History
Durham Cathedral
Durham, North East England
A huge Norman cathedral on a river bluff, with the castle next door; a World Heritage Site.
- Booking
- No need to book
- Time to allow
- 2 hours
Durham Cathedral and Castle share a peninsula above the River Wear, and the cathedral has some of the finest Norman architecture in the country. Walk the riverside paths for the view back up. The city centre is compact and easy on foot.
Good to know
- Park outside and walk in
- Climb the tower for city views
- Riverside path is free and beautiful
- Best time
- Morning, then a riverside walk
- Open
- All year
- Getting there
- City centre, Park & Ride available
- Vehicles
- Fine in any car
- Dogs
- No dogs
Facilities
- Toilets
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