Things to do in Durham

Durham, a place of fun and adventure, a county to explore for a day out to remember. What do you, your family and friends enjoy? Attractions, activities and events? VisitRevisit has everything you need to plan a perfect day out. Start to build your day out today, search for things to do, add the things you will enjoy to your itinerary and when you’re ready, enjoy your day out.

Oh, and if you remember let us know what you thought of Durham and we will share your comments with our VisitRevisit family and friends.

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The Axe House

POPULAR

Activity
From £15

The Axe House

North East's premium axe throwing venue. We offer family, friends and colleagues an experience like no other.

High Force Waterfall
Attraction
Adults £1.50

High Force Waterfall

Discover the force of nature at High Force, one of the most spectacular waterfalls in England.

Jump 360 - Hartlepool
Activity
From £10

Jump 360 - Hartlepool

Jump for fun or for fitness at Jump 360, the north east's leading indoor trampoline parks.

Oriental Museum
Attraction
Free

Oriental Museum

Discover Asian art, culture, and history, diverse collections, educational exhibits, interactive displays, family-friendly, enriching experience.

The Plotters' Forest
Activity
Adults £9

The Plotters' Forest

A bespoke, children's playground at Raby Castle, built around the existing Christmas tree plantation, the play equipment feels woven into the forest.

Creative Writing

POPULAR

Activity
From £6

Creative Writing

Creative Writing is the perfect place for budding or experienced writers to come along to socialise, share ideas, and most importantly, write.

Crook Hall Gardens

POPULAR

Attraction
Adults £8.50

Crook Hall Gardens

Beautiful gardens, historic house, medieval architecture, tranquil atmosphere, tea rooms, events venue, family-friendly.

Hall Hill Farm
Attraction
From £10.95

Hall Hill Farm

Hall Hill Farm is an award winning mixed farm of 290 hectares - a great day out for children and schools with loads of great things to do and see.

Adventure Valley
Activity
Adults from £0.50

Adventure Valley

With 6 play zones to discover, farmyard fun and hours of indoor and outdoor fun, Adventure Valley is the biggest and best family park in the North East!

Durham Castle
Attraction
Adults £5

Durham Castle

Medieval fortress, UNESCO World Heritage Site, guided tours, stunning architecture, panoramic views, historic Great Hall.

Killhope Lead Mining Museum
Attraction
Adults from £9

Killhope Lead Mining Museum

Killhope is a multi-award winning 19th century mining museum in the centre of the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

Ballet Pilates
Activity
From £4

Ballet Pilates

Ballet Pilates gives you a chance to explore a wonderful mix of basic ballet moves and pilates techniques to stretch, tone and mobilise your body.


Find things to do in Durham

Durham, a place of fun and adventure, a county to explore for a day out to remember. What do you, your family and friends enjoy? Attractions, activities and events? VisitRevisit has everything you need to plan a perfect day out. Start to build your day out today, search for things to do, add the things you will enjoy to your itinerary and when you’re ready, enjoy your day out. <br><br> Oh, and if you remember let us know what you thought of Durham and we will share your comments with our VisitRevisit family and friends.

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