9th Street District Travel Guide
Raleigh
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Downtown Durham Historian-Guided Walking Tour
Rust, Rebels & Ruins: Raleigh Ghost Tours
Guided Walking Historian Tour in Downtown Durham
Raleigh Historian-Guided Downtown Walking Tour
Top hotels in 9th Street District
Hilton Garden Inn Durham/University Medical Center
Great location, easy parking, spotless
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Raleigh Durham Intl AP
Rooms were clean and large with a microwave, refrigerator, coffee pot and lounge chair. Friendly and very helpful staff.
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026
Sonesta Select Raleigh Durham Airport Morrisville
Great service.
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Quality Inn & Suites Raleigh Durham Airport
The room was okay. A few things needs to be upgraded though
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026
The Umstead Hotel and Spa
The bed was an absolute dream. The service from every staff member was exceptional. The amenities were fantastic. This hotel is everything you have read and heard about but better.
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Raleigh Crabtree
Your night front desk staff went above and beyond whatever job requirements they have when I could not find my elderly family member. All was well in the end but I will never forget his kindness. Can’t recall the name but he was a young guy with longish dark hair. Please let him know how grateful ...
Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around 9th Street District
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.
Downtown Durham
If you're spending some time in Downtown Durham, Carolina Theatre and Durham Performing Arts Center are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Northwest Raleigh
If you're spending some time in Northwest Raleigh, Crabtree Valley Mall and William B. Umstead State Park are top sights worth seeing.
Crabtree Valley
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.
North Raleigh
While visiting North Raleigh, you might make a stop by sights like Lafayette Village and Durant Nature Preserve.
