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Things to Do
There's no shortage of things to do during your stay in Durham - a county full of surprises.
No visit to the county would be complete without a visit to the world-famous Durham Cathedral, which together with the adjacent Castle forms a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Durham City. And if you love history you can delve further into the county's fascinating past at exciting attractions in the Durham Dales, Durham Coast and the Vale of Durham including Beamish - The living Museum of the North, England's largest open air museum. Plus, don't miss the spectacular live open air night show Kynren, an epic tale of England, which takes place in Bishop Auckland throughout the summer and the brand new 11Arches Park.
Take some tranquil time out in the county's many green spaces, country parks and gardens, or get active as you explore the Durham Dales of Teesdale and Weardale, and the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty - packed with walking and cycling routes and dotted with hidden gems and historical treasure troves.
From a day at the races to international cricket, golfing holidays and indulgent spa breaks, you'll be spoilt for choice in Durham.
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Durham Town Hall
The Town Hall has been central to life in Durham city for more than 650 years. Learn about the…
Durham Castle
Durham Castle is part of the Durham City World Heritage Site. Entrance by guided tour only. Opening…
DLI Collection at Palace Green Library
Explore the history of the Durham Light Infantry enjoying items from the collection with…
Durham Online Escape Room - Quest of the Rose Coins
Legend tells of six rose coins that will bring fortune to those who find them, but they are hidden…
Durham Cathedral
Thought by many to be the finest example of Norman church architecture in England, with the tombs…
Chester-le-Street Riverside Park
Created in the 1930s, Riverside Park has always been popular with visitors. It was redeveloped in…
Museum of Archaeology
Enjoy our new special exhibition exploring the rich prehistoric and Roman archaeology and history…
Durham University Oriental Museum
Explore Ancient Egypt and Western Asia, the Himalayas, China, Japan, Korea and Southeast Asia all…
Adventure Valley
Discover a world of family adventures at Adventure Valley, the North East’s biggest family…
Killhope Lead Mining Museum
Killhope is a multi award winning Victorian lead mining museum offering a great day out for the…
Durham Cathedral Tower
Durham Cathedral Towers Enjoy spectacular views of the historic city of Durham and the surrounding…
Durham Cathedral Tours
Discover the hidden history of Durham Cathedral with one of our regular guided tours. Tours are…
Beamish - The Living Museum of the North
Discover an amazing journey through time at Beamish Museum as you travel back in time to the 1820s,…
The Auckland Project
Journey through a thousand years of history, art, culture and faith at The Auckland Project in…
Gala Durham
The Gala Theatre is a superb arts venue in the heart of Durham City with 500 seat theatre, 2 cinema…
Wharton Park
This VisitEngland accredited attraction Wharton Park commands spectacular views across Durham City.…
Binchester Roman Fort
Remains of Commandant's house and neighbouring bath-house containing one of the best preserved…
Hamsterley Forest
Information point and tearoom, forest drive with children's play area. Four mile forest drive runs…
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- 1Durham Town Hall
- 2Durham Castle
- 3DLI Collection at Palace Green Library
- 4Durham Online Escape Room - Quest of the Rose Coins
- 5Durham Cathedral
- 6Chester-le-Street Riverside Park
- 7Museum of Archaeology
- 8Durham University Oriental Museum
- 9Adventure Valley
- 10Killhope Lead Mining Museum
- 11Durham Cathedral Tower
- 12Durham Cathedral Tours
- 13Beamish - The Living Museum of the North
- 14The Auckland Project
- 15Gala Durham
- 16Wharton Park
- 17Binchester Roman Fort
- 18Hamsterley Forest
