Things To Do
Sarah P. Duke Gardens
October in North Carolina should be beautiful. This is a great place to walk around and check out a large assortment of gardens and flowers.
Foster's Market
Fun, casual restaurant to grab breakfast or lunch, or get something to go for every foodie to check out!
Museum of Life and Science
This is a great, interactive museum for kids. Located in Durham, there is a science center, a large butterfly exhibit, a dinosaur trail and much more!
Fullsteam Brewery
This area is home to tons of breweries. Fullsteam is a local one, with food trucks often parked outside and board games for kids and adults. You can also go across the street to Motorco, which is another bar that serves food and has live music.
Brewery Bhavana
This is a fabulous, Asian fusion restaurant for those of you who are foodies and up for driving into Raleigh. Raleigh is about 30-40 minutes away. You will need to make a reservation, or be prepared to wait, but the food is delicious! It is located in downtown Raleigh, where you can walk around and there are lots of shops, restaurants, etc.
Eno River State Park
Looking for a place for a day hike? The Eno River state park is a great place to go and explore, with many trail options.
21c Museum Hotel Durham
This is just a cool place to go! It is a hotel but on the main floor, there is a bar with great cocktails and a restaurant. It is also a small contemporary art museum with rotating exhibits, and a bank vault transformed into a lounge in the basement. It is located in the heart of downtown Durham, full of restaurants and shops.
Duke Lemur Center
Great for kids and adults, the Lemur Center has over 200 animals. You have to make a reservation in advance, but it is a great place to check out!
North Carolina Museum of Art
The museum, located in Raleigh, has a large collection of many types of art and is free to the public. It is a great place to walk around and spend a few hours. They have a good restaurant on site, but also nearby is Neomonde Mediterranean (3817 Beryl Road, Raleigh NC), which has delicious food!