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Durham · Best Bars · Curated · Updated 2026
Best Bars in Durham
Discover the best bars in Durham. Find inspiration for your trip with our curated list of top-rated spots, local favorites, and hidden gems.
The 10 best bars in Durham
The Library
A lively pub and social hub in Durham offering quality drinks, creative vegan dishes, and a quirky, welcoming atmosphere from morning till late.
46 Saddler St, Durham DH1 3NU
Old Toms Gin Bar
Discover Durham’s riverside gem with over 250 gins, artisan boards, and expert Ginologists crafting unforgettable cocktails.
33 Riverwalk, Durham DH1 4SL
Revolution Durham
Dynamic cocktail bar and restaurant in Durham city centre with scenic rooftop views and vibrant nightlife.
1-4 North Rd, Durham DH1 4PW
Tin Of Sardines Gin Bar - Durham
Discover Durham’s tiniest gin bar with a colossal selection, expert service, and an intimate, unforgettable atmosphere on Elvet Bridge.
18 Elvet Bridge, Durham DH1 3AA
The Shakespeare
A historic and quirky Durham pub famed for its real ales, theatrical roots, and ghostly tales in a cosy 12th-century setting.
63 Saddler St, Durham DH1 3NU
The Half Moon Inn
Historic Tudor pub in Durham offering quality ales, a lively local atmosphere, and a scenic riverside courtyard with cathedral views.
86 New Elvet, Durham DH1 3AQ
Champagne Bar
Stylish vintage champagnes, creative cocktails, and vibrant atmosphere in Durham’s lively Walkergate district.
Unit 8 Walkergate, Durham DH1 1SQ
Swan & Three Cygnets
Traditional riverside pub with a no-technology policy, affordable drinks, and cosy charm beside Durham’s historic Elvet Bridge.
Elvet Bridge, Durham DH1 3AF
Slug & Lettuce - Durham
Lively cocktail bar and restaurant in Durham’s city center, perfect for social drinks, tasty meals, and vibrant events year-round.
7 Walkergate, Durham DH1 1SQ
Ye Old Elm Tree
Historic Durham pub blending centuries-old charm with a lively, welcoming atmosphere and excellent real ales.
12 Crossgate, St Margarets Garth, Durham DH1 4PS
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