Downtown Durham
Raleigh
Visit Downtown Durham
Popular places to visit
American Tobacco Campus
You can learn about the history of Durham with a stop at American Tobacco Campus. Experience the lively festivals or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
Brightleaf Square
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Brightleaf Square during your visit to Durham. Discover the lively festivals and stunning cathedral in this family-friendly area.
Durham Performing Arts Center
Enjoy a stop at Durham Performing Arts Center, an entertaining place to visit in Durham. Experience the area's lively festivals or attend a sporting event.
Durham Bulls Athletic Park
Catch an event at Durham Bulls Athletic Park during your trip to Durham. Discover the area's lively festivals and stunning cathedral.
Durham Convention Center
Learn about the events happening at Durham Convention Center during your trip to Durham. Discover the lively festivals and stunning cathedral in this family-friendly area.
Carolina Theatre
You can make plans for a show at Carolina Theatre during your stay in Durham. Experience the area's lively festivals or attend a sporting event.
Things to do
Downtown Durham Historian-Guided Walking Tour
Guided Walking Historian Tour in Downtown Durham
Durham African-American Historic Walking Tour
Top hotels in Downtown Durham
21c Museum Hotel Durham
Cute little boutique style hotel.
Reviewed on Mar 30, 2026
Unscripted Durham, Part of JDV by Hyatt
We stayed one night Had kids with us and the place was great
Reviewed on Mar 20, 2026
The Durham Hotel
Roof Top Yoga was outstanding. Room and Shower were very nice. Parking easy. Great nearby walking distance restaurants
Reviewed on Apr 1, 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Raleigh-Durham Airport, NC
We got the airport almost midnight, and was unable to pick up our rental car. I called the property and the driver showed up in less than 10 minutes to pick up us. That was very sweet. We had a very comfortable stay. Clean room and very friendly staff. I booked it for our return flight home. Definitely ...
Reviewed on Apr 1, 2026
Sonesta Select Raleigh Durham Airport Morrisville
We stayed an additional day. The property was clean. The staff were kind there was access to amenities and nearby things to do outstanding service. I will definitely book a stay here again.
Reviewed on Mar 31, 2026
The Umstead Hotel and Spa
We booked a room for our anniversary. We are Raleigh natives and have always wanted to stay here but I think our expectations were too high. We couldn’t book a couples massage b/c we were told they get booked 2 months out. We had ants on our balcony. I was told check in was at 3:00 but we didn’t ...
Reviewed on Mar 27, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Durham
Trinity Park
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Trinity Park and surrounding area, you can visit Brightleaf Square and Carolina Theatre.
Duke Park
While Duke Park isn't home to many top sights, Carolina Theatre and Museum of Life and Science are some notable places to visit nearby.
East Durham
While there might not be top attractions in East Durham, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Durham Performing Arts Center and Carolina Theatre.
Northwest Raleigh
While visiting Northwest Raleigh, you might make a stop by sights like Crabtree Valley Mall and William B. Umstead State Park.
Downtown Cary
While visiting Downtown Cary, you might make a stop by sights like Bond Brothers Beer Company and Cary Arts Center.
Crabtree Valley
One reason travelers love spending time in Crabtree Valley is the popular shops, and Crabtree Valley Mall is a top place to visit.
