheraton Imperial Hotel Raleigh-Durham Airport/RTP](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/20900/20832/w4000h2665x0y2-19478ba0_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Sheraton Imperial Hotel Raleigh-Durham Airport/RTP 4700 Emperor Blvd Durham NC £81 15 Jan - 16 Jan 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 in their reviews. ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (884 reviews) Great Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F01%2F2026&endDate=16%2F01%2F2026&selected=20832&PinnedHotelID=20832&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6049) [See all 797 properties in Durham](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=06%2F01%2F2026&endDate=07%2F01%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/fa552b41_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 Manbites Dog Theater are located ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (22 reviews) Awesome experience! The apartment was very clean and surprisingly located to all almost every thing we had planned! Great spot for our 25th Anniversary!!' Reviewed on 23 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Raleigh-Hotels-Foster-On-The-Park-Apartment-By-Barsala.h110743957.Hotel-Information) ![Bungalow near Duke and Downtown Durham](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74810000/74806400/74806382/3f3353a2_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Bungalow near Duke and Downtown Durham Durham NC Stay at this holiday home in Durham. Enjoy laundry facilities, an in-room coffee maker and air conditioning. Popular attractions Pauli Murray Center for History ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (24 reviews) Yes. Good stay and located!!! Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Raleigh-Hotels-Bungalow-Near-Duke-And-Downtown-Durham.h74806382.Hotel-Information) ![COZY SUN FILLED HOME / MODERN VILLA NEAR DOWNTOWN](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83660000/83652100/83652056/2c92d01a_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 ... 10/10 Exceptional! (70 reviews) Great house. Great location. Super clean. Would definitely stay there again. Reviewed on 24 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Raleigh-Hotels-COZY-SUN-FILLED-HOME-MODERN-VILLA-NEAR-DOWNTOWN.h83652056.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=2026-01-05&endDate=2026-01-06)[5 Jan - 6 Jan](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6049&startDate=2026-01-05&endDate=2026-01-06) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6049&startDate=2026-01-06&endDate=2026-01-07)[6 Jan - 7 Jan](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6049&startDate=2026-01-06&endDate=2026-01-07) [This weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6049&startDate=09%2F01%2F2026&endDate=11%2F01%2F2026)[9 Jan - 11 Jan](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6049&startDate=09%2F01%2F2026&endDate=11%2F01%2F2026) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6049&startDate=16%2F01%2F2026&endDate=18%2F01%2F2026)[16 Jan - 18 Jan](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6049&startDate=16%2F01%2F2026&endDate=18%2F01%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit ![Duke University](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/65bfd8825867da9a43ed1cd349cfac7e.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) ![North Carolina State University](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/9d4e1fca6056c7f5a157e115021c555e.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) ![North Carolina State Fairgrounds](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/2bcb29c3fc9a84111d547e006c29e76f.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) ![Lenovo Center](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/efe85c7e420a6cb96ad1342ee4d384ac.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) ![University of North Carolina](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/9/8b5e7a1838e747e99d2bc0c28669eb37.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) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Raleigh-Convention-Center-Downtown-Raleigh.d6126994.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) ![Step into the shadows and discover the haunting tales of our city's past.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47518493/d016b61f-130d-4521-a30d-23e7a66520f5.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) ![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) ![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) ![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) ![Raleigh True Crime Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49198152/a83780b0-2919-42f2-b3c3-77483f406e23.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) [See all activities in Durham](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Durham.d6049.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Cities near Durham ![Raleigh](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/0f3ab2814f27b0503c064ef7d1f3c467.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. Scan the QR code with your device camera and download our app