Things to do in Durham

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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

Countryside in Edinburgh

Hadrian's Wall, Roman Britain & Borders from Edinburgh

￥22,500
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Hadrian's Wall, Roman Britain & Borders from Edinburgh
Guided City Walking Tour of Newcastle

Guided City Walking Tour of Newcastle

￥6,449
per adult
Guided City Walking Tour of Newcastle
Best of Newcastle Highlights Walking Tour

Best of Newcastle Highlights Walking Tour

￥4,299
per adult
Best of Newcastle Highlights Walking Tour
3 Hour Walking Tour through Newcastle upon Tyne

3 Hour Walking Tour through Newcastle upon Tyne

￥6,449
per adult
3 Hour Walking Tour through Newcastle upon Tyne
Newcastle Hidden Gems

Newcastle Tour App, Hidden Gems Game and Big Britain Quiz (1 Day Pass) UK

￥3,224
per traveler
Newcastle Tour App, Hidden Gems Game and Big Britain Quiz (1 Day Pass) UK
1.5 Hour Explore Newcastle Walking Tour

1.5 Hour Explore Newcastle Walking Tour

￥5,159
per adult
1.5 Hour Explore Newcastle Walking Tour
2 Hours Walking Tour in Newcastle Upon Tyne in Italian/English

2 Hours Walking Tour in Newcastle Upon Tyne in Italian/English

￥6,234
per adult
2 Hours Walking Tour in Newcastle Upon Tyne in Italian/English
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

￥2,365
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Guided Walking Tour of Durham & its Infamous Characters
3 Hours City Tour in Newcastle Upon Tyne in Italian or English

3 Hours City Tour in Newcastle Upon Tyne in Italian or English

￥7,524
per adult
3 Hours City Tour in Newcastle Upon Tyne in Italian or English
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Durham University

9.0/10 (386 reviews)
Enjoy the collegiate vibe when you visit 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 modern indoor space with large windows, a central staircase, and seating areas.

Gateshead

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

Hexham

A historic castle on a hill with a town in the background.
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Richmond

An aerial view of a town with a river, industrial buildings, and a bridge.

Stockton-on-Tees

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

Sunderland

A beach with wooden posts and driftwood scattered along the shore.

Hartlepool

A historic stone building with a tower and a covered porch.

Spennymoor