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Things to do in City Center

Scout has 0 verified spots mapped in City Center, 9 with full Scout intelligence.

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Typical spend

$70

Typical visit

1.6 hr

Easy parking

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Cocktails · 8Food · 7Arts · 3Live music · 2Views · 2Outdoors · 1

Best spots in City Center

Queeny's

City Center

Queeny's

Queeny's is suitable for a casual meal or drinks, pairing well with a downtown Durham outing. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and $15-40 per person on food and beverages.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed
$15–$40 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking
Little Bull

City Center

Little Bull

Little Bull is a suitable spot for an evening meal, potentially for a date or a casual dinner with friends, likely costing around $20-50 per person for food and drinks. It can be a good start to an evening out in downtown Durham.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed
$20–$50 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking
Counting House

City Center

Counting House

Counting House is a chic spot for dinner and drinks, ideal for a date night or a nice meal with visitors. Plan for about 1.5 hours and a cost of $50-100 per person, potentially pairing with a visit to the hotel's art museum.

FoodCocktailsArts
$50–$100 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
The Oak House Durham

City Center

The Oak House Durham

The Oak House is suitable for a casual coffee, beer, or wine stop, fitting well into a morning or afternoon outing for 1-2 hours. Expect to spend $5-$25 per person for drinks and light snacks.

FoodCocktailsOutdoors
$5–$25 typical45 min visitmoderate parking
The Carolina Theatre

City Center

The Carolina Theatre

The Carolina Theatre is a classic venue for films, concerts, and shows, often requiring advance ticket purchase. Expect to spend 2-3 hours and $15-$75 per person depending on the event. It can be paired with dinner or drinks downtown.

Live musicArtsRelaxed
$15–$75 typical2.3 hr visitmoderate parking
The Pinhook

City Center

The Pinhook

The Pinhook is a casual, indoor venue for an evening out, often for live music or a themed night. Expect to spend 2-3 hours and $10-40 per person on drinks and cover.

CocktailsLive musicSports
$10–$40 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
The Durham Hotel

City Center

The Durham Hotel

The Durham Hotel offers an upscale rooftop experience with drinks and a raw bar, making it suitable for an evening out or a pre/post-dinner stop. Expect to spend $30-$100 per person for drinks and light bites.

FoodCocktailsViews
$30–$100 typical2 hr visitmoderate parking
Unscripted Durham - JDV by Hyatt

City Center

Unscripted Durham - JDV by Hyatt

This hotel offers a cafe, restaurant/bar, and a rooftop pool, suitable for an evening out or a weekend stay. Expect to spend $30-$100 per person for drinks or a meal over a couple of hours.

FoodCocktailsViews
$30–$100 typical2 hr visitmoderate parking
Kingfisher

City Center

Kingfisher

Kingfisher is a suitable spot for an evening drink, perhaps after dinner or for a focused cocktail experience. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and around $30-70 per person on drinks and light bites.

CocktailsFoodRelaxed
$30–$70 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

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