DURHAM
WALKING TOUR

£20 PER PERSON

1.5 HOURS

WALKING TOUR

FLEXIBLE CANCELLATION

SAT 10AM & PRIVATE TOURS

£20 PP

1.5 HOURS

WALKING TOUR

FLEXIBLE CANCELLATION

SAT 10AM & PRIVATE TOURS

GREAT FOR PHOTOS

A DURHAM TOUR EXPLORING THE CITY AS WELL AS ITS TALES AND COLOURFUL CHARACTERS

Durham walking tour

During this Durham tour, explore the city’s highlights as well as narrow medieval vennels and beautiful squares set off the beaten tourist track.

Beyond Durham’s awe-inspiring cathedral and castle lie 1000 years of history riddled with a treasure trove of tales.

Get to know some of the colourful characters – both fair and foul – that left their mark on the city and local folklore.

PRIVATE TOURS ONLY: Book a private tour to customise your walk and include entry & tour of UNESCO World Heritage Site Durham Cathedral. You can even choose your own starting points in the city centre or add transfers from Newcastle city centre or Newcastle Cruise Terminal at checkout.

YOUR DURHAM TOUR ITINERARY

Saddler Street Durham Walking Tour
DURHAM MEDIEVAL MARKET PLACE
Explore Durham's historic Market Place and experience fascinating stories of the buildings and colourful characters.
DURHAM MEDIEVAL MARKET PLACE
Saddler Street Durham Walking Tour
Durham Tour
PRISONS OF OLD ELVET
Explore Durham's historic associations with prisons and discover hidden architectural gems in Old Elvet.
PRISONS OF OLD ELVET
Durham Tour
Durham Cathedral tour
UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITE
Enjoy breathtaking views of the UNESCO World Heritage Site Durham Castle & Cathedral. Hear all the stories on the beautiful Palace Green!
UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITE
Durham Cathedral tour
Durham walking tour riverside walk
BEST VIEWS ALONG THE RIVERSIDE
See stunning views of the Rose Window and peak into The College, a true hidden gem, before reaching the wonderful riverside. Stroll along the river for some of the city's best views.
BEST VIEWS ALONG THE RIVERSIDE
Durham walking tour riverside walk
Durham Cathedral; interior; Best of Durham Walking Tour
ADD ON: PRIVATE TOUR ONLY
Booked a private tour? Why not add a tour of Durham Cathedral? Your expert guide will take you to experience this magnificent building.
ADD ON: PRIVATE TOUR ONLY
Durham Cathedral; interior; Best of Durham Walking Tour

WHAT'S INCLUDED

Professional local tour guide
Discover Durham's highlights
Explore Durham's crime & punishment stories
Riverside walk

GOOD TO KNOW

Wear comfortable shoes
Bring layers of clothing / rain jacket
Don't forget your camera
PRIVATE TOUR: add Durham Cathedral tour

MEETING POINT

Our public tour begins on Market Place right next to the large equestrian statue. Your guide will be easy to spot with a "Newcastle Tour Co." sign/bag. On private tours you can choose a meeting point.

SHORE EXCURSION

At checkout, add "shore excursion" to benefit from
100% private shore excursion
Pick up & drop off at the cruise terminal
Guide meets you at cruise terminal
Guaranteed on-time return to your cruise ship
Full refund should your cruise ship skip port
Multiple language options
Better value for money than cruise line's tours
Add ca. 75 minutes to your tour for travel time

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