A hand-picked list of the best places to eat and do things in the RDU Area.


FREE. 55-acre gardens on Duke's campus. Japanese garden, native plants, koi ponds, seasonal blooms.

FREE. World-class art from Egyptian to modern + massive outdoor sculpture park. Don't miss the Cloud

FREE. Southeast's finest natural science museum. Dueling Dinosaurs, live animals, butterfly conservatory,planetarium.

FREE. Beautifully preserved 19th-century Greek Revival landmark. Self-guided and guided tours.

Durham's top family attraction. Magic Butterfly House, live animals, outdoor dino trail, hands-on labs. Paid($$)

The beautifully restored Bull Durham tobacco factory is a historic landmark and entertainment hub.