Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Durham November 2025 | Expedia.ca [Durham Travel Guide](https://expedia.ca/Durham.dx4628)[Hotels in Durham](https://expedia.ca/Durham-Hotels.d4628.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Durham](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Durham.d4628.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Durham Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Durham.d4628.Car-Rental-Guide)[Durham Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/Durham.d4628.Destination-Travel-Guides) # What to do in Durham ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Durham Types of activities Where to stay [Durham travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Durham.dx4628) ![Durham](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/5c36805ef23bdc475c2a52b585bab122.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Durham](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/f9b83c02e1641eaae8b86e7a8c279464.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Photo by Brian Thompson](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/3547fe7a0dc61e15a0b83136124bf3ef.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo by Brian Thompson](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/3547fe7a0dc61e15a0b83136124bf3ef.jpg) ![Photo by Ian Hall](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/68047a99d1f996cfce97fb12c9c3f5bb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo by Ian Hall](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/68047a99d1f996cfce97fb12c9c3f5bb.jpg) ![Photo by Ian Hall](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/46bd650d1e7ef88171fccb0358cbe4ef.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo by Ian Hall](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/46bd650d1e7ef88171fccb0358cbe4ef.jpg) ## Durham Attractions Let Expedia help you experience the best that Durham has to offer! If you’re looking for fun itinerary ideas, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes. #### Activities and Tours Durham is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Durham to make sure that you enjoy your experience to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind. If you’re planning a visit, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights. #### Durham Attractions Expedia has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions to keep you entertained. In addition to scheduling local tours, booking reservations and scoring advance event tickets, Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, all on one consolidated travel itinerary, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Durham. Looking for things to do can be time consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Durham attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. * * * - ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. - ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. - ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself Members save % or more when you book activities. * * * ### Most fun & popular experiences in Durham ### Tours & day trips [See all 48 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=4628&location=Durham&filter.categories=ToursDayTrips) ![Celtic Boyne Valley and Ancient Sites Tour From Dublin](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/235839/cd3366c3-2a95-40ea-883d-1edce5f55d60.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Celtic Boyne Valley and Ancient Sites Tour From Dublin 10h 9.4/10 80 reviews Free cancellation available CA $106 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/celtic-boyne-valley-tour-with-hill-of-tara-trim-castle.a235839.activity-details?&rid=4628&location=Durham&swp=off) ![Guided City Walking Tour of Newcastle](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2119199/094b263e-1215-43b3-a362-9a9199b367d2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Guided City Walking Tour of Newcastle 2h 30m Free cancellation available CA $55 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/guided-city-walking-tour-of-newcastle.a2119199.activity-details?&rid=4628&location=Durham&swp=off) ![Dark Durham Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48261209/24ea3644-f4ba-4a19-be75-01b4854c4561.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Dark Durham Tour 1h 30m Free cancellation available CA $33 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/dark-durham-tour.a48261209.activity-details?&rid=4628&location=Durham&swp=off) ![Durham Full City Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47405255/f6dd1cfa-38f3-4467-a382-37f4fa353bd6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Durham Full City Tour 2h 30m Free cancellation available CA $42 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/durham-full-city-tour.a47405255.activity-details?&rid=4628&location=Durham&swp=off) ![Durham City Walking Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4967993/20a6d6aa-0e59-420b-bef3-43f2554b9ccf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Durham City Walking Tour 2h Free cancellation available CA $74 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/durham-city-walking-tour.a4967993.activity-details?&rid=4628&location=Durham&swp=off) ![Pub and History Tour Durham City](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48331984/e9c1e07a-f3a8-4e2f-b42a-6e8458600a66.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Pub and History Tour Durham City 2h 30m Free cancellation available CA $74 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/pub-and-history-tour-durham-city.a48331984.activity-details?