Downtown Durham and the neighboring cities offers a host of restaurants, activities, and hikes for you to do while you are here.
Durham Farmers' Market
501 Foster Street, Durham, NC 27701
Stop by the farmer's market on Saturday morning to get local crafts, baked goods, and produce. ~10 minute walk from the Aloft hotel.
Mothers & Sons Trattoria
107 West Chapel Hill Street, Durham, NC 27701
Rachel and Chris's favorite Italian spot in Downton Durham. Reservations recommended. Make sure to leave room for the tiramisu! ~10 minute walk from the Aloft hotel.
King's Sandwich Shop
701 Foster Street, Durham, NC 27701
Grab a burger and fries at King's Sandwich Shop, a Durham staple! ~20 minute walk from Aloft hotel.
Cocoa Cinnamon
420 West Geer Street, Durham, NC 27701
Grab a morning coffee at Cocoa Cinnamon - Rachel's favorite is the Dr. Durham latte. ~20 minute walk from the Aloft hotel.
Fullsteam Brewery
320 Blackwell Street, Durham, NC 27701
Fullsteam Brewery was our first date spot! You will see many local restaurants and grocery stores serve Fullstream brews. ~5 minute walk from the Aloft hotel.
American Tobacco Campus
300 Blackwell Street, Durham, NC 27701
The American Tobacco Campus is a beautifully renovated warehouse with local shops and restaurants, just across the street from the Aloft hotel. It's an easy stroll as you explore Durham.
Sarah P. Duke Gardens
2000 Lewis Street, Durham, NC 27705
Explore the beautiful botanical Sarah Duke Gardens, 5 minute drive from the Aloft hotel.
Hillsborough River Walk
Hillsborough Riverwalk, Hillsborough, NC 27278
If you are looking for a half day trip, drive 15 minutes to the historical downtown of Hillsborough. You can take a hike to the abandoned race track along the riverwalk, grab a burger at the Wooden Nickel, and take a look at the historic houses.