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Durham Cathedral Tower

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*Please note the Central Tower is currently closed for maintenance.

Enjoy spectacular views of the historic city of Durham and the surrounding countryside by climbing the cathedral’s central tower.

Make a climb up the towers, the high point of your visit to Durham Cathedral.

Visitors can conquer the 325 steps and enjoy unrivalled views over historic Durham City and surrounding countryside. 

If you have a question about climbing the tower, email visitor.desk@durhamcathedral.co.uk or 0191 338 7178

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Tickets are available from the visitor desk inside the Cathedral or can be pre-booked online via the website. To check the tower opening please call the visitor desk on 0191 338 7178 or email visitor.desk@durhamcathedral.co.uk

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  • D7384NHjamesb
    Trip Type:
    Solo travel
    Wonderful
    5 of 5 stars
    Saturday, 11th March 2023
    There is so much here - suggest a few hours in the cloisters and old monastery buildings and a few in the Cathedral. And go for a walk around the green and across the river to get some views of the... Read full review
  • benjamina32
    Lincoln, United Kingdom
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    Beautiful building
    5 of 5 stars
    Friday, 24th March 2023
    While from the exterior the Cathedral may look like any other it is beautiful on the inside and the decorated pillars are very different from what i have seen elsewhere. Parts of the Cathedral retain... Read full review
  • sellis1313
    Melbourne, Australia
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    5 of 5 stars
    Saturday, 25th March 2023
    Definitely worth a visit. An incredibly impressive cathedral! Parts of Harry Potter were filmed here! Read full review
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Durham CityDurham 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.

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