Fun things to do in Durham (US)

Best and most fun things to do in Durham : Follow the crowd or avoid the queues by visiting the most popular attractions during the quiet hours as indicated below.

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Sarah P. Duke Gardens (Botanical garden)
2000 Lewis St
4.9

Sarah P. Duke Gardens is most popular around 3 PM on Sundays.

Sarah P. Duke Gardens is a botanic garden in the heart of Duke University that inspires transformative learning, promotes wellness and builds community. CONSTRUCTION UPDATE: Construction is underway on the Garden Gateway, a renovation and expansion project at Duke Gardens. The outdoor areas of Duke Gardens remain open but the main entrance, Gardens parking lots and visitor center are closed until spring 2026. Visitors may enter Duke Gardens at 2000 Lewis St.

For more info visit the website or checkout Google Maps.

Elmo's Diner (Breakfast restaurant)
776 9th St
4.5

Elmo's Diner is most popular around 11 AM on Saturdays. Visitors usually stay up to 1 hour here. It's most quiet on Wednesdays.

For more info visit the website or checkout Google Maps.

Urban Axes - Axe Throwing (Bar)
619 Foster St
4.9

Urban Axes - Axe Throwing is most popular around 7 PM on Tuesdays. Visitors usually stay up to 3.5 hours here. It's most quiet on Wednesdays.

The original home of Urban Axe Throwing in Durham! Perfect for birthday parties, bachelor/ettes, and corporate events! Come and enjoy an adult beverage from our licensed bar. Ages 12+

For more info visit the website or checkout Google Maps.

Alpaca (Restaurant)
703A 9th St
4.7

Alpaca is most popular around 5 PM on Fridays. Visitors usually stay up to 45 min here. It's most quiet on Wednesdays.

For more info visit the website or checkout Google Maps.

Capital Seafood Market (Market)
1304 University Dr
4.2

Capital Seafood Market is most popular around 3 PM on Fridays. Visitors usually stay up to 20 min here. It's most quiet on Mondays.

Capital Seafood provides the Raleigh-Durham area with fresh local caught seafood. We carry a variety of different seafood such as red snapper, salmon, shrimp and much more.

For more info visit the website or checkout Google Maps.

Guasaca South American Grill-Durham (Restaurant)
A-100 Erwin Square
4.5

Guasaca South American Grill-Durham is most popular around 5 PM on Fridays. Visitors usually stay up to 45 min here. It's most quiet on Wednesdays.

For more info visit the website or checkout Google Maps.

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