A beautiful botanic garden in the heart of Duke University. There are ~5 miles of walks and pathways throughout the gardens. Super fun to bring a blanket and have a picnic!
Fun Saturday morning activity to explore all the local produce, prepared foods and other fun vendors. Great spot to wander around and find some coffee and baked goods.
Check out one of the many hiking trails along the Eno river!
One of my favorite 3 mile loop trails in Durham! This is where I would meet the girls for our walks in high school and when we would come home from college. Easy access from the Washington Duke Inn. There is also gravel parking lot a little past the Washington Duke on the same side of the road. Parking map linked!
Pop into the food hall after you check out the farmer market for a hand full of good bites!
Gourmet little market in downtown durham with grab and go sammies and wraps, prepared foods, wine and beer! Quick walk from anywhere in downtown Durham.
Quaint cafe serving breakfasts, sandwiches & coffees. Also has a gourmet food & wine market and cute shop with tons of great trinkets/ gifts attached! Located in the American Tobacco Campus! Close walk from anywhere downtown.
Riverwalk is an accessible, urban greenway that stretches about 3 miles along the Eno River between Occoneechee Mountain State Natural Area and the Historic Occoneechee Speedway Trail.