&rid=4628&location=Durham&swp=off) ![Durham Full Day Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49617760/07dbc357-7019-4352-ac84-0f606cd307f9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Durham Full Day Tour 7h Free cancellation available CA $288 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/durham-full-day-tour.a49617760.activity-details?&rid=4628&location=Durham&swp=off) ![Walkabout Durham History Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46329295/d9d205d7-9075-4d97-bbf9-d24b3c27382a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Walkabout Durham History Tour 1h 30m 10/10 1 review Free cancellation available CA $30 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/walkabout-durham-history-tour.a46329295.activity-details?&rid=4628&location=Durham&swp=off) ![Newcastle Cycling Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4114216/12b47e4b-f715-44c9-83f9-9968e112a761.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Newcastle Cycling Tour 3h Free cancellation available CA $508 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/newcastle-cycling-tour.a4114216.activity-details?&rid=4628&location=Durham&swp=off) ![Newcastle upon Tyne Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49592762/4474c23e-5ae8-4031-9077-4acd59f9168f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Newcastle upon Tyne Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour 2h Free cancellation available CA $17 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/self-guided-scavenger-hunt-and-sights-in-newcastle-upon-tyne.a49592762.activity-details?&rid=4628&location=Durham&swp=off) ### Food, drink & nightlife [See all 4 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=4628&location=Durham&filter.categories=FoodDrinkNightlife) ![Pub and History Tour Durham City](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48331984/e9c1e07a-f3a8-4e2f-b42a-6e8458600a66.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Pub and History Tour Durham City 2h 30m Free cancellation available CA $74 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/pub-and-history-tour-durham-city.a48331984.activity-details?&rid=4628&location=Durham&swp=off) ![3 Hours Culinary Flavour Trail Journey in Newcastle](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47216970/76ded40a-1117-4730-8214-b17f992d3123.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 3 Hours Culinary Flavour Trail Journey in Newcastle 3h Free cancellation available CA $1,044 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/3-hours-culinary-flavour-trail-journey-in-newcastle.a47216970.activity-details?&rid=4628&location=Durham&swp=off) ![Private Newcastle Pub Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1034772/6c25175e-0d68-4214-b360-e8a2d925c539.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Newcastle Pub Tour 3h Free cancellation available CA $462 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/private-newcastle-pub-tour.a1034772.activity-details?&rid=4628&location=Durham&swp=off) ![Newcastle: Silent Disco Adventure Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4517391/ddb907d0-6b2f-438d-a4ae-41a479c68779.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Newcastle: Silent Disco Adventure Tour 1h Free cancellation available CA $41 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/newcastle-silent-disco-adventure-tour.a4517391.activity-details?&rid=4628&location=Durham&swp=off) ### Adventure & outdoor [See all 3 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=4628&location=Durham&filter.categories=AdventureOutdoor) ![Durham City Walking Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4967993/20a6d6aa-0e59-420b-bef3-43f2554b9ccf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Durham City Walking Tour 2h Free cancellation available CA $74 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/durham-city-walking-tour.a4967993.activity-details?&rid=4628&location=Durham&swp=off) ![Newcastle Cycling Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4114216/12b47e4b-f715-44c9-83f9-9968e112a761.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Newcastle Cycling Tour 3h Free cancellation available CA $508 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/newcastle-cycling-tour.a4114216.activity-details?&rid=4628&location=Durham&swp=off) ![Newcastle Tour App, Hidden Gems Game and Big Britain Quiz (1 Day Pass) UK](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5107350/c3a21a85-9791-400d-b79e-a6e9460d7cbc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Newcastle Tour App, Hidden Gems Game and Big Britain Quiz (1 Day Pass) UK 4h Free cancellation available CA $28 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/newcastle-hidden-gems-self-guided-tour-treasure-hunt.a5107350.activity-details?&rid=4628&location=Durham&swp=off) ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2025/11/05/BEX-BF-25_CA_1_Desktop.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1400&h=600&q=mediumHigh) ## Black Friday Sale Limited-time deals: save up to 50% on select hotels [Book now](https://expedia.ca/deals?rfrr=ACTIVITIES_BF_PROMO_4628) ## Recommended things to do in Durham | Number of things to do | 49 | | --- | --- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Unlock Newcastle's Secrets: A Historic In-App Audio Tour](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/unlock-newcastles-secrets-a-historic-in-app-audio-tour.a49128347.activity-details): CA $17 | | Top 5 things to do | - [Celtic Boyne Valley and Ancient Sites Tour From Dublin](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/celtic-boyne-valley-tour-with-hill-of-tara-trim-castle.a235839.activity-details) - [Guided City Walking Tour of Newcastle](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/guided-city-walking-tour-of-newcastle.a2119199.activity-details) - [Best of Newcastle Highlights Walking Tour](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/newcastle-walking-tour-to-grainger-market-quayside.a44635690.activity-details) - [Durham Full City Tour](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/durham-full-city-tour.a48257149.activity-details) - [Durham History Tour](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/durham-history-tour.a48071729.