Things to Do in Durham, NC

  • Our list of the best things to do in Durham, North Carolina, features the top 174 nearby activities — including 87 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
  • Durham, NC has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Outdoor Places, Entertainment & Shows, Sports & Fitness, and Museums & Galleries.
  • The results below include the top 32 things to do within the city of Durham, NC , followed by 142 popular activities in nearby cities, including Raleigh, Chapel Hill, Cary, Wake Forest, Apex, Mebane, Pittsboro and Garner
  • Our list of the best things to do in Durham, North Carolina, features the top 174 nearby activities — including 87 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
  • Durham, NC has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Outdoor Places, Entertainment & Shows, Sports & Fitness, and Museums & Galleries.
  • The results below include the top 32 things to do within the city of Durham, NC , followed by 142 popular activities in nearby cities, including Raleigh, Chapel Hill, Cary, Wake Forest, Apex, Mebane, Pittsboro and Garner
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From the merchant: I teach private acoustic and electric guitar lessons in a fun, encouraging, and creative environment.
2.7 Miles
78% 37 votes
Golf 3001 Cameron Blvd, Durham, NC 27705 MoreLess Info
Open to the public, Duke University Golf Course features well-manicured greens in a natural setting. Its eighteen holes provide a challenge for skilled golfers but is also ideal for the golfer who is still learning.
3.1 Miles
93% 28 votes
Hiking Trails Cameron Blvd & Erwin Road, Durham, NC 27705 MoreLess Info
Named in honor of a former ACC champion track coach at Duke University, the Al Buehler Cross Country Trail comprises over three miles of trails suited for walking and running. The trails wind around a golf course.
0.5 Miles
100% 12 votes
Parks 534 Foster Street, Durham, NC 27701 MoreLess Info
Hosting events for the community, Durham Central Park offers visitors open fields, gardens, and paths to explore. At the park, visitors can attend movie screenings, enjoy picnics, and attend food truck festivals.
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.
5.2 Miles
70% 20 votes
Golf 4023 Wake Forest Highway, Durham, NC 27703 MoreLess Info
With exceptional greens, The Crossings Golf Course has received awards from various publications. Picturesque, it offers numerous challenges for the skilled golfer including rolling hills, bunkers and wetlands. Yet with four tees, it is also suitable for new golfers.
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.
4.7 Miles
52% 21 votes
Bowling 4508 Durham-Chapel Hill Blvd, Durham, NC 27707 MoreLess Info
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.
7.0 Miles
42% 24 votes
Golf 115 Falls Village Lane, Durham, NC 27703 MoreLess Info
Along with eighteen holes of golf fun, Falls Village Golf Course offers practice facilities for golfers to learn and perfect their game. Its water views add to the beauty of the course and further increase its challenge.
2.2 Miles
50% 20 votes
Family Fun Center 715 N Hoover Road, Durham, NC 27703 MoreLess Info
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.
2.2 Miles
50% 10 votes
Family Fun Center 715 N Hoover Road, Durham, NC 27703 MoreLess Info
Great for private birthday arties, company picnics, and other special events, Wheels Family Fun Center features a roller skating rink, go-karts, batting cages, mini golf, a play gym, and an 'Amazing Maze.'
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