Durham City sits at the heart of a remarkable county, crowned by the iconic Durham Cathedral and Castle UNESCO World Heritage Site rising above winding cobbled streets and a dramatic river peninsula. This historic university city blends timeless character with a vibrant modern buzz.
Explore award-winning attractions, museums and galleries, browse independent shops and artisan markets, or unwind with riverside walks and cruises. From cosy pubs to unique cafés and restaurants serving up delicious local food, you’ll find lots on the menu to tempt your taste buds. From green spaces and cultural highlights to great food, drink and events, Durham City warmly awaits your visit.
Visit County Durham is the destination management organisation for County Durham, providing strategic leadership and partnership support to develop and grow the local visitor economy. It works closely with public agencies, tourism businesses and national bodies such as VisitEngland and VisitBritain to promote the county as a great place to live, work, visit, study and invest. Visit County Durham drives sustainable tourism growth through destination management, destination marketing and place marketing, helping to attract more day and overnight visitors while supporting local jobs and businesses. Its work includes business support, marketing campaigns, visitor information services, product development and enhancing the overall visitor experience. By uniting partners and championing the county’s heritage, landscapes, culture and warm welcome, Visit County Durham helps ensure a thriving and resilient visitor economy.