Durham · Durham County, NC
Sports & Recreation in Durham
Scout analyzed 71 Durham places and surfaced the ones that actually fit sports & recreation.
Places analyzed
71
Matches
24
Typical spend
$35
Typical visit
1.5 hr
Scout-verified spots
Central Park
Geer Street Garden
Geer Street Garden is suitable for a casual meal or drinks, often paired with exploring downtown Durham. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and about $15-$35 per person for food and a drink.
Bull Durham
PRESS Coffee Crêpes Cocktails
PRESS is a good spot for a casual coffee, crepe, or cocktail. Plan for a 1-2 hour visit, spending around $10-35 per person, especially if enjoying the outdoor seating at American Tobacco Campus.
Old West Durham
Local 22 Kitchen & Bar
This gastropub is a good spot for a relaxed dinner or drinks, suitable for an evening outing with friends or a casual date. Expect to spend $30-$60 per person and allow about 1.5 hours for your visit.
Food & Drink
KoKyu
KoKyu is a good spot for a quick, casual meal that can serve as a primary activity or pair with a movie or shopping. Expect to spend $10-25 per person and about 45 minutes for your visit.
Old West Durham
Cloche Coffee
Cloche Coffee is a good spot for a quick solo coffee break or a casual meet-up with a friend, typically lasting under an hour. Expect to spend $5-15 per person for drinks and light snacks.
Bull Durham
NanaSteak
NanaSteak is a good option for an upscale dinner or special occasion, particularly suitable for a date night or celebratory meal. Expect a visit of about 1.5 hours, with an average spend per person likely ranging from $75 to $150.
Food & Drink
Bean Traders
Bean Traders is a comfortable coffee shop good for a quick stop or a longer, relaxed solo outing. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and around $5-15 per person for coffee and a snack.
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.
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.
Research Triangle Park
Glasshouse Kitchen
This is likely a convenient stop for a weekday lunch, offering a quick meal in a business park setting. Expect a casual experience for a meal around $15-30 per person.
Old West Durham
Juju Durham
Juju Durham is suitable for an evening meal focused on shared plates and drinks, making it a good choice for a date or a small group. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and $30-60 per person for food and a drink or two.
Brightleaf
Nikos
Nikos is suitable for a casual meal in Brightleaf Square, perfect for lunch or dinner. Expect to spend $15-30 per person for a visit lasting about an hour, easily paired with other nearby activities.
Duke Park
Duke Park
Duke Park is a free community park ideal for a relaxed family outing, especially with younger children due to its playgrounds and picnic areas. Plan for about an hour of outdoor play or relaxation, with easy parking and direct access to green space.
Outdoors
Johnston Mill Nature Preserve
Johnston Mill Nature Preserve is ideal for a 1.5 to 2-hour free outdoor walk or hike, perfect for pairing with a picnic or a meal out afterwards. It's suitable for families with older children or individuals seeking a tranquil escape.
Forest Hills
Forest Hills Park
Forest Hills Park is suitable for a free, relaxed outdoor activity. It can be paired with a local coffee run or a picnic, lasting about an hour or two.
Outdoors
C. M. Herndon Park
This park is suitable for a family outing with athletic fields, a playground, and picnic areas, making it a good, free option for a couple of hours outdoors. Pack a picnic to extend the stay.
Outdoors
Solite Park
Solite Park is suitable for a free family outing or solo adventure, offering a playground, picnic areas, sports courts, and trail access. Plan for 1-2 hours of outdoor activity, especially on a nice day.
Northgate Park
Northgate Park
Northgate Park is a free public park suitable for a casual outdoor outing, often paired with a picnic or a visit to a nearby cafe. Expect to spend 1-2 hours walking or playing, with no personal cost beyond transportation.
Outdoors
Whippoorwill Park
Whippoorwill Park is ideal for a free family outing or a solo walk, especially with kids enjoying the playground and open spaces. Pair it with a picnic lunch using the grills for a casual day, spending 1-2 hours.
Family
Angel Island Fun Park | Durham NC
This indoor amusement center is ideal for a 2-3 hour family outing or birthday party, especially on a weekend. Expect to spend $10-30 per person on activities and snacks.
Food & Drink
Lulu Bang Bang
Lulu Bang Bang is a good spot for an evening meal with sushi and cocktails. Expect to spend $35-75 per person for about an hour and a half, often pairing with other local entertainment or a post-dinner drink.
Outdoors
Brumley Nature Preserve
Brumley Nature Preserve is suitable for a 2-3 hour outdoor activity like walking or hiking, perfect for families or a solo escape. It's a free experience that can be paired with a picnic or a nearby coffee shop.
Central Park
Foster Street Coffee
This coffee shop is good for a quick stop to grab a drink and a light bite, perhaps before starting a workday or as a break during a solo outing. Expect to spend $5-$15 for about 30 minutes.
Central Park
Durham Central Park
Durham Central Park is a free, outdoor space suitable for a morning walk, picnicking, or attending a market. Expect to spend money only if purchasing food from vendors or at events, making it a low-cost outing for families or individuals.
Under $35
Cheap dates and low-spend afternoons.
Worth the splurge
When the night needs to land.
Outdoors
Patio, trail, or open-air.
No reservation needed
Walk in tonight.
What Scout found
- 60 of the 71 analyzed Durham places fit sports & recreation.
- 38% of matches are outdoor or partly outdoor.
- 45% have easy parking.
- Dominant moods: Relaxed, Social, Playful, Scenic, Upscale, Quiet.
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