Durham University Oriental Museum
Durham City
County Durham
DH1 3TH
Tel: +44 0191 334 5691
Book Tickets
Prices
Ticket Type | Ticket Tariff |
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Free Admission | Free |
Note: Prices are a guide only and may change on a daily basis.
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

- Excellent265
- Very Good96
- Average14
- Poor2
- Terrible3
Recent Reviews:
- 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London, United KingdomWonderfully curated free museumMonday, 23rd September 2024Despite the slightly outdated name, this place is an absolute charming museum and well renovated and designed, making it a definite trip for anyone considering visiting Durham or actively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
- W3889QUpeterhManchester, United KingdomTrip Type:CouplesWe went on day outTuesday, 1st July 2025My partner and myself spent 3hrs 30 minutes at this museum it was amazing the staff were amazing to with good knowledge we were there on holiday 27th June we would definitely recommend this to anyone Read full review
- sws19Derbyshire, United KingdomTrip Type:CouplesPerfectly formed museum - the highlight of our visit to DurhamThursday, 17th July 2025This is a perfectly formed and (nearly!) perfectly curated museum, full of beautiful, interesting objects. It’s clearly also a community hub, welcoming groups of children and older people. The... Read full review
Facilities
Accessibility
- Access Statement - Please see below
Parking & Transport
- Parking (free)
Access Information
Opening Times
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.