Durham Cathedral is one of the best places in Durham that you can visit. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and you can learn a lot about their history.
Botanical Gardens is another major attraction of the city that is loved by students. It has a lot of green spaces and plants from all over the world.
Beamish Museum is one of the most-visited places in Durham. You can go here alone and understand the living history that dates from 1820s to 1950s.
Durham Castle is located in the city centre and you can easily travel there on your own. You can take a guided tour and know all about the history of the city.