Hotels in Apex: Historic District, Greenways and Market

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Pure Luxury

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Tatjana Herzegova, Kiew, Ukraine

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Sustainable Travel

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Markus Lenk, Düsseldorf, Germany

For a stay in Apex, there are two distinct outdoor references whose figures sound similar but describe different things. The Town of Apex currently maintains more than 22 miles of public greenways; the length of its network may change as it continues to develop. The American Tobacco Trail runs for more than 22 miles from Apex to Durham. Both figures are above 22 miles, but refer to different things: one describes public greenways, the other the route of a named trail. If you include trails in your trip planning, you can consider these two measures separately: the network maintained by the Town and the route between Apex and Durham.

History in the Historic District and at the Depot

Downtown Apex was officially designated a Historic District in 1994. The Apex Historic District includes commercial and residential buildings dating back to the late 19th century. The dates describe different things: 1994 is the year of the designation, while the late 19th century is the historical period to which the buildings date. This means the age of the buildings should not be equated with the year the district was designated. For travelers interested in local history, the buildings are a tangible point of reference and include structures with both commercial and residential uses.

Another connection to local history is the Apex Train Depot. It was built between 1867 and 1873 and now serves as a Welcome Center. An old caboose there serves as a historical exhibit. The roles are clearly divided: the depot is the Welcome Center, while the caboose houses the exhibit. Together, the period when it was built and its present-day use offer two different ways to understand Apex’s history.

Saturday Market and PeakFest

The Apex Farmers Market and PeakFest offer different dates to plan around for a weekend. The market takes place every Saturday morning in Downtown Apex. Its outdoor stalls offer fresh produce, meat and seafood. If you would like to include local products in your stay, you can plan around the regular Saturday market; the morning is the specific time to keep in mind.

PeakFest is an annual event in Apex held on the first Saturday in May. If you would like to plan your trip around it, check the event calendar for your chosen year. Unlike the weekly market, PeakFest is an annual event in May. These different schedules can help you narrow down the right time to travel: a particular Saturday morning or a weekend around the first Saturday in May.

Local Food and Drink and Trip Planning

Southern Peak Brewery is a neighborhood brewery with a taproom that offers craft beers. This highlights two different food and drink options: the products at the market’s outdoor stalls and the beers in the taproom. When choosing a hotel in Apex, the purpose of your trip can be a helpful guide. Timing is especially relevant for the market and PeakFest; history, trails and the brewery offer other themes to focus on. This lets you weigh your travel dates against your personal interests without packing everything into a fixed itinerary.

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