Downtown Durham Travel Guide
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Visit Downtown Durham
Things to do

Downtown Durham Historian-Guided Walking Tour

Guided Walking Historian Tour in Downtown Durham

Bull City Cocktails Guided Tour of Durham's Best Drinks
Top hotels in Downtown Durham

Unscripted Durham, Part of JDV by Hyatt
"Rooms are clean and cozy. The staff was always helpful. Lots of things to do near hotel."
Reviewed on 9 Aug 2026

21c Museum Hotel Durham
"This hotel is a very cool vibe. I would most defiantly stay at this location again. Very close to a lot of amenities. Staff was very helpful and knowledgeable of their jobs. The only problem I had was the air in the room. Other than that we had a wonderful experience."
Reviewed on 9 Aug 2026

The Durham Hotel
"We were super grateful to be able to check in early to get ready for our daughter’s white coat ceremony. Beyond that, everyone was very nice and professional as well. We will be back!"
Reviewed on 9 Aug 2026

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Raleigh Durham Intl AP
"Highly recommended. Staff was very accomodating and made our short stay very enjoyable. Asking for changes were an easy process and I considered the hospitality top par. Would stay there again at this exact location."
Reviewed on 10 Aug 2026

Hyatt Place Raleigh-Durham Airport
"The staff was incredibly helpful and so kind! The room was large and the beds were very comfortable. Can't get closer to the airport, I left the hotel, returned my rental car, took a shuttle and was at the airport in 15 minutes total. Less than 5 minutes to the car rental return, if you don't have ..."
Reviewed on 10 Aug 2026

Sonesta Select Raleigh Durham Airport Morrisville
Where to stay in Downtown Durham

Downtown Raleigh
If you're spending some time in Downtown Raleigh, Marbles Kids Museums and North Carolina State Capitol are top sights worth seeing.

North Hills
North Hills is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by North Hills Shopping Center and Regal North Hills while in the area.

Southwest Raleigh
While visiting Southwest Raleigh, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Johnson and J.C. Raulston Arboretum.

Midtown Raleigh
While visiting Midtown Raleigh, you might make a stop by sights like North Hills Shopping Center and Village District.

Southeast Raleigh
If you're spending some time in Southeast Raleigh, Coastal Credit Union Music Park at Walnut Creek and Neuse River Trail are top sights worth seeing.


















