Visiting Durham
GET TO KNOW THE BULL CITY
Duke and its hometown of Durham, North Carolina, are closely connected. Here’s how to see some of Durham during a short visit to campus.
COMMUNITY
EAT
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Overnight Stay
TASTE OF THE TOWN
If you’re staying overnight in town, you’ll have time to sample one of Durham’s acclaimed restaurants and visit some of our trendy neighborhoods.
Dame's Chicken & Waffles
Serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner, Dame’s pairings are world-class, comfort food combinations meant to fulfill your appetite’s and heart’s desires. Dame’s culinary creations are truly palate-pleasing pairings that offer something special for all comers.
Pompieri Pizza
Visit this casual Neapolitan pizza restaurant where everything is handmade, sourced locally. and wood-fired. Whether your tastes are adventurous or not, Pompieri Pizza has a pizza for you.
Elmo's Diner
Elmo’s Diner has been a local Durham favorite for more than twenty years. Located on Ninth Street, Elmo's serves fresh, delicious food in a family diner atmosphere.
Guglhupf
Featured in Cooking Light and on the Food Network, this innovative restaurant & cafe features an upscale menu exploring German cuisine with an inventive approach using local, seasonal ingredients.
Parker and Otis
Parker and Otis is a restaurant and gift shop located in historic downtown Durham, NC. Opened seven days a week, serving breakfast and lunch with an amazing array of gifts, gourmet foods, cheese, wine and candy.
Beyú Caffè
Beyú Caffè (pronounced be-you) was founded in 2009 by Dorian Bolden to be the ultimate community gathering place.
Weekend Trip
CHOOSE YOUR OWN ADVENTURE
A weekend in Durham gives you the chance to pick-and-choose the local attractions that most interest you. Whether you’re a foodie, a gamer, a sports fan, or an artist, there’s something in Durham just for you.
Ninth Street
Eats, errands, and eclectic gifts – everything you need in a unique, walkable district with a rich history and a friendly neighborhood feel. This colorful West Durham street has roots that go all the way back to Durham’s early days of textiles and tobacco. Today, its modern amenities are matched with a strong tradition of independent business to create a vibrant culture.
Duke Forest
The Duke Forest comprises 7,060 acres of land in Durham, Orange and Alamance counties and has been managed for research and teaching purposes since 1931. Its mission is to facilitate research that addresses questions concerning forested and aquatic ecosystems and to help students become informed citizens and effective stewards of our natural resources. In addition to supporting education at Duke and other local universities, the Forest participates in outreach through tours and other events.
Durham Farmers' Market
The Durham Farmers’ Market is a community of farmers, growers and crafters. They are strongly committed to local products: every item at the market was produced by the people selling it, and it all comes from no more than 70 miles away.
Durham Performing Arts Center
Since its opening in 2008, DPAC (Durham Performing Arts Center) has become the center for live entertainment in North Carolina. Recognized for its contemporary design, DPAC features 2,700 seats, intimate sightlines, and state-of-the-art sound and video. Ranked annually among the top-ten theaters in America by three leading national magazines that cover live entertainment events and venues, DPAC attracts over 500,000 guests per year to its 200+ events.
Durham Bulls
The Durham Bulls are a professional minor league baseball team who plays at Durham Bulls Athletic Park in downtown Durham. The Bulls are the Triple-A affiliate of the Tampa Bay Rays.