Plan Your Visit
Find out everything you need to know to get the most from our visit: how to find us, opening times and more. Plus, everything you need to know if you or anyone in your group has any special needs or requirements.
Contact usBook a tour
The best way to visit Durham Castle is to book one of our guided tours, where you can learn about life in the Castle from one of our specially trained tour guides.
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Our collections
Find out more about the history of the museum and our collections.
The Castle can only be visited as part of a guided tour as it's part of the university facilities. Our guide was a history student and he was very knowledgeable and passionate about the legacy of the Castle. We visited the underground chapel, the black staircase and great hall. The tour was quite short at about 30mins but it's right next to the cathedral so I would highly recommend anyone visiting the Cathedral to take a tour of the Castle too.
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History of the Castle
Find out more about the architecture and the history of Durham Castle.
Search our collections
We welcome anyone who wishes to study our collections. Find out more about searching our collections online and how to make a research appointment.
Search our collectionsNorman Chapel Conservation and Interpretation Project
Due to pre-existing environmental conditions, the condition of the Norman Chapel has deteriorated, and it became apparent in early 2013 that additional monitoring and investigation were needed.
Learn more about the projectLearn
The Learning and Engagement Team offer a range of sessions for schools and home learning groups.
From key stage one to post -16, your group can explore the Castle for a range of curriculum focussed topics on a visit lead by a member of the Learning and Engagement Team.
Schools and Home Learning Programme