Guidebook for Durham
Entertainment & Activities
The Gala Theatre is great for catching a movie or going to see a play.
24 locals recommend
Gala Theatre Durham
1 Millennium PlaceThe Gala Theatre is great for catching a movie or going to see a play.
Sightseeing
Durham Cathedral is one of the greatest buildings in Europe. Set grandly on a rocky promontory next to the Castle with the medieval city huddled below and the river sweeping round, the profile of the World Heritage Site is instantly recognisable to people travelling up and down the East Coast Main Line.
116 locals recommend
Durham Cathedral
Durham Cathedral is one of the greatest buildings in Europe. Set grandly on a rocky promontory next to the Castle with the medieval city huddled below and the river sweeping round, the profile of the World Heritage Site is instantly recognisable to people travelling up and down the East Coast Main Line.
Drinks & Nightlife
A small bar with outdoor seating. It's a great place to relax on an evening and or grab a bite to eat during the day.
13 locals recommend
Head of Steam
3 North RdA small bar with outdoor seating. It's a great place to relax on an evening and or grab a bite to eat during the day.
This is an exclusive bar tucked away in a side street with secret access. To get into the bar you must get the code from their Facebook page. Inside, there is quirky decor and mixologists waiting to serve you one of their famous cocktails or let them know what you like and they'll mix up something especially for you.
10 locals recommend
33 Durham (Neville Street Depot)
33 Neville StThis is an exclusive bar tucked away in a side street with secret access. To get into the bar you must get the code from their Facebook page. Inside, there is quirky decor and mixologists waiting to serve you one of their famous cocktails or let them know what you like and they'll mix up something especially for you.
Claiming to be the smallest gin bar in the world, the Tin Of Sardines is a must visit whilst in Durham. Located next to Elvet Bridge, why not pop in for a quick drink?
14 locals recommend
Tin of Sardines
18 Elvet BridgeClaiming to be the smallest gin bar in the world, the Tin Of Sardines is a must visit whilst in Durham. Located next to Elvet Bridge, why not pop in for a quick drink?
The Half Moon is a large pub with a wonderful beer garden over looking the river.
13 locals recommend
The Half Moon Inn
11A Ryton Hall DrThe Half Moon is a large pub with a wonderful beer garden over looking the river.
Missoula is a large venue which comes alive at the weekend. With a large dance floor and outdoor areas why not give it a visit and dance the night away.
11 locals recommend
Missoula Durham
Unit 7 WalkergateMissoula is a large venue which comes alive at the weekend. With a large dance floor and outdoor areas why not give it a visit and dance the night away.
By day, the Bishops Mill is a busy pub serving lots of cheap but delicious meals. By night this pub is turned into one of Durhams biggest night clubs and has loud music so that you can dance the night away.
11 locals recommend
The Bishops' Mill
1 WalkergateBy day, the Bishops Mill is a busy pub serving lots of cheap but delicious meals. By night this pub is turned into one of Durhams biggest night clubs and has loud music so that you can dance the night away.
The Boat Club is situated on the river and has a lovely terrace to enjoy a few drinks on in the sun. They serve meals during the day and play music at night so that you can party away.
13 locals recommend
The Boat Club
The Boat Club is situated on the river and has a lovely terrace to enjoy a few drinks on in the sun. They serve meals during the day and play music at night so that you can party away.
Whisky River is a prestigious bar located next to the river. They do all kinds of cocktails and its the perfect spot to start off your night.
15 locals recommend
Whisky River
Whisky River is a prestigious bar located next to the river. They do all kinds of cocktails and its the perfect spot to start off your night.
The Library is a cool, modern pub serving food during the day. as well as cocktails and fishbowls right through until late. Perfect for starting your night out or you could spend a sunny day on their terrace with friends.
11 locals recommend
The Library
46 Saddler StThe Library is a cool, modern pub serving food during the day. as well as cocktails and fishbowls right through until late. Perfect for starting your night out or you could spend a sunny day on their terrace with friends.
The Angel is a small pub which serves all kinds of alcohol. The theme is quite gothic and there is lovely outdoor seating.
12 locals recommend
The Holy GrAle
57 CrossgateThe Angel is a small pub which serves all kinds of alcohol. The theme is quite gothic and there is lovely outdoor seating.
Food Scene
This restaurant is small and cosy, it does a large variety of delicious meals and its perfect for gin lovers.
13 locals recommend
The Dun Cow
37 Old ElvetThis restaurant is small and cosy, it does a large variety of delicious meals and its perfect for gin lovers.
A small rustic cafe and coffee shop which is superb for breakfasts, lunches and cakes.
15 locals recommend
Flat White Cafe
40 Elvet BridgeA small rustic cafe and coffee shop which is superb for breakfasts, lunches and cakes.
Zen
Court LaneZen is a Thai/Pan- Asian restaurant which is a must visit when in Durham!
The Cellar Door is a British restaurant over looking the river and the perfect place to celebrate special occasions.
14 locals recommend
The Cellar Door
41 Saddler StThe Cellar Door is a British restaurant over looking the river and the perfect place to celebrate special occasions.
Bella Italia is a small Italian restaurant located next to the river. Perfect for guests to go and have a light lunch or evening meal followed by drinks.
11 locals recommend
Bella Italia Durham
Bella Italia is a small Italian restaurant located next to the river. Perfect for guests to go and have a light lunch or evening meal followed by drinks.
The Spice Lounge is a modern Indian restaurant with classic dishes and beer on tap. A great place for a family meal or even a date.
12 locals recommend
Spice Lounge
Market PlaceThe Spice Lounge is a modern Indian restaurant with classic dishes and beer on tap. A great place for a family meal or even a date.
Tangos is a fabulous restaurant with quirky decor and many meals to suit anyone. They serve spectacular cocktails and are situated on Elvet Bridge which makes for a perfect location to start your night in the City.
16 locals recommend
Tango Durham
39 Elvet BridgeTangos is a fabulous restaurant with quirky decor and many meals to suit anyone. They serve spectacular cocktails and are situated on Elvet Bridge which makes for a perfect location to start your night in the City.