Durham University Oriental Museum
Durham City
County Durham
DH1 3TH
Tel: +44 0191 334 5691
Book Tickets
Guide Prices
**At present - admission for ALL visitors is free (though spaces must be pre-booked)**
Gradings
- VAQAS VB Attraction
Awards
- Visit England VAQAS 2021
- Green Awards Green Tourism Business Scheme - Gold 2015
- Visit England Quality Assured Visitor Attraction 2017
- Regional and Miscellaneous North East England Small Visitor Attraction of the Year Highly Commended 2015
- Regional and Miscellaneous Trip Advisor Certificate of Excellence 2018
- Regional and Miscellaneous Northern Saints Trails Passport 2021
TripAdvisor
TripAdvisor Traveller Rating:
- Excellent263
- Very Good95
- Average14
- Poor2
- Terrible3
Recent Reviews:
- TKcambCambridge, United KingdomTrip Type:CouplesA great findSunday, 14th July 2024Excellent museum. Great selection of exhibits along with periodic special exhibitions (currently concerned with attempt on Everest). Not overly large but packs a lot in. And free admission is a... Read full review
- Jacqueline CTrip Type:CouplesWell worth a visit.Thursday, 8th August 2024We visited on a Wednesday afternoon. We did not know what to expect but what a special place this is. Bright, well laid out and a spectacular exhibition and Museum. The staff were very friendly and... Read full review
- Lady_SnowhawkGreater London, United KingdomWonderfully curated free museumMonday, 23rd September 2024Despite the slightly outdated name, this place is an absolute charming museum and well renovated and designed, making it a definite trip for anyone considering visiting Durham or actively living... Read full review
Facilities
Accessibility
- Access Statement - Please see below
Parking & Transport
- Parking (free)
Access Information
Opening Times
2024 (6 Jan 2024 - 22 Dec 2024) | ||
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Day | Times | |
Monday | Closed | |
Tuesday - Friday | 10:00 | - 17:00 |
Saturday - Sunday | 12:00 | - 17:00 |
Bank Holiday | 12:00 | - 17:00 |
2025 (5 Jan 2025 - 23 Dec 2025) | ||
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Day | Times | |
Monday | Closed | |
Tuesday - Friday | 10:00 | - 17:00 |
Saturday - Sunday | 12:00 | - 17:00 |
Bank Holiday | 12:00 | - 17:00 |
* We are open until 7pm on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month.