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What to do in Durham
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Duke University
Walk around the campus of Duke University, a top college in Durham. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's stunning cathedral.
North Carolina State University
Explore the campus of North Carolina State University, a top college in Raleigh. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
Lenovo Center
You can take time to visit Lenovo Center during your travels to Raleigh. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
University of North Carolina
Explore the campus of University of North Carolina, during your travels in Chapel Hill. Experience the area's entertainment choices or attend a sporting event.
North Carolina State Fairgrounds
Enjoy an outing to North Carolina State Fairgrounds during your stay in Raleigh. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
Franklin Street
During your visit to Chapel Hill, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Franklin Street. Visit the area's cathedral, or simply enjoy its restaurants.
Crabtree Valley Mall
You can enjoy retail therapy at Crabtree Valley Mall during your trip to Raleigh. Attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
Research Triangle Park
Research Triangle Park is just one of the places to see in Raleigh, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Duke University Hospital
Though Duke University Hospital might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Durham while you are here.
Areas of Durham
Downtown Durham
While visiting Downtown Durham, you might make a stop by sights like Carolina Theatre and Durham Performing Arts Center.
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 American Tobacco Campus.
Hayes
Hayes might not have many top sights, but Durham Performing Arts Center and American Tobacco Campus are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Trinity Park
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Trinity Park and surrounding area, you can visit Carolina Theatre and Brightleaf Square.
9th Street District
The restaurants and shopping are a few reasons travelers visit 9th Street District. Though there aren't many top sights in the neighborhood, you can visit Sarah P. Duke Gardens and Northgate Mall, a few notable attractions nearby.
Forest Hills
When in Forest Hills, you can plan a visit to Durham Bulls Athletic Park and Forest Hills Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
