Title: Visit Downtown Durham: Best of Downtown Durham, Raleigh Travel 2026 | Expedia Tourism - Expedia.ca [Hotels in Downtown Durham](https://expedia.ca/Downtown-Durham-Raleigh-Hotels.0-n553248635976479661-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Raleigh](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Raleigh.d178300.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Raleigh](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Raleigh.d178300.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Downtown Durham Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Downtown-Durham.d553248635976479661.Car-Rental-Guide)[Downtown Durham Vacations](https://expedia.ca/Downtown-Durham.d553248635976479661.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Downtown Durham ## Raleigh ![View of downtown Raleigh, North Carolina with blue sky background.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976479661/f4c148c8-e2be-4596-b3fe-f5c467ed86b5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![View of downtown Raleigh, North Carolina with blue sky background.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976479661/f4c148c8-e2be-4596-b3fe-f5c467ed86b5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![For a downright jaw-dropping sunset cocktail in downtown Durham, NC - hit up the rooftop bar at The Durham Hotel. #roofttopbar #sunset #dreamydrinks #skyonfire](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6049/8c339950-4d9e-46ee-9c77-4c52b23004b6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The Sarah Duke Gardens is part of Duke University - one of the best public gardens in the country and a peaceful place to spend the afternoon. This photo was taken at the Japanese Pavilion. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6049/a3eb1706-5dab-4e15-b26b-def049a514fa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The American Tobacco Trail is a 22 mile hiking / biking trail which runs through Durham and Cary, NC. A great place to ride in the city without traffic. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6049/6e4f4da6-7715-41a1-ba78-229579b19424.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Downtown Durham Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Raleigh travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Raleigh.dx178300) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Sunset over American Tobacco](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6049/50566a42-078c-4f1b-9705-32d9428da9ba.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/American-Tobacco-Campus-Downtown-Durham.d553248621563220390.Vacation-Attraction) ![Brightleaf is part of downtown Durham, NC's renaissance. Old tobacco warehouses have found new life as shops and restaurants. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6049/0adb926a-a394-48cf-9e3e-0469cbde9b26.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Brightleaf-Square-Downtown-Durham.d553248621532657772.Vacation-Attraction) ![0_65015416](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6066157/45ee3cc8-1e93-4b22-ac70-219ecf1127fe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### North Carolina State University 4.5/5(7 reviews) Explore the campus of North Carolina State University during your visit to Raleigh. You can attend a sporting event while in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/North-Carolina-State-University-Southwest-Raleigh.d6066157.Vacation-Attraction) ![durham north carolina](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6066239/212e46bf-55a6-4645-9d2e-1c49ed3cbbe8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Duke University 4.5/5(7 reviews) Walk around the campus of Duke University, a top college in Durham. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's stunning cathedral. [](https://expedia.ca/Duke-University-Raleigh.d6066239.Vacation-Attraction) ![Raleigh Convention Center](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6126994/336b345b-62a2-4f28-837c-8e73b96e53fb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Raleigh Convention Center 4/5(1 review) Learn about the events happening at Raleigh Convention Center during your trip to Raleigh. Experience the acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.ca/Raleigh-Convention-Center-Downtown-Raleigh.d6126994.Vacation-Attraction) ![Not many flowers on the beach - had a bad winter I guess](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2967/3f99f4db-02c7-4ac4-982d-2dcaddedfafe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Lenovo Center 4.5/5(17 reviews) Catch an event at Lenovo Center during your trip to Raleigh. You can attend a sporting event while in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/PNC-Arena-Raleigh.d6066171.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![Durham African American History Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48351953/6b398a72-a8c8-458d-9d5d-06315436faa4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Durham African American History Tour CA $26 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/durham-african-american-history-tour.a48351953.activity-details) ![Raleigh Historian-Guided Downtown Walking Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47557587/7167c905-60ad-4b90-9ca2-cb6afd8c5dab.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Raleigh Historian-Guided Downtown Walking Tour CA $27 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/raleigh-historian-guided-downtown-walking-tour.a47557587.activity-details) [See all activities in Raleigh](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Raleigh.d178300.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Downtown Durham Hotel Deals ![21c Museum Hotel Durham](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8730000/8720800/8720744/a66cf407_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### 21c Museum Hotel Durham 111 North Corcoran Street Durham NC CA $218 CA $254 total Mar 8 - Mar 9 includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Durham. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews) Aside from the heater barely working in the rooms in the middle of winter, it was a nice stay. We moved once and both rooms on both floors had poor heating it was uncomfortable. However, the staff were always professional and friendly. The 4 stars are for them Reviewed on Jan 30, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F03%2F2026&endDate=09%2F03%2F2026&selected=8720744&PinnedHotelID=8720744&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976479661) ![The Durham Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/11000000/10995500/10995456/b7c32975_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Durham Hotel 315 East Chapel Hill Street Durham NC CA $253 CA $287 total Feb 19 - Feb 20 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this boutique hotel in Durham. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (655 reviews) Quiet room, clean room and comfortable bed. Helpful and courteous staff The best part was quiet AC/ heater; no unit at the window making noise all night. Reviewed on Feb 4, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=19%2F02%2F2026&endDate=20%2F02%2F2026&selected=10995456&PinnedHotelID=10995456&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976479661) ![Unscripted Durham, Part of JDV by Hyatt](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18030000/18023800/18023733/0f9d6f74_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Unscripted Durham, Part of JDV by Hyatt 202 N Corcoran St Durham NC CA $170 CA $216 total Mar 15 - Mar 16 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Durham. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews) Great place Reviewed on Jan 23, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F03%2F2026&endDate=16%2F03%2F2026&selected=18023733&PinnedHotelID=18023733&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976479661) ![Sonesta Select Raleigh Durham Airport Morrisville](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/5600/5596/bf9fcb73_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Sonesta Select Raleigh Durham Airport Morrisville 2001 Hospitality Ct Morrisville NC CA $137 CA $155 total Mar 9 - Mar 10 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Morrisville. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (1,763 reviews) The hotel was clean, staff was nice and helpful. My was room was clean, comfy bed and pillows. I slept so good, I missed breakfast twice. Would definitely stay here again. 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Reviewed on Feb 6, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=02%2F03%2F2026&endDate=03%2F03%2F2026&selected=40419&PinnedHotelID=40419&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976479661) ![Quality Inn & Suites Raleigh Durham Airport](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/49800/49758/093f7b22_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Quality Inn & Suites Raleigh Durham Airport 1001 Aerial Center Pkwy Morrisville NC CA $97 CA $110 total Feb 17 - Feb 18 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Morrisville. Enjoy free breakfast, a free airport shuttle, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful ... 7.8/10 Good! (1,007 reviews) The room was clean....the staff was friendly...location was outstanding! 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