Title: Visit Durham: 2026 Travel Guide for Durham, England | Expedia.com

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# Durham

## England

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![Rocks on the beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6048752/9decbe12-2f85-4228-9298-143c7e57f814.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Harbour in Seaham, England. In the background are wild flowers and sea gulls.

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![We stopped by Durham today as part of a University Open Day visit and took some time to also explore the town. 

As well as the cathedral which commends a great spot over the river there is also the castle, botanical gardens as well as lots of old parts of the beautiful town to explore.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4628/073465c0-ad5e-4a2c-8ad9-e5f3f3e9c990.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

### Popular cities in Durham

[Durham

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## Reasons to visit

- Durham University
- Durham Cathedral
- Durham Castle

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[Stockton-on-Tees

Known for Bars, Lakes and Natural parks

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Upscale Stockton-on-Tees awaits: its parks, zoo, sports, and more! 

## Reasons to visit

- Wynyard Woodland Park
- Hardwick Park

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[Bishop Auckland

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Get away to secluded Bishop Auckland! Enjoy the bars, countryside, and spas. 

## Reasons to visit

- Hamsterley Forest
- Auckland Castle

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[Chester-le-Street

Known for Dining, Friendly people and Historical

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Come to Chester-le-Street and enjoy its castle, history, and adventures. 

## Reasons to visit

- Waldridge Fell Country Park

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[Stanley

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Get away to relaxing Stanley! Enjoy the museums, bars, and golf. 

## Reasons to visit

- Beamish Open Air Museum

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[Barnard Castle

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Escape to Barnard Castle! Enjoy its castle, bars, and gardens. 

## Reasons to visit

- Bowes Museum

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