Visitor Information Network

The experienced, professional staff in Durham's official Visitor Contact Centre have excellent knowledge and are on hand to help you plan your visit and provide ideas for things to see and do during your stay.

Call: 03000 26 26 26*
Email: visitor@thisisdurham.com
*Calls are charged at a local rate, mobiles may vary.

Open Monday to Friday 9.00am-5.00pm. The Visitor Contact Centre is not open to the public for face-to-face enquiries.

Durham also has a number of Visitor Information Points across the county, providing the latest information via face-to-face or electronic touch screen, plus access to a wide selection of leaflets and guides.

Explore Durham Find out more about what the different areas of the county have to offer.

Durham City

Durham City

Durham City sits at the heart of our amazing county. Wander the cobbled streets, visit the world-famous Durham Cathedral or enjoy a relaxing riverside walk.

Durham Coast

Durham Coast

Escape to the colourful Durham Coast and admire sweeping sea views and beautiful beaches, with a host of things to see and do.

Durham Dales

Packed with walking and cycling routes, the Durham Dales of Teesdale and Weardale are waiting to be discovered.

Durham Dales

Vale of Durham

Find award-winning attractions including Beamish Museum, Locomotion and Auckland Castle in the Vale of Durham.

Vale of Durham
Durham Maps

Durham Maps

View the maps of Durham

Durham Pocket Guide

Durham Pocket Guide

Download the latest visitor guide.