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | - [Guided City Walking Tour of Newcastle](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/guided-city-walking-tour-of-newcastle.a2119199.activity-details) - [Best of Newcastle Highlights Walking Tour](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/newcastle-walking-tour-to-grainger-market-quayside.a44635690.activity-details) - [Durham Full City Tour](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/durham-full-city-tour.a48257149.activity-details) - [Durham History Tour](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/durham-history-tour.a48071729.activity-details) - [1.5 Hour Explore Newcastle Walking Tour](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/1-5-hour-explore-newcastle-walking-tour.a3086367.activity-details) | | With kids | - [Celtic Boyne Valley and Ancient Sites Tour From Dublin](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/celtic-boyne-valley-tour-with-hill-of-tara-trim-castle.a235839.activity-details) - [Guided City Walking Tour of Newcastle](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/guided-city-walking-tour-of-newcastle.a2119199.activity-details) - [Durham Full City Tour](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/durham-full-city-tour.a48257149.activity-details) - [Durham History Tour](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/durham-history-tour.a48071729.activity-details) - [1.5 Hour Explore Newcastle Walking Tour](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/1-5-hour-explore-newcastle-walking-tour.a3086367.activity-details) | ## What to do in Durham * * * ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Durham ![Durham Cathedral](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/5c36805ef23bdc475c2a52b585bab122.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Durham Cathedral 4.5/5(15 reviews) Durham Cathedral is just one of the places to see in Durham, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the riverfront or visit the spas in this culturally rich area. [](https://expedia.ca/Durham-Cathedral-Durham.d6088239.Vacation-Attraction) ![Durham Castle](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/be150128dd1a0d7597bd84d3031d1694.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Durham Castle 4.5/5(10 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Durham-Castle-Durham.d6088241.Vacation-Attraction) ![Gala Theatre Durham](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/bbdfd0fc39b988dd30342dfd49f72525.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Gala Theatre Durham Enjoy a performance at Gala Theatre Durham, a storied theater in Durham. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the spas in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.ca/Gala-Theatre-Durham-Durham.d553248621555971747.Vacation-Attraction) ![Durham Botanic Garden](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/1719aa1525b83d630380427790d44b3f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Durham-Botanic-Garden-Durham.d6088247.Vacation-Attraction) #### Durham University 5/5(7 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 top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.ca/Durham-University-Durham.d6088243.Vacation-Attraction) #### Diggerland Enjoy an outing to Diggerland during your stay in Langley Park. Discover the lively bars and acclaimed theater scene in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.ca/Diggerland-Durham.d553248621532494209.Vacation-Attraction) #### Crook Hall and Gardens Explore the great outdoors at Crook Hall and Gardens, a lovely green space in Durham. Check out the stunning cathedral and lively bars in this culturally rich area. [](https://expedia.ca/Crook-Hall-And-Gardens-Durham.d6241797.Vacation-Attraction) #### Adventure Valley Bring the kids to Adventure Valley and enjoy the excitement of this theme park in Durham. Check out the spas and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.ca/Adventure-Valley-Durham.d553248621555971749.Vacation-Attraction) #### Hall Hill Farm See the exotic and native animals who live at Hall Hill Farm during your trip to Durham. Check out the stunning cathedral and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area. [](https://expedia.ca/Hall-Hill-Farm-Durham.d553248635949801525.Vacation-Attraction) ### Explore areas of Durham ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/3/ead92c612c4c5ef2eafbd7f5d21e59ac.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) [](https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=9186282)[Photo](https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=9186282) by [Eric Haswell](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/2770) ([CC BY-SA](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ### Framwellgate Moor If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Framwellgate Moor and surrounding area, you can visit Crook Hall and Gardens and Gala Theatre Durham. [](https://expedia.ca/Durham-Framwellgate-Moor.dx3000404031) ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/3/13ffb6fa848c8d74319961c2cd71f67e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) [](https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=13710389)[Photo](https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=13710389) by [Roger Smith](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/9790) ([CC BY-SA](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ### Pity Me While Pity Me might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Crook Hall and Gardens and Gala Theatre Durham. [](https://expedia.ca/Durham-Pity-Me.dx553248635976007888) ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/0c7d21abfe491045c87ccf6da24ae364.