Dark Durham Tour
Overview
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1 hour 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
Delve into the darker side of Durham's past as we discover the gruesome, shocking and tragic tales of our city's rich history.
From the medieval prisons, castle and cathedral to the city's historic pubs, we explore the hauntings, crimes, deadly battles and saintly miracles that add mystery and character to our beautiful little city.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Provide City center recommendations.
What To Expect
Durham Market Place
The darker side of the social history of Durham. From coal mining to hidden cemeteries.
Framwellgate Bridge
Tales of escaped prisoners and Prince Bishops in the brutal early Norman period.
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Dark Durham Tour
Reviews
17 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
The guide took us on a...
Aaron P,
Nov 5, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00The guide took us on a tour around the city, stopping at historical points of interest. The tour also featured various tales throughout the city's history and some ghost stories. The guide was local so knew a lot of the history and was really entertaining
Great tour, very informative
Bxboo,
Oct 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Really enjoyed the dark tour. Peter was a great guide. Learned a lots about Durham’s history that I never knew despite living in the area as a student.
Interesting and informative
Splitpin19,
Oct 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Lived near Durham all our lives and found the guided tour around the city centre very interesting and informative. Guide very knowledgeable bringing to life the history of this beautiful city of which we’re very proud of . We will definitely be revisiting some of the areas on the tour to explore further.
Dark tour of Durham is a must!
Lynn M,
Sep 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The guide, was absolutely fantastic. He was very engaging, answered all our questions with great knowledge and humour.I have less mobility and use a walking aide, and he checked in with me often. His background in geography was an added bonus. This is an absolute must when in Durham.
Loved it!
suzannecW9852PN,
Sep 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.005 of us went along. Family from Belgium & 3 locals Teens to seniors. We all enjoyed it equally! So informative and the sights were lovely Lived local most my life but found out so many new things I’d happily do it again :)
The guide was great,...
Allison A,
Jul 14, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00The guide was great, friendly and knowledgeable. I would really recommend doing this to find out about the interesting facts of Durham.
A must do tour when in Durham
Liz K,
Apr 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We thoroughly enjoyed this tour. Full of interesting facts and myths about the people that lived and died here. Our guide was superb and clearly knew his stuff making the tour really interesting and engaging. It lasted about one hour 20 mins which was perfect. Would thoroughly recommend if you’re in Durham.
Interesting historical tour of DH1
matthewmR397VY,
Apr 12, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Interesting tour of durham. I have lived there for 4 years and still learnt so much about the area and its history. The guide was really friendly. Overall would recommend.
Highly recommend
Kissel999,
Apr 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was a great way to explore a stunning city with such a historical, dark and lengthy history. The tour guide was super friendly, accommodating and educated on the extensive history of the city, it's surrounding areas and even wider afield. He even answered questions that were completely of topic and casually chatted about his own history, personal experience and hobbies We would highly recommend this to everyone!
A very well informed tour...
Stephanie F,
Apr 5, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00A very well informed tour guide and lots of things to see! We really enjoyed the history of the courthouse and the cathedral.
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