Things to Do with Kids in Durham, NC

  • TripBuzz found 135 things to do with kids in or near Durham, North Carolina, including 108 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Raleigh, Chapel Hill, Wake Forest and Cary.
  • From Durham Bulls Athletic Park to Cameron Indoor Stadium, the Durham area offers 52 different types of family activities, including: Golf, Sports Stadiums (Professional), Hiking Trails and Family Fun Center.
  • Home to Duke University, the city of Durham, North Carolina is one of the most affluent and popular college towns in the nation. The city's beautiful and historic architecture is a draw for tourists as is the thriving artistic culture and music scene. Duke University's sports scene is also a large draw, as it is home to one of the nations top men's basketball teams.
  • TripBuzz found 135 things to do with kids in or near Durham, North Carolina, including 108 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Raleigh, Chapel Hill, Wake Forest and Cary.
  • From Durham Bulls Athletic Park to Cameron Indoor Stadium, the Durham area offers 52 different types of family activities, including: Golf, Sports Stadiums (Professional), Hiking Trails and Family Fun Center.
  • Home to Duke University, the city of Durham, North Carolina is one of the most affluent and popular college towns in the nation. The city's beautiful and historic architecture is a draw for tourists as is the thriving artistic culture and music scene. Duke University's sports scene is also a large draw, as it is home to one of the nations top men's basketball teams.
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Student-run culinary restaurant serving up American fare, including The District Slider Burger, Salmon & Lemon Brodetto & Seasonal Desserts
5.5 Miles
80% 10 votes
Dog Park 5999 Woodlake Drive, Durham, NC 27713 MoreLess Info
Piney Wood Park is a scenic community park in Durham. The family and pet-friendly park features a children's playground, dog park, picnic areas and wide open grass fields for sports play.
2.1 Miles
70% 10 votes
Dog Park 400 W Lavender Avenue, Durham, NC 27704 MoreLess Info
Two enclosed areas make Northgate Dog Park suitable for all sizes and ages of dog. Amenities of the park include water fountains for the pups, bags for dog waste, benches, and a kiosk.
1.8 Miles
25% 20 votes
Movie Theaters 1058 W Club Blvd, Durham, NC 27701 MoreLess Info
A ten-screen movie theater, Northgate Stadium 10 Theatre displays first-run feature films using digital projection and sound. The theater offers 3D movies, stadium seating, arcade games, event hosting and a snack bar with food and drinks.
2.0 Miles
98% 1485 votes
Gardens 426 Anderson Street, Durham, NC 27708 MoreLess Info
Spanning 55 acres, Duke University's Sarah P. Duke Gardens are the aesthetic heart of the institution. The beautifully manicured gardens are always open and free to all visitors. Donations are gratefully accepted.
0.2 Miles
95% 1097 votes
Theaters 123 Vivian St., Durham, NC MoreLess Info
North Carolina's DPAC - Durham Performing Arts Center is a performance hall, theater and event space that forms the cultural core of the city. It hosts musicals, plays, band concerts, dance recitals, orchestral concerts and other large-scale events.
1.5 Miles
95% 384 votes
Colleges & Universities Durham, NC MoreLess Info
Duke University is one of the largest and most respected universities in the United States. It has over 13,000 students and a legendary sports program. Duke's beautiful campus is open to visitors throughout the year.
3.6 Miles
91% 244 votes
Nature & Wildlife Areas 3705 Erwin Road, Durham, NC 27705 MoreLess Info
Duke University's Duke Lemur Center is one of the world's most important zoological institutes dedicated to lemurs. Tours are available seven days a week and must be scheduled in advance. All tour proceeds benefit lemurs and support the Lemur Center's research initiatives.
8.3 Miles
94% 223 votes
Nature & Wildlife Areas 6101 Cole Mill Rd., Durham, NC MoreLess Info
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.
0.4 Miles
96% 193 votes
Theaters 309 West Morgan Street, Durham, NC 27701 MoreLess Info
In the heart of downtown Durham, North Carolina, the Carolina Theater presents a wide variety of plays, musicals, concerts, lectures and other intellectual and artistic events. It also screens foreign and independent films.
4.8 Miles
86% 133 votes
Historic Sites 4409 Bennett Memorial Road, Durham, NC MoreLess Info
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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