What to do in Durham, NC

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Durham

Durham Attractions

Let Expedia help you to experience the best that Durham has to offer! If you’re planning a trip to Durham, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling to Durham with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes.

Places of interest in Durham

Durham is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in Durham, and make it a breeze to explore Durham and the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Durham to make sure that you enjoy your holiday to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

If you’re planning a visit to Durham, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights in Durham.

Durham attractions

Durham has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions in Durham to keep you entertained. Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Durham.

Looking for things to do in Durham can be time-consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine of Durham or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Durham attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. Happy trails!


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Downtown Durham

If you're spending some time in Downtown Durham, Carolina Theatre and Durham Performing Arts Center are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown Durham
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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.

East Durham
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Forest Hills

While Forest Hills may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Durham Bulls Athletic Park and Forest Hills Park.

Forest Hills
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North Garrett Road

When in North Garrett Road, you can plan a visit to Cameron Indoor Stadium and Wallace Wade Stadium, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

North Garrett Road
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Hayes

While Hayes may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Durham Performing Arts Center and Durham Bulls Athletic Park.

Hayes
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Duke Park

While Duke Park may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Carolina Theatre and North Carolina Museum of Life and Science.

Duke Park

Day trip destinations from Durham