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Discover a selection of 312 vacation rentals in Durham, NC that are perfect for your trip. Whether you’re traveling with friends, family, or even pets, Vrbo vacation homes have the best amenities for hanging out with the people that matter most, including swimming pools and WiFi. Prices start at $78 per night, and houses and condos are popular options for a stay in Durham. Either way, you'll find a rental for everyone's needs.
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Things to do
Attractions for the whole family in Durham
Head over to the Durham Performing Arts Center, a state-of-the-art performance venue where you can enjoy Broadway musicals, acerbic stand-up comedy, and gigs from major names in rock and pop. Or, you can survey the exhibits at the Nasher Museum of Art, which boasts Mayan and Peruvian treasures, and particularly focuses on artworks by those who have been marginalized by history. Kids, meanwhile, will particularly adore the Museum of Life + Science. It lets visitors play with interactive science exhibits, walk amid colorful, fluttering butterflies, meet alligators and black bears, and walk amid life-sized dinosaur statues.
Activities
Living history in Durham
Take a trip to Bennett Place State Historic Site to pay homage to the site of the largest troop surrender during the Civil War. You can see reconstructed buildings, museum exhibits, and living history demonstrations of the events of April 1865. Just as poignant is Stagville, which was one of the largest slave plantations in the South. Guided tours will take you to the plantation owners’ houses, as well as the cabins where the enslaved community slept. Another historic area close to Durham vacation rentals is the American Tobacco Campus. A monument to Durham’s tobacco-making heritage, its industrial buildings have been transformed into a hip campus studded with restaurants and live music venues.
Weather
Seasonal escapes to Durham
The city itself has enough going on to keep you busy whatever the weather, but if you’re susceptible to the heat, then steer clear of summer and aim to visit in either spring or fall. It’ll be warm and fine, providing all the impetus you need to head out to explore the historic streets and outdoor attractions around Durham.
Natural features
Getting close to nature in Durham
Durham may be a historic urban center with the converted industrial spaces to prove it, but all of this is sandwiched between 2 swathes of nature at its most untamed. To the west is Duke Forest, a vast area owned by Duke University, where you can hike into the deep forests and feel like you’re a million miles away from city life. To the east of Durham, you’ll find Falls Lake State Recreation Area, where you can recline on sandy beaches or go looking for vibrant wildflowers, towering oaks, and charming locals like white-tailed deer and wily red foxes, as well as bluebirds and goldfinches.
How to get there
Transportation options to and around Durham
Fly into Raleigh, NC (RDU-Raleigh - Durham Intl.), the closest airport, located 10.5 mi (16.8 km) from the city center.
If you'd rather travel by train, the main station serving the city is Durham Station.
How many vacation rentals are available around Durham, NC?
Our 2021 property listings offer a large selection of 312 vacation rentals around Durham. From 176 house rentals to 119 condo and apartment rentals, find a unique house rental for you to enjoy a memorable holiday or a weekend with your family and friends.
What is the best area to stay when traveling to Durham?
Whether you're traveling with family or friends, here are the areas with the largest selection of vacation rentals for a holiday trip or just for a weekend in Durham:
- Downtown: 62 vacation rentals
- East Durham: 39 vacation rentals
- Forest Hills: 31 vacation rentals
- Duke Park: 23 vacation rentals
- North Garrett Road: 18 vacation rentals
For other neighborhoods, please use our search bar to access the selection of vacation rentals available.
What are the popular point of interests near where I can stay when traveling to Durham?
Vrbo offers a large selection of vacation rentals near lovely places in Durham. From Vrbo travelers, the top most popular points of interest to stay for a holiday trip or just for a weekend are:
- Duke University: 285 vacation rentals
- North Carolina Museum of Life and Science: 284 vacation rentals
- Duke Lemur Center: 286 vacation rentals
- Duke University Hospital: 284 vacation rentals
- Eno River State Park: 247 vacation rentals
But there are many other points of interest around Durham listed on Vrbo where you can find your place to stay. Please use our search bar to access the selection of vacation rentals available near the point of interest of your choice.
Can I rent Houses in Durham?
Yes, of course. Vrbo has 176 Houses in Durham. Our other popular types of vacation rentals in Durham include:
- Condos/Apartments: 119 rentals available
- Cottages: 12 rentals available
- Cabins: 12 rentals available
But you can also enjoy a great stay in one of our other vacation rentals including Townhouses and more.
Can I find a vacation rental with pool in Durham?
Yes, you can select your preferred vacation rental with pool among our 46 vacation rentals with pool available in Durham. Please use our search bar to access the selection of vacation rentals available.