Durham Cathedral
The College
Durham City
County Durham
DH1 3EH
Tel: +44 0191 338 7178
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Although Durham Cathedral does not charge an admission fee, it depends on donations from visitors to remain open. Please donate £5 per person if you are able to support Durham Cathedral's future.
Awards
- Regional and Miscellaneous
TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence 2016
- Regional and Miscellaneous
WTTC Safe Travels 2021
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Recent Reviews:
- laurar705Guttenberg, New JerseyWell Preserved Pilgrimage CathedralSaturday, 14th June 2025We stopped here to see some Harry Potter sites but the Cathedral is more than that. We took the guided tour, which explains the history. It is a beautiful gothic cathedral and is well preserved. It... Read full review
- 71raywLiverpool, United KingdomTrip Type:CouplesPartial visit hence 3*Sunday, 15th June 2025Partially closed due to a school leaver’s service what we saw was loveley but limited due to the bulk of the cathederal being inaccessible - the cloisters were beautiful and familiar (Harry Potter) Read full review
- Iron RWell Worth Visiting!!!Thursday, 19th June 2025Durham Cathedral is set on an elevated level overlooking the river, accompanied by well kept gardens, which during lovely warm weather sets the tone for in the main aesthestically pleasing... Read full review
Facilities
Accessibility
- Access Statement - Please see below
- Facilities for Hearing Impaired Visitors
- Guide Dogs Permitted
- Parking Areas for Disabled Visitors
- Ramp / Level Access
- Toilets for Disabled Visitors
Catering
- On-Site café/restaurant
Provider Facilities
- Event Venue
Provider Features
- In town/city centre
- Indoor Attraction
Access Information
Opening Times
2025 (1 Jan 2025 - 31 Dec 2025) | ||
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Day | Times | |
Monday - Saturday | 10:00 | - 16:00 |
Sunday | 12:00 | - 16:00 |
Bank Holiday | 10:00 | - 16:00 |
* Outside of these times, the cathedral is also open for public services. Find details on the Durham Cathedral website.
Sometimes repair work, a special event or service means that access to all or parts of the cathedral may be limited. Knowing that many people often travel from a distance to visit, the cathedral tries to minimise these times and includes information for people planning their visit on the Opening Times page of the Durham Cathedral website. You can also contact the visitor desk at Durham Cathedral on visitor.desk@durhamcathedral.co.uk or 0191 338 7178.
Map & Directions
Road Directions
Nearest major road is A1(M). From the A1(M) take the A690 to Durham city centre. 3 Park and Ride facilities within the city.
Public Transport Directions
Nearest station is Durham Station. From the station go into the city centre and follow the signs for the cathedral or take the Cathedral Bus (every 20 minutes until 1730 - please ring for times 0870 608 2608).