Title: Downtown Durham Travel Guide: Best of Downtown Durham, Raleigh Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Downtown Durham](https://expedia.co.uk/Downtown-Durham-Hotels.d553248635976479661.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Raleigh](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Raleigh.d178300.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Raleigh](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Raleigh.d178300.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Downtown Durham Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Downtown-Durham.d553248635976479661.Car-Hire-Guide)[Downtown Durham Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Downtown-Durham.d553248635976479661.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Downtown Durham Travel Guide ## Raleigh ![View of downtown Raleigh, North Carolina with blue sky background.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976479661/f4c148c8-e2be-4596-b3fe-f5c467ed86b5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![For a downright jaw-dropping sunset cocktail in downtown Durham, NC - hit up the rooftop bar at The Durham Hotel. #roofttopbar #sunset #dreamydrinks #skyonfire](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6049/8c339950-4d9e-46ee-9c77-4c52b23004b6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The Sarah Duke Gardens is part of Duke University - one of the best public gardens in the country and a peaceful place to spend the afternoon. This photo was taken at the Japanese Pavilion. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6049/a3eb1706-5dab-4e15-b26b-def049a514fa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The American Tobacco Trail is a 22 mile hiking / biking trail which runs through Durham and Cary, NC. A great place to ride in the city without traffic. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6049/6e4f4da6-7715-41a1-ba78-229579b19424.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![View of the lake at the Sarah Duke Gardens. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6049/52eacf49-f89b-4a89-bd12-378f7345bcff.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Downtown Durham Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Raleigh travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Raleigh.dx178300) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Brightleaf is part of downtown Durham, NC's renaissance. Old tobacco warehouses have found new life as shops and restaurants. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6049/0adb926a-a394-48cf-9e3e-0469cbde9b26.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Brightleaf Square You can do some window-shopping at Brightleaf Square during your visit to Durham. Discover the lively festivals and stunning cathedral in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Brightleaf-Square-Downtown-Durham.d553248621532657772.Attraction) ![Sunset over American Tobacco](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6049/50566a42-078c-4f1b-9705-32d9428da9ba.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### American Tobacco Campus You can learn about the history of Durham with a trip to American Tobacco Campus. Experience the lively festivals or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/American-Tobacco-Campus-Downtown-Durham.d553248621563220390.Attraction) ![durham north carolina](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6066239/212e46bf-55a6-4645-9d2e-1c49ed3cbbe8.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) ![0_65015416](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6066157/45ee3cc8-1e93-4b22-ac70-219ecf1127fe.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) ![Raleigh Convention Center](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6126994/336b345b-62a2-4f28-837c-8e73b96e53fb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Raleigh-Convention-Center-Downtown-Raleigh.d6126994.Attraction) ![The Old Well at UNC Chapel Hill during the spring with azaleas blooming](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6087239/f3c64fc6-070e-4076-be5d-81fd2a4377ff.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) ### 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) ![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) ![Durham: True Crime Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48104512/f39349a0-925d-4698-bda3-9a042adb34c7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Durham: True Crime Tour £14 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/durham-true-crime-tour.a48104512.activity-details) ![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) ![Rust, Rebels & Ruins: Raleigh Ghost Tours](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47518493/04536394-4b6f-41cf-9b81-9e905fb1f5aa.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) [See all activities in Raleigh](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Raleigh.d178300.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Downtown Durham ![21c Museum Hotel Durham](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8730000/8720800/8720744/52832fe3_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### 21c Museum Hotel Durham 111 North Corcoran Street Durham NC £140 26 Apr - 27 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Durham. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews) This place is so unique and it’s conveniently located downtown. The front desk let us check in an hour early; our room was classy and very clean; it has a nice fitness center and sauna in the basement; and the hotel provided us with a nice welcome card and fruit tray in our room without us asking ... Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=26%2F04%2F2026&endDate=27%2F04%2F2026&selected=8720744&PinnedHotelID=8720744&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976479661) ![Unscripted Durham, Part of JDV by Hyatt](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18030000/18023800/18023733/66c3cbee_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Unscripted Durham, Part of JDV by Hyatt 202 N Corcoran St Durham NC £102 1 Apr - 2 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Durham. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews) We stayed one night Had kids with us and the place was great Reviewed on 20 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F04%2F2026&endDate=02%2F04%2F2026&selected=18023733&PinnedHotelID=18023733&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976479661) ![The Durham Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/11000000/10995500/10995456/49daf4fe_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Durham Hotel 315 East Chapel Hill Street Durham NC £157 30 Mar - 31 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this boutique hotel in Durham. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ... 9/10 Wonderful! (666 reviews) Funky and fun. Lots of thoughtful touches like getting to choose the time and type of coffee you’d like delivered to your room in the morning. I’d stay again for sure. Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=30%2F03%2F2026&endDate=31%2F03%2F2026&selected=10995456&PinnedHotelID=10995456&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976479661) ![Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Raleigh-Durham Airport, NC](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1160000/1152200/1152189/ebbe311b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Raleigh-Durham Airport, NC 201 Airgate Dr Morrisville NC £82 26 Apr - 27 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Morrisville. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (1,933 reviews) Nice staff Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=26%2F04%2F2026&endDate=27%2F04%2F2026&selected=1152189&PinnedHotelID=1152189&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976479661) ![Sonesta Select Raleigh Durham Airport Morrisville](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/5600/5596/bf9fcb73_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Sonesta Select Raleigh Durham Airport Morrisville 2001 Hospitality Ct Morrisville NC £96 30 Mar - 31 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Morrisville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,836 reviews) Was there for just one night before we flew out the next day but they were very accommodating and helpful!! The shuttle bus driver even came back to the airport after my girlfriend left her phone on the bus! Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=30%2F03%2F2026&endDate=31%2F03%2F2026&selected=5596&PinnedHotelID=5596&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976479661) ![The Umstead Hotel and Spa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1570000/1563700/1563626/d009d67d_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Umstead Hotel and Spa 100 Woodland Pond Dr Cary NC £340 29 Mar - 30 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury resort in Cary. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (743 reviews) Wonderful for a luxury spa getaway Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=29%2F03%2F2026&endDate=30%2F03%2F2026&selected=1563626&PinnedHotelID=1563626&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976479661) [See all 1,785 properties in Downtown Durham](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=27%2F03%2F2026&endDate=28%2F03%2F2026®ionId=553248635976479661) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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Sarah P. Duke gardens in Durham, NC.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/944704734600761344/7801fd01-516f-47d1-a3d6-c543ee239f6b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Raleigh-Trinity-Park.dx944704734600761344) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Raleigh-East-Durham.dx553248635976474768) ![Garden on Good Friday](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2967/c678aa11-7aa8-47d9-9cf0-45703f69150e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Northwest Raleigh 3/5(1 area review) If you're spending some time in Northwest Raleigh, Crabtree Valley Mall and William B. Umstead State Park are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Raleigh-Northwest-Raleigh.dx553248635976472380) ![Cary Arts Center, cary downtown, north carolina](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/944684410297511936/e748ac6f-f9e7-447b-a989-6ef55a937dc5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Downtown Cary If you're spending some time in Downtown Cary, Cary Arts Center and Bond Brothers Beer Company are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Raleigh-Downtown-Cary.dx944684410297511936) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Crabtree Valley 5/5(2 area reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Raleigh-Crabtree.dx6346765) ![We got ice over the weekend making these puffy robins stand out against the frozen branches. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2967/847051f0-3384-43f4-823e-cb6a10843a13.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### North Raleigh While visiting North Raleigh, you might make a stop by sights like Durant Nature Preserve and Lafayette Village. 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