1 Day In Darlington
So you've got 24 hours in Darlington
! That's a great amount of time to visit - let's see what our expert guides would recommend. Last updated 15th December 2023.
What Should I Do With 24 Hours In Darlington?
If you have 24 hours to spend in Darlington, here are some suggestions:
- Visit the historic Darlington Railway Centre and Museum to learn about the town's railway heritage. Allow 1-2 hours for a visit.
- Take a stroll through South Park, a beautiful Victorian park with a lake, flower gardens and a café. Allow 1-2 hours for a leisurely walk around the park.
- Explore the town centre and do some shopping. There are several shopping centres, including Cornmill Shopping Centre, Queen Street Shopping Centre and the Dolphin Centre. Allow 2-3 hours for shopping and browsing.
- Visit the Head of Steam, a pub that used to be a railway station and has now been converted into a museum of the railway history of the North East. Allow 1-2 hours for a visit.
- Take a walk along the river Skerne, which runs through the town centre. Allow 1-2 hours for a leisurely walk.
- Visit the Victorian indoor market, a covered market with over 50 stalls selling everything from fresh produce to clothing and gifts. Allow 1-2 hours for a visit.
These are just a few suggestions for how to spend 24 hours in Darlington. There are plenty of other things to see and do, depending on your interests and preferences. Enjoy your visit!
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