Durham University Museum of Archaeology, Durham

Name: Durham University Museum of Archaeology
Address: Durham, United Kingdom

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The Museum of Archaeology, founded in 1833, is a museum of the University of Durham in England. The museum has collections ranging from the prehistoric, Ancient Greece, Roman to Medieval. ()

Coordinates: 54°46'23"N, 1°34'42"W

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Durham United Kingdom

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Durham University Museum of Archaeology – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Durham Cathedral, Durham Castle, Prebends Bridge, Durham Town Hall.

~380 ftE
Iconic, vaulted Romanesque building
Durham Cathedral, Durham
2 min walk • Durham Cathedral is a majestic piece of architecture that dominates the skyline of the historic city of Durham in the northeast of England. This UNESCO World Heritage Site, officially known as the Cathedral Church of Christ, Blessed Mary the Virgin and St Cuthbert of...
~1060 ftNE
, Historical place, Architecture
Durham Castle, Durham
6 min walk • Durham Castle is a Norman castle in the city of Durham, England, which has been occupied since 1837 by University College, Durham after its previous role as the residence of the Bishops of Durham.
~800 ftS
Bridge
Prebends Bridge, Durham
4 min walk • Prebends Bridge, along with Framwellgate and Elvet bridges, is one of three stone-arch bridges in the centre of Durham, England, that cross the River Wear.
~1640 ftN
City hall
Durham Town Hall, Durham
8 min walk • Durham Town Hall is a municipal building in the Market Place, Durham, England. It is a Grade II* listed building.
~1490 ftNE
Bridge
Elvet Bridge, Durham
8 min walk • Elvet Bridge is a medieval masonry arch bridge across the River Wear in the city of Durham, in County Durham, England. It links the peninsula in central Durham and the Elvet area of the city, and is a Grade I listed building.
~1100 ftN
Bridge
Framwellgate Bridge, Durham
6 min walk • Framwellgate Bridge is a mediaeval masonry arch bridge across the River Wear, in Durham, England. It is a Grade I listed building.
~1940 ftE
Church, Gothic Revival architecture
St Cuthbert's Church, Durham
10 min walk • St Cuthbert's Church is a Roman Catholic parish church in Durham, England. It was opened on 31 May 1827 to replace two previous chapels, one run by the secular clergy and the other by the Jesuits. It is also the home of the Durham University Catholic Chaplaincy and Catholic Society.
~1500 ftN
Shopping centre, Shopping
The Gates Shopping Centre, Durham
8 min walk • The Gates Shopping Centre was a shopping centre in Durham, England. It was located on the west side of the River Wear between Framwellgate Bridge and Milburngate Bridge, in the centre of Durham.
~790 ftNE
Concerts and shows, Theater
Assembly Rooms Theatre, Durham
4 min walk • The Assembly Rooms Theatre is a historic 220-seat proscenium arch theatre located in the centre of Durham. During term time, it primarily hosts the work of Durham Student Theatre's 27 resident companies, and also presents the work of external and touring companies at other points in the year.
~830 ftE
Museum, Visitor center
Durham Museum and Heritage Centre, Durham
4 min walk • Durham Museum and Heritage Centre is a museum in Durham, England. It details the history of the City of Durham from medieval times to the present day.
~1180 ftE
Bridge
Kingsgate Bridge, Durham
6 min walk • Kingsgate Bridge is a striking, modern reinforced concrete construction footbridge across the River Wear, in Durham, England. It is a Grade I listed building. It was personally designed in 1963 by Ove Arup, the last structure he ever designed.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Durham University Museum of Archaeology?

Nearby attractions include Durham Dean and Chapter Library, Durham (2 min walk), Durham Cathedral, Durham (2 min walk), Cranmer Hall, Durham (4 min walk), Palace Green Library, Durham (4 min walk).

How to get to Durham University Museum of Archaeology by public transport?

The nearest stations to Durham University Museum of Archaeology:

Bus

St. Oswalds Church • Lines: 56 (8 min walk)
New Elvet • Lines: X12 (8 min walk)

Train

Durham (13 min walk)