The Durham City Council has approved a $4.5 million funding plan to support the development and preservation of affordable housing units impacting hundreds of families across the city.

Durham is home to several recognized institutions of higher education, most notably Duke University and North Carolina Central University. Durham is also a national leader in health-related activities, which are focused on the Duke University Hospital and many private companies.

Downtown Durham is home to nearly 150 amazing restaurants and bars, helping Durham garner national accolades for its food scene from the New York Times, Southern Living Magazine, Bon Appetit and more. From handcrafted gifts to high end fashion, exotic finds and one-of-a-kind boutiques.

The bull city's premier lifestyle magazine brings you the very best of Durham. Featuring restaurants, home and garden, salons, dentists, shopping.

Official marketing agency for Durham, North Carolina. Assistance with complete visitor information, conventions, meetings, group tours, sports events, and Durham memorabilia.

Durham, city, seat (1881) of Durham county, north-central North Carolina, U.S. It is situated about 10 miles (16 km) northeast of Chapel Hill and 25 miles (40 km) northwest of Raleigh, the three cities forming one of the state’s major urban areas—the Research Triangle.

Planning a trip to Durham? Here are the best things to do, where to stay, and where to eat and drink in the North Carolina city.

20 Best Things To Do In Durham, North Carolina - Southern Living