Durham Castle
Palace Green
Durham City
County Durham
DH1 3RW
Tel: +44 0191 334 2932
Book Tickets
Guide Prices
Ticket Type | Ticket Tariff |
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Concession | £4.50 per person per day |
Adults | £5.00 per ticket type |
Children (under 11) | Free |
**Due to the residential nature of the building entrance is by guided tour only. Tours last approx. 45-50 minutes. The following tour times are a general guide as it is sometimes necessary to cancel tours due to University or commercial activities. Newly implemented safety measures will be in place during your visit to ensure a safe environment.**
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Awards
- Visit England
VAQAS 2021
TripAdvisor

- Excellent730
- Very Good426
- Average118
- Poor38
- Terrible36
Recent Reviews:
- angelawA6201UJMarket HarboroughGreat castle tourThursday, 10th August 2023My friend and I went on an organised castle tour whilst visiting Durham for the weekend. Our tour guide (Laura) was friendly, funny and very knowledgeable. The tour was just under an hour and very... Read full review
- ButterPeakLancaster District, United KingdomTrip Type:FamilyLovelySunday, 13th August 2023Well worth a visit. We didn't go inside because we didn't have time but the architecture is beautiful. Lovely location & you can walk up the river path, which does get steep. Read full review
- TheButlers43Trip Type:CouplesDisappointing TourSunday, 3rd September 2023While in Durham we visited the cathedral a few times. On our last day we bought tickets for the castle. It wasn’t expensive but I would rather pay for entry into the cathedral than the castle. As... Read full review
Facilities
Tours and Demonstrations
- Educational Visits Accepted
- Guided Tours Available for Groups
- Guided Tours Compulsory for Individuals
Access Information
Opening Times
2023 (1 Jan 2023 - 31 Dec 2023) |
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* Closed 22 December to 6 January.
When there are no private events booked, tours are usually available every day at 1315, 1415, 1515 and 1615. During University vacations, tours are also normally offered at 1015, 1115 and 1215 noon.
Map & Directions
Road Directions
Nearest major road is A1(M). From the A1(M) take the A690 to Durham.
Public Transport Directions
Nearest station is Durham Station. The Durham Cathedral bus (every 20 minutes) links the railway station, North Road (for bus station), Market Place, and car and coach parks with the cathedral and castle. For more information see Durham County Council's web site www.durham.gov.uk or contact Traveline on 0871 200 22 33, www.traveline.info. Calls cost 10p per minute plus any charges your network provider makes