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Downtown Durham Discovery Walk

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Trail stats

Distance
1.57 mi
Elevation gain
72 ft
Technical difficulty
Moderate
Elevation loss
72 ft
Max elevation
408 ft
TrailRank 
30
Min elevation
339 ft
Trail type
Loop
Moving time
34 minutes
Time
40 minutes
Coordinates
446
Uploaded
October 27, 2021
Recorded
October 2021
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near Durham, North Carolina (United States)

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Itinerary description

Although sometimes overshadowed by its larger neighbor Raleigh, Durham is a diverse city with much to see and do. The city has a rich history and gritty, entrepreneurial spirit. This walk will take you through some of the major areas of Downtown Durham, noting local businesses, landmarks, attractions, and parks. I hope it serves as a worthy introduction for new Durhamites and visitors alike.

Waypoints

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Photo ofCocoa Cinnamon Coffee Shop

Cocoa Cinnamon Coffee Shop

Start your walk with a coffee from one of Durham's favorite local coffee shops!

PictographInformation point Altitude 360 ft
Photo ofDames Chicken and Waffles

Dames Chicken and Waffles

Locally owned, Black-owned, and Food Network famous restaurant

PictographInformation point Altitude 358 ft
Photo ofDurham Food Hall

Durham Food Hall

The Durham Food Hall is home to several local restaurants, a coffee shop, and a unique herb shop

PictographInformation point Altitude 347 ft
Photo ofDurham Central Park

Durham Central Park

On Wednesdays and Saturdays, visit the farmers market at Central Park to find local farmers, bakeries, artisans, and butchers

PictographInformation point Altitude 375 ft
Photo ofCarolina Theater

Carolina Theater

Part of downtown Durham since 1926

PictographInformation point Altitude 396 ft
Photo ofZen Succulent

Zen Succulent

A well-loved, Black-owned local plant nursery and store

PictographInformation point Altitude 398 ft
Photo of'Major'

'Major'

This bronze statue is a landmark of the Bull City

PictographInformation point Altitude 404 ft
Photo ofThe Pinhook

The Pinhook

Local punk music venue

PictographInformation point Altitude 404 ft
Photo ofBlack Wall Street

Black Wall Street

PictographInformation point Altitude 377 ft
Photo ofDurham Skate Park

Durham Skate Park

On the far side of Central Park from the farmers market, Durham has an actively used skate park

PictographInformation point Altitude 376 ft
Photo ofSurf Club Photo ofSurf Club

Surf Club

Durham-based band Sylvan Esso used the sign behind this bar in their album art

PictographInformation point Altitude 358 ft
Photo ofFullsteam Brewery

Fullsteam Brewery

One of several local craft breweries in the Triangle

PictographInformation point Altitude 358 ft
Photo ofMotorco Photo ofMotorco

Motorco

A restaurant, bar, and music venue. Motorco became a pandemic favorite due to its large patio and open air bar

PictographInformation point Altitude 340 ft
Photo ofDurham Historic Athletic Park

Durham Historic Athletic Park

Complete the loop with a view of Durham's old baseball field and a drink at neighboring Boxcar Bar and Arcade!

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