We’ve made a list of essential iPhone and Android apps designed to make your journey here easy and uncover extra secrets from some of our top attractions.
Apps for our attractions
Englands Historic Cities
Want to uncover extra secrets from around Durham Cathedral? This cutting-edge app immerses you in augmented reality with activation points scattered around this famous landmark.
Bowes Smartify
Learn more about objects in the Fashion and Textiles Gallery, English Interiors Gallery and Joséphine Bowes exhibition, the Music Room and on the staircase at The Bowes Museum. Scan the art, get the story!
Gruffalo Spotter
Something for the younger ones in the family, take a trip to Hamsterley Forest and look for clues that lead to your favourite characters from the iconic book, then watch the Gruffalo appear before your very eyes.
Barnard Castle Old Photos and Audio Walk - Tour Buddy Historic Tours
Step back in time and see how Barnard Castle looked a hundred years ago.
Apps to get here
National Rail Enquiries
Durham is served by a centrally-located train station, minutes from the heart of the Durham City, plus a number of stations, serving the wider county. Get live updates on arrivals and departures for all trains servicing Durham.
Met Office Weather
The notorious British weather can be tricky to deal with. Be one step ahead with the award winning weather app from the Met Office and visit exciting indoor attractions or explore the great outdoors.
Apps to stay in touch
Instagram
We’d love to see what you get up to on your visit to Durham! Be sure to tag your photos with #loveDurham
Twitter
Follow us on @thisisdurham and make sure to Tweet us to say hello! Don’t forget, we have friendly staff on hand just a tweet away for help and advice.
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