The 10 Best Things to do Good for a Rainy Day in Durham, North Carolina (NC)

August 21, 2021 Moriah Teneyck

Durham is a city in the U.S. state of North Carolina. It is the county seat of Durham County. The U.S. Census Bureau estimated the city's population to be 251,893 as of July 1, 2014, making it the 4th-most populous city in North Carolina, and the 78th-most populous city in the United States. Durham is the core of the four-county Durham-Chapel Hill Metropolitan Area, which has a population of 542,710 as of U.S. Census 2014 Population Estimates. The US Office of Management and Budget also includes Durham as a part of the Raleigh-Durham-Chapel Hill Combined Statistical Area, which has a population of 2,037,430 as of U.S. Census 2014 Population Estimates.
Restaurants in Durham

1. Duke University Chapel

401 Chapel Dr West Campus, Durham, NC 27708-9984 +1 919-681-9488 [email protected] http://chapel.duke.edu/
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5.0 based on 1,001 reviews

Duke University Chapel

Located on Duke University's West Campus, Duke Chapel is as magnificent in structure as it is rich in ministry. Construction of the Chapel was begun in October of 1930 and completed two years later. During that time students continually congregated at the stonemasons' huts to watch the Chapel take shape. It was first used for Commencement in 1932 and was formally dedicated on June 2, 1935.Duke Chapel continues to be a Christian church of uniquely interdenominational character and purpose. Through its tradition of inspiring worship and music, and a calling to walk with people of all faiths and circumstances, Duke Chapel acts a beacon of grace on campus and in the community. All are welcome to take part in worship, learning, dialogue, and service.

Reviewed By OnAir820535 - Elgin, United States

Awe-inspiring. Gothic style, a 210’ bell tower, ceilings at 73’, 3 pipe organs, 77 stained glass windows with the largest at 38’. This is no mere chapel. Admission is free and Sunday 11am services are open to all — a great way to hear the 6,900 pipes in the largest organ. Designed by Julian Abele, a noted African-American architect, the chapel was dedicated in 1935.

2. DPAC - Durham Performing Arts Center

123 Vivian St American Tobacco District, Durham, NC 27701-3637 +1 919-680-2787 [email protected] http://www.dpacnc.com/
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5.0 based on 1,363 reviews

DPAC - Durham Performing Arts Center

Since its opening in 2008, DPAC has become the center for live entertainment in North Carolina. Recognized for its contemporary design, DPAC features 2,700 seats, intimate sight lines and state-of-the art sound and video. Listed eight times in the top 10 in Pollstar magazine’s annual worldwide theater attendance rankings, DPAC is currently the #2 ranked theater in the U.S. With a mission of presenting one-of a-kind live entertainment events, DPAC truly has “something for everyone”, hosting over 200 performances a year including spectacular touring Broadway productions, high-profile concert and comedy events, family shows and the heralded American Dance Festival. Owned by the City of Durham and operated under the direction of Nederlander and Professional Facilities Management (PFM), DPAC has been listed for nine consecutive years as the #1 performing arts organization in the region by the Triangle Business Journal.

Reviewed By hearthrob13

I have attended 3 maybe 4 events here and been very pleased each time. Qualty performance, great staff, beautiful venue..go when you can you"ll love it.

3. Cameron Indoor Stadium

301 Whitford DR, Durham, NC 27708-0001 http://www.duke.edu
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5.0 based on 301 reviews

Cameron Indoor Stadium

Reviewed By StephenCr0ss - Dublin, Ireland

This place is legendary and well worth a visit if you are going to see Duke University. The whole experience is great.

4. The Scrap Exchange

2050 Chapel Hill Rd, Durham, NC 27707-1110 +1 919-682-2751 http://www.scrapexchange.org/
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5.0 based on 16 reviews

The Scrap Exchange

5. Bull City Soles

3101 Guess Road Suite B, Durham, NC 27705-2678 +1 919-477-9887 [email protected] http://www.BullCitySoles.com
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5.0 based on 14 reviews

Bull City Soles

Bull City Soles has been providing therapeutic massage and bodywork in Durham for over 26 years and have a top-notch experienced staff. We are licensed by the State of North Carolina Board for Massage and Bodywork. We are UNIQUE in that we specialize in Barefoot Massage. Barefoot bodywork, aka Ashiatsu, has been around for centuries in many different cultures! We're bringing it into the 21 century with the comfort of a state of the art electric tables, luxurious sheets and all the comforts of a spa but better! We believe that massage and bodywork are effective treatments for chronic pain, injuries, trauma, and stress. Whether you're local or just traveling through the Bullcity we would love to introduce you to the world of ashiatsu barefoot bodywork. REAL bodywork for REAL people. And you'll love it! We promise. Schedule online or call to make an appointment.

