- The list below includes 132 free or cheap things to do in or near Durham, North Carolina, including 56 different types of inexpensive activities like Hiking Trails, Family Fun Center, Dog Park and Nature & Wildlife Areas.
- From Sarah P. Duke Gardens to Duke University, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Durham and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Raleigh, Cary, Wake Forest and Chapel Hill.
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Expert-led classes guide novice brewers through the basics of beer crafting, from selecting recipes to bottling their product
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The expansive Eno River State Park in Durham, North Carolina is one of the most beautiful parks in the eastern United States. Day visits are free, but campers must purchase an inexpensive permit before entering the park. The picnic area and barbecue grills must be reserved in advance.
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Important to the Civil War, Bennett Place Historic Site offers guided tours and educational programs for schools and youth groups. Along with the museum, there are walking trails, outdoor exhibits and a picnic area for visitors to enjoy.
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5828 Old Oxford Highway, Durham, NC 27712
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Offering guided tours of a plantation and its beautiful surroundings, Stagville State Historic Site is important to American history. There is also a welcome center and gift shop on the premises.
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Based in Durham, North Carolina, the Museum of Life + Science has one of the largest butterfly gardens in the United States. It also features indoor exchibits, live animals and hands-on stations for children and adults.
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Guests can visit a variety of North Carolina's unique and highly recommended restaurants and shops with Taste Carolina Gourmet Food Tours. The tours make 5 to 6 stops and include behind the scenes chats with the restaurant owners and chefs.
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2001 Campus Drive, Durham, NC 27708
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Durham, North Carolina's Nasher Museum of Art at Duke University is a large art museum on the university campus. In addition to its extensive permanent collection, the museum maintains a thriving exchange program with other academic museums. It also offers many community outreach events and programs for adults …
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The Motorco Music Hall is a live performance venue that is available to be used for private parties, weddings, community gatherings, and concerts. The venue also hosts comedy shows as well as films screenings.
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Specialty dance workshops and full classes are offered at Ninth Street. The dance instructors can cover most popular types of dance including jazz, tap, tango, ballet, swing, samba, African, modern, hip hop, and Broadway.
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AMF Durham Lanes offers traditional bowling on 32 lanes along with a bar and meeting room with a capacity of up to 36 people. They also feature arcades, pool or air hockey, group events, birthday parties and a Pro Shop.
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Providing both indoor and outdoor attractions, Wheels Fun Park offers entertainment for the entire family. Visitors to the park can enjoy skateboarding, roller skating, batting practice, go-karting or miniature golf.