Durham Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Durham
Where to stay in Durham
- Downtown Durham
- American Tobacco District
- Trinity Park
- 9th Street District
- Golden Belt Historic District
Downtown Durham
If you're spending some time in Downtown Durham, Carolina Theatre and Durham Performing Arts Center are top sights worth seeing.
American Tobacco District
If you're spending some time in American Tobacco District, American Tobacco Campus and Durham Performing Arts Center are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Golden Belt Historic District
While there might not be top attractions in Golden Belt Historic District, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Durham Performing Arts Center and American Tobacco Campus.
Wingate by Wyndham Raleigh Durham Airport RTP
"I understand that the property is being renovated but I couldn’t stand how nasty the chairs are with large nasty stains. The room was clean but just seeing the stained chairs was not good."
Reviewed on 6 Jun 2026
Sonesta Select Durham Research Triangle Park
"Good value. Very few amenities. TV is essentially useless and I really don't need it. The rooms have a slightly unpleasant odor but not enough to give up up the good price. There are areas right outside the property that are trashy. Don't look. Plenty of parking. Good places to eat close by. I feel ..."
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
Courtyard Durham Near Duke University/Downtown
"No clean towels at the pool. Beds we got were hard as rocks. Breakfast available means pay for it. Had I known that I would have never booked our stay here. Thankfully we were only staying one night."
Reviewed on 6 Jun 2026
Charming 1-bedroom apartment in near Duke University and Downtown Durham
"Small little one bedroom “apartment” but big enough for my husband and I with our toddler. We wanted a little bit more roaming room for her instead of a standard hotel room. It was super clean too which was a bonus. We would definitely stay here again."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Quiet and contemporary home in coveted Watts-Hillendale. Close to Duke/VA.
"Had a great stay!"
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Chic Craftsman, Walk to Downtown
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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.
Lenovo Center
Catch an event at Lenovo Center during your trip to Raleigh. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
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.
Things to do
Downtown Durham Historian-Guided Walking Tour
Rust, Rebels & Ruins: Raleigh Ghost Tours