Reviewed By O4760VIsuzannet

Had a 90 minute massage with Quan. It was great! He found several knots in my back, shoulders and neck. He did some range of motion with my hips and shoulders. He did deep tissue work and was very attentive to my needs. I would highly recommend Quan for a massage!

6. Bull City Escape

711 Iredell St, Durham, NC 27705-4862 +1 919-627-8386 [email protected] http://www.bullcityescape.com
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5.0 based on 184 reviews

Bull City Escape

Bull City Escape is an exhilarating, interactive experience designed to test your wits. The premise is simple: small groups are locked in a room and have 60 minutes to escape. To find the key, you must work together to unearth clues, solve puzzles, and crack codes. Book a room with your friends, family, or co-workers – and see if you have what it takes to escape!

Reviewed By Cuse10VA - Albany, United States

This is the second time I have been to Bull City Escape, and it was just as fabulous as the first. I have completed both the Enchanted Kingdom and the Murder Mystery escape rooms and they were both highly interactive, engaging, and FUN. Not only do the rooms reflect a passion for the stories, but the staff are interactive and informative. Luckily the team I was part of escaped both times, but even if we hadn't the experience would still have been great. I highly recommend Bull City Escape as a go-to Durham destination.

7. V & E Simonetti Historic Tuba Collection

1825 Chapel Hill Rd, Durham, NC 27707-1105 +1 919-402-0864 [email protected] http://simonettitubacollection.com
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5.0 based on 9 reviews

V & E Simonetti Historic Tuba Collection

We are the largest privately-held tuba museum in the world! The 300+ instruments in the Collection, currently housed in Durham, North Carolina, represent a cross section of the history and development of the various members of the tuba family, from its inception circa 1830 to the present.

Reviewed By robint580 - New Haven, United States

As someone with no musical background, I thoroughly enjoyed this tour. Vince has some wonderful stories and clearly loves talking tubas. His enthusiasm is infectious and I'm so glad he took the time to show us around his collection. Would highly recommend to anyone visiting Durham!

8. Mystic Distillery and Farm

1212 N Mineral Springs Rd, Durham, NC 27703-2717 +1 336-409-0131 http://www.whatismystic.com/
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5.0 based on 9 reviews

Mystic Distillery and Farm

Reviewed By amandaj230 - Fayetteville, United States

My husband and I visited Mystic Farm and Distillery this weekend for the Saturday tour. I was a little hesitant at first, as I've never toured a distillery before, but my experience was absolutely amazing! The tour guide was wonderful, personable, hilarious and VERY informative. The actual farm is beautiful, and the product is delightful. I'm very happy we stopped here for the afternoon.

9. NC Escape

119 Orange St Suite 101, Durham, NC 27701-0106 +1 984-888-5155 [email protected] http://www.ncescape.com
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5.0 based on 189 reviews

NC Escape

Welcome to NC Escape - a cooperative, real-life mystery space where nothing is as it seems. You and your team are on a mission. You have 60 minutes to escape by solving a series of puzzles that will challenge your mind and confound your senses. Explore, adapt, work together, think creatively -- and you just might succeed.

Reviewed By hudson_NC9812

What a fun way to spend date night! We wondered into NC Escape on a spontaneous date night and were not sure what to expect. The staff helped a choose an experience suitable for couples and, though pretty low tech, the puzzles kept us thinking and the jump scares had us laughing. We needed a few clues along the way but we finished and the time went by really quickly. We would definitely recommend.

10. Tap The Triangle: Craft Beer Tours

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5.0 based on 23 reviews

Tap The Triangle: Craft Beer Tours

Hop on our lounge on wheels and visit local breweries, distilleries, cideries, and meaderies on our all-inclusive bus tours! We include a meal from a local restaurant on each tour. Discover the unique styles and flavors of the South, including regional ingredients like muscadine grapes, persimmon, and paw paws. Tour behind the scenes and get exclusive access to the brewers and distillers who create these amazing craft beverages. Choose from our public tours or customize your experience with a private tour. Ride to each stop in luxury on our 15-passenger bus, equipped with coolers and limo seating – ideal for making friends with your new drinking companions. You’ll have a driver and a tour guide for the entire day - everyone is a VIP on our tours. The atmosphere is casual and unpretentious, so whether you’re a craft beer lover or just beer-curious, you’ll feel comfortable and entertained. Grab your tickets before the next tour sells out!

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