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Durham Cathedral Tours

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Discover the hidden history of Durham Cathedral with one of our regular guided tours. Guided tours of the cathedral last approximately one hour and cost £7.50 per adult. Tours can be booked on arrival at the visitor desk, or via the website. Please note, tours may occasionally be cancelled due to events and special services as we are a working church.

 

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Adult£7.50 per ticket type
Free Admission Under 18Free

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    • Wendy M
      Shandon, United Kingdom
      The Cathedral is up a very steep slope
      5 of 5 stars
      Sunday, 3rd August 2025
      The Cathedral is up a very steep slope. If you have mobility problems I would suggest using the bus. There is one for example that leaves the busstop near the Radisson Blu hotel. The Cathedral has... Read full review
    • Camper12374058628
      London, United Kingdom
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      Friends getaway
      A peaceful giant perched above the river
      5 of 5 stars
      Tuesday, 5th August 2025
      Durham Cathedral might be one of the most underrated sites I’ve visited. The architecture is massive but somehow calming, especially the cloisters. There was choral music playing softly inside during... Read full review
    • AlexTheJock
      Wigston, United Kingdom
      An amazing place of worship which I highly recommend
      5 of 5 stars
      Tuesday, 5th August 2025
      My wife and I, along with our two long-time friends, all of us senior citizens, were having a staycation in the area up from the East Midlands and we decided to visit the cathedral whilst having a... Read full review
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    2025 (1 Jan 2025 - 31 Dec 2025)

    * Tours are available from Monday to Saturday, usually at 11.00am and 2.00pm with additional tours at 10.30am during the summer.
    Please note, tours may occasionally be cancelled due to events and special services as we are a working church.

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    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).

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