Things to do in Durham

Activities, attractions and tours

A historic cathedral with a tall spire, surrounded by lush greenery and a sunrise in the background.
A historic castle, a calm lake, and surrounding trees.
A historic tower, a river, and lush greenery.
A river with a bridge, a historic building with towers, and lush greenery.
A historic building with a clock tower and a church.

Things to do

Annual Admission Newcastle Castle Ticket

Annual Admission Newcastle Castle Ticket

RM74
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Annual Admission Newcastle Castle Ticket
Guided City Walking Tour of Newcastle

Guided City Walking Tour of Newcastle

RM163
per adult
Guided City Walking Tour of Newcastle
Countryside in Edinburgh

Hadrian's Wall, Roman Britain & Borders from Edinburgh

RM569
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Hadrian's Wall, Roman Britain & Borders from Edinburgh
Durham History Tour

Durham History Tour

RM98
per adult
Durham History Tour
3 Hour Walking Tour through Newcastle upon Tyne

3 Hour Walking Tour through Newcastle upon Tyne

RM163
per adult
3 Hour Walking Tour through Newcastle upon Tyne
1.5 Hour Explore Newcastle Walking Tour

1.5 Hour Explore Newcastle Walking Tour

RM131
per adult
1.5 Hour Explore Newcastle Walking Tour
Newcastle: Half Day Paintballing Adventure

Newcastle: Half Day Paintballing Adventure

RM54
per adult
Newcastle: Half Day Paintballing Adventure
Best of Newcastle Highlights Walking Tour

Best of Newcastle Highlights Walking Tour

RM109
per adult
Best of Newcastle Highlights Walking Tour
Enjoy local legends surrounding the UNESCO World Heritage Site, home to Harry Potter and Marvel's Avengers.

Guided Walking Tour of Durham & its Infamous Characters

RM60
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Guided Walking Tour of Durham & its Infamous Characters
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A pitcher plant with a red rim and green leaves.
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Durham University

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Explore the campus of Durham University during your trip to Durham. Wander the area's riverfront or simply enjoy one of its lively bars.
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A coastal landscape with a sandy beach, grassy dunes, a pier extending into the sea, and wind turbines in the distance.

Durham

A stone wall, rolling hills, and a sunset over a green landscape.

Hexham

A green steel bridge over a river with a lock system, surrounded by grassy areas and a cityscape in the background.

Sunderland

A modern stadium with a glass dome, a river, and a bridge with a sign for the Rugby World Cup 2015.

Newcastle-upon-Tyne

A lighthouse amidst large waves crashing against the shore.

Seaham

A grassy field with trees and a cloudy sky.
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Haswell Plough

A forested path surrounded by tall trees and dense underbrush.

Hamsterley