Attractions 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.

14 listings


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.

Oriental Museum
Attraction
Free

Oriental Museum

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

Beamish - The living Museum of the North
Attraction
Adults £19.50

Beamish - The living Museum of the North

(1 reviews)

World famous open air museum, telling the story of life in the North East England during the 1820s, 1900s 1940s and 1950s.

Durham Castle
Attraction
Adults £5

Durham Castle

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

Hall Hill Farm
Attraction
Adults £11.95

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.

Durham University Botanic Garden
Attraction
Adults £5

Durham University Botanic Garden

Lush botanical haven, diverse plant collections, tranquil oasis, educational exhibits, family-friendly, peaceful atmosphere.

Crook Hall Gardens
Attraction
Adults £8.50

Crook Hall Gardens

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

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.

Durham Cathedral
Attraction
From £5

Durham Cathedral

Gothic masterpiece, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Norman architecture, stunning stained glass, shrine of St. Cuthbert, serene cloisters.

Attraction
Adults £8

HMS Trincomalee

Part of the National Museum of the Royal Navy, alongside our prestigious heritage fleet which includes HMS Victory, HMS Alliance and HMS Caroline.

Finchale Priory
Attraction
Free

Finchale Priory

Medieval monastery ruins, tranquil riverside setting, historical significance, peaceful atmosphere, ideal for contemplation and exploration.

Wynyard Woodland Park
Attraction
Free

Wynyard Woodland Park

Wynyard Woodland Park started life as a working railway carrying freight to the ports along the River Tees.

Attraction
Free

Durham Coast

County Durham's coastline has emerged from a polluted industrial past to become a haven for wildlife.