Durdle Door, United Kingdom

Durdle Door

A natural limestone arch on the Jurassic Coast.

  • Apr–Oct
  • 1 night
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Things to do

2 days in Durdle Door

Day 1

  1. MorningWalk from Lulworth Cove over the steep cliff path to Durdle Door.
  2. AfternoonSwim at the beach below the arch, or at Man O'War Cove next to it.
  3. EveningHave dinner in a pub in West Lulworth.

Day 2

Visit Corfe Castle, or walk the Jurassic Coast to Kimmeridge.

What to eat

A Dorset cream tea or a slice of Dorset apple cake.

Local tips

Make the most of Durdle Door

Beat the crowds

Summer weekends are very busy. Come early or at sunset.

Best photo spot

The stone arch from the clifftop path above the beach, especially at sunrise.

Getting there

Easiest by car to Lulworth. Buses run in summer from Wool station.

Don't miss nearby

Lulworth Cove, a round bay a short walk away, and the rest of the Jurassic Coast.

Good to know

The steps down to the beach are steep. The walk from Lulworth Cove to Durdle Door is about 20 minutes but uphill.

Secret spots

1 secret spot near Durdle Door

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Plan your visit

Getting to Durdle Door

Getting there

  • Bournemouth Airport (BOH)35 km away
  • Bristol Airport (BRS)90 km away
  • Bath85 km away
  • Bristol95 km away

Reachable by car or public transport; a car gives you more freedom to explore the area. Distances are in a straight line.

At a glance

Best timeApr–Oct
TypeNature spot
Good forNature, Coast
Getting thereCar or public transport
Stay1 night
CountryUnited Kingdom

Questions

Durdle Door: good to know

Is Durdle Door worth visiting?

Yes, especially if you like nature and the coast. A natural limestone arch on the Jurassic Coast.

How many days do you need in Durdle Door?

Plan 1 night. Our free 2-day plan above shows how to spend your time.

When is the best time to visit Durdle Door?

The best time to visit is Apr to Oct. Summer weekends are very busy. Come early or at sunset.

How do you get to Durdle Door?

The nearest airport is Bournemouth Airport (BOH), about 35 km away. Easiest by car to Lulworth. Buses run in summer from Wool station.

What is there to see near Durdle Door?

Nearby hidden places include Bath (85 km), Bristol (95 km) and Cotswolds (Bibury) (130 km).

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