For our family and friends from out of town—we want you to enjoy Durham as we do. Here are some of our favorite spots to eat, drink, and explore.
Activities
Outdoor
Sarah P. Duke Gardens - Open 8am ‘til dusk
Eno River State Park - We love the trails at West Point on the Eno, the Pump Station Trail, and the Dunnagan Trail. The Buffalo Trail to Sennett Hole takes you to a great swimming hole. The Eno Quarry is a gorgeous hike and a great place to swim as well!
Museums
Nasher Museum of Art - Incredible collection and free admission. Tess’ #1 rec!
Museum of Life & Science - Great activity for those with kiddos. Check out the butterfly room!
Museum of Durham History - Small but mighty
Shopping
Durham Farmer’s Market - Saturday mornings in Central Park!
The Regulator - Our favorite local bookstore
American Tobacco Campus - Shops & restaurants aplenty in this charming lil’ district, and it’s right next to the ballpark!
Miscellaneous Adventures
Durham Bulls vs Nashville Sounds - If you happen to be staying through Sunday, there’s a day game that’ll be a blast!
Carolina Theater - Go catch a show or a movie at our historic local theater!
Duke Lemur Center - Book ahead
Food and drinks
Dinner
Hutchin’s Garage - Pizza, salads, lots of space if ya need a spot for a group.
Nana’s - Our fave fancy date night spot. Everything is good.
Queeny’s - Thoughtful casual menu in an artful setting. Best late night food option.
Viceroy - Great English pub/Indian fusion spot. Make a rez!
Drinks
Delafia - Cozy little natural wine bar
Kingfisher - Inventive craft cocktails in moody space
Surf Club - Spacious dive bar popular with locals + the industry crowd
Dain’s Place - Tess’ dive bar.
Green Room - Dusty, divey, smoky pool hall… a Durham institution.
Arcana - Lesbian tarot bar!
Remy’s - Nice little low key bar downtown
Breakfast
Cocoa Cinnamon - Cute coffee cafe with multiple locations
Monuts - A Durham institution and friendly as can be
Guglhupf - Spacious german cafe with killer attached bakery
Omie’s Cafe - Hip + good coffee shop
Lunch
Ideal’s Sandwich & Grocery - Best sandwiches in town, hands down. Try the chopped cheese! (Takeout only)
Durham Food Hall - We’re obsessed with the crunchwraps from Ex Voto, and Locals Seafood is killer too!
Rose’s Noodles, Dumplings & Sweets - Small space but excellent food!