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Private Half Day Tour

4 Hours
9 am & 1pm Daily
£69 per person
Under 18's £29
Customise your tour

Fully immerse yourself in the amazing history and culture of Durham on this half day private tour. You will walk the cobbled streets, bridges and beautiful riverside paths whilst learning about 1,000 years of history. From saints and Prince Bishops to the darker side of the city’s history, there are stories in abundance.

During the tour you will be guided around the magnificent Durham Cathedral- commissioned during the Norman period, it is part of the UNESCO World Heritage site. It provides one of the best examples of architecture from the 11th century in England. 
Over the course of the tour, you will stop for coffee and cake at one of the city's atmospheric cafés. We are delighted to launch this new tour- bringing together the highlights of Durham city in half a day.  

 

Key Information

  • The tour is 4 hours long. It could vary, depending any unforeseen circumstances on route.

  • The tour will comprise of a walking tour of the full city that is broken up for refreshment stops and visits to attractions.

  • We will stop for coffee and cake at a popular city centre café. 

  • You will be given a guided tour of Durham Cathedral, either by your guide or by one of the Cathedral volunteers. 

  • Dogs are encouraged on the tour and are now welcomed into all of the attractions on route. Please let us know if you are bringing you dog along and we will bring some treats!

  • The tour will go ahead in all weather. Please bring appropriate footwear and clothing as it is a hilly city and the route is over cobbles and along muddy footpaths by the river. 

  • Cancellations must be made no later than 24 hours before the tour is due to start. If you cancel after this time, a refund cannot be given. ​

Tour Highlights

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  • Durham Cathedral

  • Durham Castle*

  • 4 Historic bridges

  • Market Place

  • Palace Green

  • Riverbanks

  • The Bailey

  • Durham Prison* & history of punishment ​​

*Please note that we will not visit the interior of  Durham Prison (I hope) or Castle.

What's included:

  • Walking tour (a combination of all of Walkabout Durham tours)

  • Local and experienced guide

  • Coffee & cake

  • Guided tour of Durham Cathedral

  • Recommendations

  • Lunch is not included

  • This is a private tour for your group.  ​​

To discuss group discounts or customising your tour, please contact us at:

                                     info@walkaboutdurham.com

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