Wonderful short hikes along the Eno River with easy parking and trail access. The Cox Mountain trail is an approximately. 3.5 mile loop, a favorite of Buck's.
Historic district in Durham. Explore beautiful and historic architecture, delicious food, and cool shops.
For those staying at The Umstead there are complimentary bike and helmet rentals. And the property boasts a 3 acre outdoor area with a pond and 1/4 mile paved walking trail. https://www.theumstead.com/amenities
The Umstead Hotel is famous for their art collection. For those interested in staying out of the rain head to the gift shop on the first floor and ask for an art tour guide. With this you can wander the halls of hotel and see local, national, and international work from glass sculptures to paintings. Head to the bar for a cocktail for the cruise. Enjoy!