Durham Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Durham

Where to stay in Durham

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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
Sonesta Select Durham Research Triangle Park
Sonesta Select Durham Research Triangle Park
3 out of 5
301 Residence Inn Blvd, Durham, NC
Fully refundable
The price is NZ$135 per night from 20 May to 21 May
NZ$135
per night
20 May - 21 May
Stay at this hotel in Durham. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,010 reviews)
"Very nice, did not like the phone not working, also, it would have been nice to be able to sit outside."

Reviewed on 10 May 2024

Sonesta Select Durham Research Triangle Park
Hilton Durham near Duke University
Hilton Durham near Duke University
3.5 out of 5
3800 Hillsborough Rd, Durham, NC
The price is NZ$236 per night from 26 May to 27 May
NZ$236
per night
26 May - 27 May
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Durham. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
"Hotel was very close to the medical facility we were visiting. There was dining in house, but the pricing was a bit high. Breakfast buffet was $20 per person! Also the top sheet on the bed had a spot of coffee or tea on it. Very disappointing for a Hilton."

Reviewed on 7 May 2024

Hilton Durham near Duke University
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Univ Area Chapel Hill
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Univ Area Chapel Hill
2.5 out of 5
4414 Durham Chapel Hill Blvd, Durham, NC
The price is NZ$224 per night from 15 May to 16 May
NZ$224
per night
15 May - 16 May
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Durham. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,193 reviews)
"The walls are very thin or not insulated. Lots of loud doors and people in hallways."

Reviewed on 11 May 2024

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Univ Area Chapel Hill
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COZY SUN FILLED HOME / MODERN VILLA NEAR DOWNTOWN
COZY SUN FILLED HOME / MODERN VILLA NEAR DOWNTOWN
Durham
Stay at this vacation home in Durham. Enjoy free WiFi, in-room fireplaces, and air conditioning. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
10/10 Exceptional! (31 reviews)
Perfect for our trip!
"Sleeping arrangement and location was perfect for our trip. The host was extremely accommodating and helpful before and during our stay. Since we took the train into town we needed to drop our luggage off early. The host allowed us to do so. The housekeeper was there so we made sure to be quick and ..."

Reviewed on 16 Apr. 2024

COZY SUN FILLED HOME / MODERN VILLA NEAR DOWNTOWN
Kasa University Medical Center Durham
Kasa University Medical Center Durham
3.5 out of 5
704 15th St, Durham, NC
Stay at this 3.5-star apartment in Durham. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a business center. Popular attractions Durham Performing Arts Center and ...
8/10 Very Good! (32 reviews)
"Location pretty convenient to both west and east campus of dukeU. Spacious unit with nice decoration. Safe and enjoyable. Customer service is very nice."

Reviewed on 22 Mar. 2024

Kasa University Medical Center Durham
The Exchange on Erwin
The Exchange on Erwin
3 out of 5
2614 Erwin Rd, Durham, NC
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Durham. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Durham Performing Arts Center and Rhine Research ...
7.4/10 Good! (3 reviews)
Just not good enough
"It was very difficult to get them to send an email with the information I needed to check in, so it ended up with me having to stay at another hotel the first night because they forgot to send me the first email"

Reviewed on 23 Apr. 2024

The Exchange on Erwin
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Popular places to visit

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Duke University

3/5(1 review)

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
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North Carolina State University

3/5(1 review)

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
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PNC Arena

3/5(1 review)

Catch an event at PNC Arena during your trip to Raleigh. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

PNC Arena
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University of North Carolina

3/5(1 review)

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
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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.

North Carolina State Fairgrounds
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Franklin Street

During your visit to Chapel Hill, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Franklin Street. Visit the area's cathedral or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Franklin Street

Activities

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Private transportation

NZ$195
Per adult
Private transportation
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Durham Scavenger Hunt: Bricks, Bulls & Beauty

NZ$20
Per adult
Durham Scavenger Hunt: Bricks, Bulls & Beauty
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Raleigh Puzzling Adventure

NZ$57
Per adult
Raleigh Puzzling Adventure
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Fun City Scavenger Hunt in Raleigh by 3Quest Challenge

NZ$16
Per adult
Fun City Scavenger Hunt in Raleigh by 3Quest Challenge
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Fun City Scavenger Hunt in Raleigh by Wacky Walks

NZ$16
Per adult
Fun City Scavenger Hunt in Raleigh by Wacky Walks
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Explore Raleigh with a Unique Scavenger Hunt by Crazy Dash

NZ$16
Per adult
Explore Raleigh with a Unique Scavenger Hunt by Crazy Dash
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