Durham History Tour: Explore World-Class Architecture and Riveting Tales

Embark on a captivating Durham history tour and discover world-class architecture and riveting tales of kings, Prince Bishops, and local people. Explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site and delve into the rich history of this fascinating city.

Duration: 1 hour, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Durham Market Place - At our meeting spot in the historic Market Place, in the heart of the city, we will see the 19th Century Town Hall and Guildhall, St. Nicolas’ church and the statues that commemorate the city’s history. We will learn about the figures who have helped to shape the city and county. From here, we will take a short walk to Framwellgate Bridge.
What's Included
  • Tour does not include entry to buildings.
  • Recommendations for food and attractions provided.
Additional Information

As you amble down stone-paved lanes and along the banks of the river, you’ll witness some of the planet’s most magnificent structures and unearth intriguing stories about the kings, Prince Bishops and locals who have shaped Durham into one of England’s most intriguing and historically important cities. Our History Tour will escort you from the vibrant…

Location
Market Place
Meet at the ‘Man on the Horse’ statue in the centre of the Market Place
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Tanya_s
Dec 13, 2024
Excellent tour of the city - Perfect city tour with a very knowledgable and engaging guide. Would recommend to anyone coming to the city.
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Stephanie_o
Nov 17, 2024
Highly recommend 90 minute history tour - Our guide was knowledgeable and made the history tour very interesting and fun. Learned so much about Durham. Next time we’ll do our guide’s pub tour! 🤣🤣
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T1052elclaireb
Nov 17, 2024
Durham by moonlight - Peter was an excellent and engaging guide. He’s very knowledgeable about the history of Durham and obviously passionate about the subject. A guided tour was a great way to start our long weekend in Durham helped us to orientate ourselves but also to learn and appreciate more about the city, allowing us to enjoy our stay even more. We had an evening tour but enjoyed the atmosphere of walking around Durham after dark on a wonderfully moonlit night which added to the experience.
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P5523ahgaryj
Oct 14, 2024
Durham history tour - Took tour back in Sept,not good with names so please forgive me.our guide was amazing, great local knowledge and very easy to listen too. Turned out we were the only couple on tour so got personal service. Would highly recommend this and other tours that he conducts. Gary and Christine.
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Jowu4692to
Sep 29, 2024
Interesting and fun tour on the history of Durham - Me and my son found Peter warm and friendly. His tour was really interesting, with a mixture of both historical and fun facts. Really pleased we booked this tour and would definitely recommend Peter's tours.
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Iambic
Sep 14, 2024
Excellent Introduction for a Visit to Durham - Walkabout Durham provides an excellent introduction—geographically and historically—for a visit to the town. Makes the rest of a visit more enjoyable. The guide is a cordial geography teacher who knows the town and its history well. You see and learn about the human history (church and regal politics), the architecture, the public art. There’s a fair bit of walking involved, but not so much as to discourage a visitor. (Durham is a bit hillier than some places.) All in all an excellent value for the time and information. (Note: You go by and learn about the cathedral and castle, but you don’t go in them on the tour.)
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Getaway38420044956
Sep 5, 2024
Not to be missed - Excellent walkabout. The history of Durham came alive with our guide. The tour took us across both sides of the river and the views were spectacular. Highly recommended tour.
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Robinso1542ps
Aug 20, 2024
This is an exceptional tour - This was an exceptional tour. The guide was very competent and knowledgeable. The start point was easy to find and the end point Ideal for a visit to the Cathedral. You do need to be able to walk for about a mile and stout shoes are recommended. For a first time visitor to Durham, this was a fascinating introduction and very informative. Don't miss it!
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C5711oqsuem
Jul 21, 2024
Great afternoon - It's one thing to be knowledgeable about a city, but it makes all the difference when your guide is passionate and a great communicator. Peter is outstanding. We'd been many times to Durham but never done a tour. We learned so much! If you think you know the city you probably don't! This is a tour not just for visitors from far and wide but even if you're local like us you'll find Peter's knowledge and stories fascinating. Thank you so much- you really deserve to do well. Sue and Keith.
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Joseph_m
Jul 15, 2024
Great quick tour - Solid tour of city highlights with a knowledgeable, likable and entertaining guide. Can't imagine a more informative ninety minute tour.
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