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Brasside While Brasside isn't home to many top sights, Adventure Valley and Finchale Priory are some notable places to visit nearby. [](https://expedia.ca/Durham-Brasside.dx3000444014) * * * Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. * * * ## Day trip destinations from Durham ![Photo by Ian Hall](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/486d4e5034b10a03d4a43f4e3f35bb74.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Ferryhill [](https://expedia.ca/Ferryhill.dx6034503) ![Photo by Ian Hall](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/46bd650d1e7ef88171fccb0358cbe4ef.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Chester-le-Street [](https://expedia.ca/Chester-Le-Street.dx6053591) ![Photo "Carrville" by Chris Tweedy (CC BY-SA) / Cropped from original](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/3/4f46991c395ffd2b24c581d79fe468ea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) [](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)[Photo](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0) by [Chris Tweedy](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/4115) ([CC BY-SA](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ### Carrville [](https://expedia.ca/Carrville.dx6059419) ![Photo "Bowburn" by Oliver Dixon (CC BY-SA) / Cropped from original](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/3/a98a41499d832febe0249b17e39018ec.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) [](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)[Photo](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0) by [Oliver Dixon](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/3462) ([CC BY-SA](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ### Bowburn [](https://expedia.ca/Bowburn.dx6062950) ![Newcastle-upon-Tyne showing a river or creek, modern architecture and a bridge](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/153000/153316-Newcastle-Upon-Tyne-And-Vicinity.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Newcastle-upon-Tyne [](https://expedia.ca/Newcastle-Upon-Tyne.dx6084526) ![Photo "Lanchester" by Mick Garratt (CC BY-SA) / Cropped from original](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/3/dd5f25d0960e8d6d21fc19980d0f9a2e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) [](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)[Photo](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0) by [Mick Garratt](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/343) ([CC BY-SA](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ### Lanchester [](https://expedia.ca/Lanchester.dx6341581) ![Photo "West Rainton" by Rpriv2000 (CC BY-SA) / Cropped from original](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/3/7ef281f530799a2a933f70cf72dc468f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) [](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0)[Photo](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0) by [Rpriv2000](//commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:Rpriv2000) ([CC BY-SA](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0)) ### West Rainton [](https://expedia.ca/West-Rainton.dx6341593) ![Photo "Langley Park" by Oliver Dixon (CC BY-SA) / Cropped from original](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/3/70986445fb1c3e167534a1882f12472f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) [](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)[Photo](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0) by [Oliver Dixon](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/3462) ([CC BY-SA](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ### Langley Park [](https://expedia.ca/Langley-Park.dx3000403769) ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Durham worth visiting? > Renowned for its walking trails and nature, discovering fun things to do in Durham is simple. Make sure to add Beamish Open Air Museum to your itinerary when here. ### How do I spend a day in Durham? > Once you've visited major attractions like Beamish Open Air Museum and Durham Castle, spend the rest of your day experiencing Durham's retail and food scene. ### What is the top tourist attraction in Durham? > Don't leave without checking out Beamish Open Air Museum, ranked the top tourist attraction in Durham. ### Is three days enough to stay in Durham? > You can easily enjoy leading attractions like Durham Cathedral, Durham Castle and Diggerland with a three-day stay in Durham. On average, most travellers book two days here. There's plenty to experience nearby too, so stick around longer and venture to Newcastle-upon-Tyne. ### Is Durham a walkable city? > It depends on what you plan to see and do in Durham. Several top attractions, such as Durham Cathedral and Durham Castle, are accessible on foot. If you're up for a wander around some of Durham's neighbourhoods, Carrville is 3 kilometres away from downtown, while Broompark is 3 kilometres away from the centre and also within walking distance. ### What are some activities to do in Durham with kids? > Whether you're travelling with hard-to-please teens or tiny adventurers, a schedule filled with fun activities makes all the difference. 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