Downtown Durham Travel Guide

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Downtown Durham
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Popular places to visit

American Tobacco Campus

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.

American Tobacco Campus
Brightleaf Square

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.

Brightleaf Square
Duke University

Duke University

4.5/5(5 reviews)

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.

Duke University
North Carolina State University

North Carolina State University

Walk around the campus of North Carolina State University, a top university in Raleigh. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

North Carolina State University
Lenovo Center

Lenovo Center

4/5(1 review)

You can take time to visit Lenovo Center during your travels to Raleigh. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

Lenovo Center
University of North Carolina

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.

University of North Carolina

Top hotels in Downtown Durham

21c Museum Hotel Durham
21c Museum Hotel Durham
4 out of 5
111 North Corcoran Street, Durham, NC
The price is ₹12,913 per night from 4 Jul to 5 Jul
₹12,913
₹15,084 total
4 Jul - 5 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Durham. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
Classy with a hard bed
"Very nice place - well kept - very clean and modern. Art museum running through three floors was a very nice addition to the experience. Bed, however, was rock hard. I’m sure everyone has their individual preference but I’ll have to stay somewhere else in the future just for that reason. Excellent ..."

Reviewed on 19 Jun 2025

21c Museum Hotel Durham
Unscripted Durham, Part of JDV by Hyatt
Unscripted Durham, Part of JDV by Hyatt
3.5 out of 5
202 N Corcoran St, Durham, NC
The price is ₹10,173 per night from 10 Jul to 11 Jul
₹10,173
₹13,001 total
10 Jul - 11 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star eco-certified hotel in Durham. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Very nice."

Reviewed on 25 Jun 2025

Unscripted Durham, Part of JDV by Hyatt
The Durham Hotel
The Durham Hotel
4 out of 5
315 East Chapel Hill Street, Durham, NC
The price is ₹15,902 per night from 5 Jul to 6 Jul
₹15,902
₹18,048 total
5 Jul - 6 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star 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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (576 reviews)
"Good hotel right in downtown. Cool architecture. Splendid public spaces; lobby and rooftop. Large room, pretty spare. Serious about their coffee. Would have been nice if staff had assisted us unloading to check in during a torrential downpour. Several staff standing around inside. No one assisted. ..."

Reviewed on 16 Jun 2025

The Durham Hotel
Durham Marriott City Center
Durham Marriott City Center
3.5 out of 5
201 Foster St, Durham, NC
The price is ₹10,714 per night from 13 Jul to 14 Jul
₹10,714
₹12,160 total
13 Jul - 14 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Durham. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (798 reviews)
Second Stop, First-Class Service
"This was the second stop on my itinerary, and after a truly awful experience at the previous hotel, checking in to the Marriott Durham City Center was a breath of fresh air. From the moment I walked in, I felt welcomed and taken care of. A special thank you to the evening front desk staff he was ..."

Reviewed on 24 Jun 2025

Durham Marriott City Center
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Raleigh Durham Intl AP
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Raleigh Durham Intl AP
3 out of 5
1001 Hospitality Ct, Morrisville, NC
The price is ₹6,839 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
₹6,839
₹7,745 total
20 Jul - 21 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Morrisville. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8/10 Very Good! (3,389 reviews)
"The staff was very helpful."

Reviewed on 24 Jun 2025

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Raleigh Durham Intl AP
Sonesta Select Raleigh Durham Airport Morrisville
Sonesta Select Raleigh Durham Airport Morrisville
3 out of 5
2001 Hospitality Ct, Morrisville, NC
The price is ₹9,770 per night from 7 Jul to 8 Jul
₹9,770
₹11,064 total
7 Jul - 8 Jul
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,252 reviews)
"Good"

Reviewed on 24 Jun 2025

Sonesta Select Raleigh Durham Airport Morrisville
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Durham

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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.

Trinity Park
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East Durham

While East Durham isn't home to many top sights, Durham Performing Arts Center and American Tobacco Campus are some notable places to visit nearby.

East Durham
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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 Northgate Mall are a few top places to visit.

9th Street District
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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 American Tobacco Campus.

Hayes
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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.

Northwest Raleigh
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North Raleigh

While visiting North Raleigh, you might make a stop by sights like Durant Nature Preserve and Shelley Lake Park.

North Raleigh

Downtown Durham Travel Guide