Durham University Botanic Garden
Hollingside Lane
Durham City
County Durham
DH1 3TN
Tel: +44 0191 334 2887
Book Tickets
Prices
Ticket Type | Ticket Tariff |
---|---|
(over 60s, students with valid NUS card, registered disabled, wheelchair users) | £4.50 per ticket type |
Adult | £5.00 per ticket type |
Children (16 years and under), Carers*, DU Campus Card Holders | Free |
Infants, Carers & Durham University Campus Card holders: Free
Video
- Video
Gradings
- VAQAS VB Attraction

Awards
- Visit England
VAQAS 2021
- Green Awards
Green Tourism Business Scheme - Silver 2015
- Visit England
Quality Assured Visitor Attraction 2017
- Regional and Miscellaneous
TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence 2016
- Regional and Miscellaneous
Northern Saints Trails Passport 2021
TripAdvisor

- Excellent215
- Very Good174
- Average40
- Poor9
- Terrible8
Recent Reviews:
- Wendy MShandon, United KingdomPleasant way to spend an hour or soSunday, 3rd August 2025Small amount of parking available. Cafe dining area available Toilets on ground floor of main entrance building. Steep walks but very pleasant if you are fit enough. Covered greenhouses. Read full review
- Max OTrip Type:FamilyTranquil and importantFriday, 8th August 2025A beautiful garden with a variety of flora ranging from the exotic to domestic. An important project that safeguard the future of plants. The greenhouse was my favourite part with the different lily... Read full review
- Nan STrip Type:FamilyBeautiful gardens, tranquil and spacious and lovely food . Lovely place for everyone of all ages to visitFriday, 29th August 2025Yet another lovely visit to the Botanic Garden, Thank you to Peter for the tour round and his expertise and enthusiasm . Such a brilliant team and fabulous food and so much to see - such a... Read full review
Facilities
Accessibility
- Access Statement - Please see below
Parking & Transport
- On site parking
Access Information
Opening Times
2025 (1 Jan 2025 - 31 Dec 2025) |
---|