Best hotels in Durham
Durham Marriott City Center
201 Foster Street, Durham, NC 27701
This idyllic hotel sits in the heart of downtown Durham, under a 10-minute drive fromthe Hertz Durham - Hillsborough HLE car rental office. Expect contemporary rooms with plush bedding and well-lit workspaces. Build up a sweat at the on-site fitness center before exploring the attractions nearby, including Durham Bulls Athletic Park and the Museum of Life and Science.
Hilton Garden Inn
2102 W Main Street, Durham, NC 27705
Less than a mile away from Duke University, Hilton Garden Inn is perfectly placed for parents or relatives visiting college majors. The on-site restaurant serves breakfast and dinner daily so guests can fuel up before a day full of adventures. Room service, free parking and free Wi-Fi are also available.
Millennium Hotel Durham
2800 Campus Walk Avenue, Durham, NC 27705
This luxury hotel features newly renovated rooms equipped with flat-screen TVs and air conditioning. There’s complimentary parking and Wi-Fi, and guests can work out in the gym. Those on business trips can utilize the meeting and events facilities available throughout the hotel.
Best restaurants in Durham
El Corral Mexican Restaurant
1821 Hillandale Road, Durham, NC 27705
Awaken your senses and sample authentic flavors at this family-friendly Mexican restaurant. El Corral promises to make diners feel at home, which is easy when each dish is freshly prepared and served in a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Dig into sizzling fajitas or enjoy special nachos.
Pizzeria Toro
105 E Chapel Hill Street, Durham, NC 27701
This contemporary pizza parlor serves up wood-fired pizzas in a warm and cozy ambiance. Start off with Tuscan kale salad before tucking into a spicy lamb meatball pizza. If there’s still room for dessert, choose from an assortment of mouthwatering desserts to complement your meal.
Rockin’ Rolls Sushi
3405 Hillsborough Road, Durham, NC 27705
This all-you-can-eat sushi restaurant, serving over 50 sushi dishes, invites guests to experience the ultimate Japanese dining experience. Each dish is freshly prepared with wholesome ingredients and served under the highest level of service. Simply grab what you like from the conveyor belt and dig in.
Best things to do in Durham
“Major” - Durham Bull Bronze Sculpture
211 W Parrish Street, Durham, NC 27701
Standing tall in the main plaza since 2004, the 2,000-pound, 10-foot bronze bull sculpture known as Major was created by local artists and given to Durham. A bull has been a symbol of the city’s strength since the 1800s, and now the statue is believed to bring good luck and fortune upon locals and visitors alike.
Eno River State Park
6101 Cole Mill Road, Durham, NC 27705
This lush 4,319-acre park sits between Durham and Orange Counties. It offers five scattered access trails for those who wish to explore the natural beauty North Carolina has to offer. There are also several picnic areas dotted through the park, perfect for enjoying a quiet moment in the open air.
Nasher Museum of Art
2001 Campus Drive, Durham, NC 27705
Nasher Museum of Art is located on the campus of Duke University. It sits in a 65,000-square-foot contemporary building and features a groundbreaking collection of art, with a permanent collection of over 13,000 works.