Downtown Durham, NC
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 entertainment choices 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.
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 during your visit to Raleigh. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
Raleigh Convention Center
Learn about the events happening at Raleigh Convention Center during your trip to Raleigh. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
Lenovo Center
Catch an event at Lenovo Center during your trip to Raleigh. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
Things to do
Carolina Hurricanes Ice Hockey Game at PNC Arena
Downtown Durham Hotel Deals
21c Museum Hotel Durham
Historic building with the charm of art museum and in-house gym and sauna for guest use. Improvements needed in guest relations friendliness and room amenities such as extra towels and folding luggage racks which seemed to be in short supply.
Reviewed on Apr 4, 2026
Unscripted Durham, Part of JDV by Hyatt
The location and staff were fantastic. I feel the nightly price was way too high for the very basic amenities and not extremely clean room. There is a $14.99 daily fee that they don’t tell you about unless you scan the QR code that is behind the keys in the envelope they give you at check in. It ...
Reviewed on Apr 3, 2026
The Durham Hotel
Great staff. Amazing roof top and easy waking to everything.
Reviewed on Apr 4, 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Raleigh-Durham Airport, NC
Great place to stay. We were overnight for an early flight. Comfortable beds, clean and quiet. Staff were friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on Apr 4, 2026
Sonesta Select Raleigh Durham Airport Morrisville
Need to have complimentary breakfast. Room was clean & bed was comfy. Front desk staff was polite, helpful and courteous. Pool was not open yet. Hall way carpet needs to be deep cleaned or replaced.
Reviewed on Apr 4, 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 neighborhoods 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.
