1. Attractions
    Amazing Attractions
    History-lovers can experience Durham’s amazing heritage at award-winning attractions across the county including Durham Cathedral and Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Explore museums and galleries, castles and historic houses, take some time out in the county’s many green spaces and get ideas for great family days out too.
  2. Activities
    Find Your Ideal Activity
    Whether you’re looking for an indulgent spa break, a golfing holiday or you’d rather get outdoors and active during your stay, here are some ideas to get you started.
  3. Shopping
    Shopping
    Stylish boutiques and quirky craft shops jostle for attention alongside top-name brands in Durham City, whilst market towns across the county are treasure troves of art, antiques and pottery.
  4. Sightseeing, Tours & Guides
    Sightseeing, Tours & Guides
    Find a range of guided and self-guided tours at locations across the county.
  5. Entertainment
    Let Us Entertain You
    From live cricket to stand-up comedy, a night at the theatre or a day at the races, let us entertain you during your visit.
  6. Weddings
    Weddings in Durham
    Getting married? Choose the perfect wedding venue in Durham, North East England. Find a host of historic, unique and unusual places to get married across the county.
  7. Special Offers
    Special Offers
    Take advantage of exclusive money-saving offers on accommodation, attractions and activities, eating out and shopping.
  8. Durham's Unmissable Highlights
    Durham's Unmissable Highlights
    From gardens and picnic spots to natural wonders and best views, find out what’s not to be missed on a visit to Durham.

  • Entertainment in Durham

    Let Us Entertain You

    From live cricket to stand-up comedy, a night at the theatre or a day at the races, let us entertain you during your visit.

  • Activities in Durham

    Find Your Ideal Activity

    Whether you’re looking for an indulgent spa break, a golfing holiday or you’d rather get outdoors and active during your stay, here are some ideas to get you started.

  • Attractions in Durham

    Amazing Attractions

    History-lovers can experience Durham’s amazing heritage at award-winning attractions across the county including Durham Cathedral and Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

    Explore museums and galleries, castles and historic houses, take some time out in the county’s many green spaces and get ideas for great family days out too.

  • Durham Deals

    Special Offers

    Take advantage of exclusive money-saving offers on accommodation, attractions and activities, eating out and shopping.

  • Shopping in Durham

    Shopping

    Stylish boutiques and quirky craft shops jostle for attention alongside top-name brands in Durham City, whilst market towns across the county are treasure troves of art, antiques and pottery.

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Romans on display in the Museum of Archaeology

Museum of Archaeology

Enjoy our new special exhibition exploring the rich prehistoric and Roman archaeology and history…

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The Courtyard of Durham Castle, showing the Gatehouse and Great Hall and Garden Stairs

Durham Castle

Durham Castle is part of the Durham City World Heritage Site. Entrance by guided tour only. Opening…

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Ruins at Binchester Roman Fort

Binchester Roman Fort

Remains of Commandant's house and neighbouring bath-house containing one of the best preserved…

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  • Pay Once and Visit All Year

    family speaking to a member of staff at Ushaw: Historic House, Chapels and Gardens

    Across the county you’ll find many amazing attractions which offer annual passes so you only have to pay once and can visit as many times as you like.

  • Castles in Durham

    View of Raby Castle and surrounding lake and deer park.

    Durham is home to many striking castles, built over the centuries to protect and to control. From vast fortresses and former strongholds, these monuments stand as reminder of the county’s turbulent past.

  • Discover Durham's Proud Mining Heritage

    the streets of durham city filled with people during the annual Durham Miners Gala

    The Durham Miners' Gala returns this July to Durham City but did you know as well as "The Big Meeting" there's lots of ways across the county to celebrate our proud mining heritage.