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Durham has a host of exciting attractions for a great day out. From award-winning museums to medieval castles, and from friendly family attractions to magnificent natural wonders.

In Durham City you can experience our amazing history and heritage as you marvel at the awe-inspiring Durham Cathedral and Castle UNESCO World Heritage Site. 

Get hands on with history at England’s largest open air museum in the Vale of Durham as you explore Beamish – The Living Museum of the North. Plus, don't miss 11Arches Park, the region's newest family attraction. Spend the afternoon getting close to nature, exploring the Viking village, and enjoying immersive live action shows before taking your seat for Kynren, an Epic Tale of England the spectacular live open air night show (Every Saturday from the 7 August to the 11 September).

For a taste of the outdoors head to the Durham Dales where you’ll find Hamsterley Forest – popular with mountain bikers, keen cyclists, walkers and families alike.

These are just a few of the incredible attractions across an extraordinary county.

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