Durham travel guide
Durham Tourism | Durham Guide
You're Going to Love Durham
With a population of 45,696, Durham is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Durham to see all of its attractions.
Where to Eat in Durham
If you’re looking for affordable options, Estabulo - Durham (The Riverwalk) and Turkish Kitchen Durham (66 Saddler St) are great picks.
When to visit Durham
How to Get to Durham
Plane
Although Durham doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Newcastle Airport (UK) (NCL), which is located 19 miles from Durham. The shortest flight to Durham from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 36h 35m.
Car
Another option to get to Durham is to pick up a car hire from Edinburgh, which is about 103 miles from Durham. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Europcar, among others, in Edinburgh.
Airlines serving Durham
Where to stay in Durham
From 5-star hotels such as the 40 Winks Hospitality to great affordable options like the The Kingslodge Inn, Durham offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $173 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $328 and up for a 5-star experience.
Where to stay in popular areas of Durham
Most booked hotels in Durham
Hiring a car in Durham
Expect to pay $4.10 per litre in Durham (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $49.17 and $65.56. Economy (Class Economy Car or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Durham, while also 59% cheaper than other types, on average.