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Durham Cathedral Tours
Palace Green
Durham City
County Durham
DH1 3EH
Tel: +44 0191 386 4266
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Prices
| Ticket Type | Ticket Tariff |
|---|---|
| Adult | £7.50 per ticket type |
| Free Admission Under 18 | Free |
Note: Prices are a guide only and may change on a daily basis.
TripAdvisor
- Excellent5634
- Very Good1318
- Average186
- Poor66
- Terrible66
Recent Reviews:
- John PMelbourne, AustraliaBreathtaking building
Wednesday, 17th June 2026Few buildings are as effectively positioned on a promontory above a river. Viewed from Prebends Bridge Durham is unmatched and it stands up well to closer inspection. Surely one of Britain’s greatest... Read full review - Diana GShrewsbury, United KingdomThe Most Unspiritual Cathedral
Monday, 22nd June 2026Although magnificent in architecture and impressive in reliquary, the cathedral is one of the most unmoving and lacking in spirituality that I have visited (and there have been many). Many of the... Read full review - Ruth LLytham St Anne's, United KingdomFabulous dog friendly cathedralWednesday, 24th June 2026Durham Cathedral is a beautiful peaceful ace on the top of a hill with a lovely river walk below. The cathedral and its grounds are dog friendly which was a great bonus for us Well worth a visit Read full review
Facilities
Accessibility
- Access Statement - Please see below
Access Information
Opening Times
| 2026 (1 Jan 2026 - 31 Dec 2026) |
|---|
* 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.
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).
Highlights...
Durham City, Durham CityA beautiful city with winding cobbled streets packed with history, culture and stunning architecture. Guarded by the River Wear, Durham City with its dramatic skyline never fails to impress.
Durham Cathedral Museum, Durham CityExplore 2000 years of the North East’s history, culture and faith at Durham Cathedral Museum. Step into the octagonal Great Kitchen and get up close to iconic symbols of Durham, including the Sanctuary Ring and St Cuthbert’s Pectoral Cross.
