Duke Lemur Center
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3705 Erwin Rd (at W Cornwallis Rd.) Durham , NC 27705 United States
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Patrick was my tour guide and he was amazing. By far one of the most engaging and informative experiences me and the kids have ever had.
In the winter the lemurs stay inside. You can still see them (they're behind glass) but if I were to go back, I'd go in the summer.
Closed Tuesdays. And, you must have reservations for tour . Also main entrance closed under construction , you have to drive around to other road to enter. Google maps doesn’t know this.
Book your tour early to get a spot and be sure to ask the docents lots of questions to learn lemur trivia .
The "walking with lemurs" tours are expensive but worth every penny! DO NOT miss your chance to go on one.
Take a tour and visit the most ancient living primates.
The Duke Lemur Center, the only one of its kind in the world, sits on 80 acres south of Duke University . For over 40 years, Duke scientists and veterinarians have monitored more than 230 lemurs daily. Read more
Watch out for the nocturnal aye aye. In Madagascar you're considered cursed if it points its middle finger at you.
Feeding nocturnals is exhilarating.. Beware the slow loris' toxic bite
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The absolute best Radio zoo in the nation . - Lewis Spurlin
Take Cultural Heritage classes! They are inexpensive, fun, and you can learn how to keep animals, garden or make traditional items like kraut, mead, cheese, yarn, and quilts! - chelsea c
Great music. Nice weather and more than 50 local food trucks to choose from for everything from dumplings to tacos to vegan food. The Food Truck Rodeos are not to be missed. - Kristen Judd
It's a great place to go for a late afternoon walk. Lots of great views. - Andy Gastauer
try any of their breakfast pastries. My favorite is the spinach croissant but you really can't go wrong. - Amanda S
Loved the Strawberries & Cream, Cookies & Cream, & Raspberry Hibiscus - Marisa M.
Category Arts and Entertainment » Zoo
Place United States » North Carolina » Durham County » Durham