Durham Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Durham
Durham
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Where to stay in Durham

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Pity Me

While Pity Me may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Gala Theatre Durham and Adventure Valley.

Pity Me
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Framwellgate Moor

Framwellgate Moor might not have many top sights, but Gala Theatre Durham and Durham Cathedral are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Framwellgate Moor
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Brasside

While Brasside isn't home to many top sights, Adventure Valley and Crook Hall and Gardens are some notable places to visit nearby.

Brasside
Ramside Hall Hotel, Golf and Spa

Ramside Hall Hotel, Golf and Spa

4 out of 5
Carrville, Durham, England
The price is 44.178.357 ₫ per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
44.178.357 ₫
53.014.028 ₫ total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Durham. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"The staff made our experience fabulous. Everyone we met was helpful, friendly and accommodating. I am disabled and needed to use a mobility scooter to get around, nothing was too much bother. The first room was difficult to access for me, we informed reception and were seamlessly and quickly moved ..."

Reviewed on 22 Aug 2025

Ramside Hall Hotel, Golf and Spa
Radisson BLU Hotel Durham

Radisson BLU Hotel Durham

4 out of 5
Frankland Lane, Durham, England
The price is 2.984.625 ₫ per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
2.984.625 ₫
3.581.550 ₫ total
21 Sept - 22 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Durham. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Booked twin rooms but assigned doubles. Staff corrected this within 5 minutes. Great location. Nice gym."

Reviewed on 19 Aug 2025

Radisson BLU Hotel Durham
Delta Hotels Durham Royal County

Delta Hotels Durham Royal County

4 out of 5
Old Elvet, Durham, England
The price is 2.737.876 ₫ per night from 14 Sept to 15 Sept
2.737.876 ₫
3.285.452 ₫ total
14 Sept - 15 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Durham. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
Would stay again and recommend
"Great location and lovely big room. Awesome location walk easily to all attractions and restaurants"

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2025

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White House Cottages

White House Cottages

3.5 out of 5
The White House, Brandon Village, Durham, England
Stay at this 3.5-star cottage in Durham. Enjoy free parking, a computer station and housekeeping. Popular attractions Brancepeth Castle Golf Club and Oriental ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (37 reviews)
"This was a very nice comfortable place. We had a little trouble finding it. Was easy to check in and out of. The only suggestion I would make was to put the exterior patio lights on a timer so that they turn off at night— if it’s hot and you have the window open then you have all the light from the ..."

Reviewed on 12 Jul 2025

White House Cottages
The Old Colliery Stables

The Old Colliery Stables

2 out of 5
1 commercial street, Cornsay colliery, Durham, England
Stay at this chalet in Durham. Enjoy free parking, daily housekeeping and a garden. Popular attractions Diggerland and Hall Hill Farm are located nearby.
8.6/10 Excellent! (29 reviews)
Lovely stay shame only for 1 night
"Stayed for 1 night in the stables as a single female. The accommodation is an add on to the pub Royal Oak next door. The room was clean and a good size, what was really impressive was the facilities- a microwave with plates/cutlery, toaster, washing up equipment, hairdryer, iron and ironing board ..."

Reviewed on 17 Aug 2025

The Old Colliery Stables
Students Only Chic Studio Accommodation in Durham

Students Only Chic Studio Accommodation in Durham

2 out of 5
Chapel Heights, Durham, England
Stay at this apartment in Durham. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and concierge services. Popular attractions Gala Theatre Durham and Crook Hall and Gardens ...
10/10 Exceptional! (5 reviews)
"This was a great experience, I am finishing my second masters and this was a great place to be while working at University of Durham. If I had known it was so nice, I would’ve booked a longer stay. The staff were super friendly and helpful, and I set off the fire alarm using the toaster and they ..."

Reviewed on 11 Jul 2025

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Popular places to visit

Durham Cathedral

Durham Cathedral

4.5/5(259 reviews)

Find out about the history of Durham with a stop at Durham Cathedral. Visit the stunning cathedral and spas in this culturally rich area.

Durham Cathedral
Durham Castle

Durham Castle

4.5/5(142 reviews)

Durham Castle is just one of the places to see in Durham, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the spas and stunning cathedral in this culturally rich area.

Durham Castle
Gala Theatre Durham

Gala Theatre Durham

Enjoy a performance at Gala Theatre Durham, a popular theatre in Durham. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the spas in this family-friendly area.

Gala Theatre Durham
Durham Botanic Garden

Durham Botanic Garden

Explore the great outdoors at Durham Botanic Garden, a lovely green space in Durham. Add the area's stunning cathedral or spas to your travel plans.

Durham Botanic Garden

Durham University

4.5/5(143 reviews)

Explore the campus of Durham University during your trip to Durham. Wander the area's riverfront or simply enjoy one of its lively bars.

Durham University

Diggerland

Enjoy an outing to Diggerland during your stay in Langley Park. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed theatre scene in this walkable area.

Diggerland

Cities near Durham

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Spennymoor

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Bishop Auckland

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Stanley

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Seaham