Private Tour
Durham Private Walking Tour
Overview
Available languages
2 hours
Mobile ticket
Your local expert will give you a unique insight into Durham, the cathedral quarter, university (it's the third oldest on England!) and the medieval history of this amazing city.
Explore old and new and understand how Durham has developed from ecclesiastical heartland of a nation, industrial prowess and decline right through to the grand university city it is tiday.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Wheelchair accessible
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Professional, local tourist guide
Gratuities
Private transportation
What To Expect
Durham
Begin in Millennium Square and enjoy views of the new developments in the city as well as the introduction story to St. Cuthbert and the beautiful Fenwick Lawson statue in the square itself.
Durham Market Hall
Enter the medieval market square & discover the stories behind this architectual gem with its statues and market hall. If open, we will be able to enter the Victorian Market
Options
Durham Private Walking Tour
Reviews
8 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
A truly fantastic tour of Durham
erinsK66JI,
Jul 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The walking tour of Durham with Fran was a delightful way to spend a couple hours. We walked and talked about ancient and current Durham—its history, people, culture. And I even got some recs for other things to do during the rest of the day. Because this tour came at the end of my trip to the North of England and southern Scotland, our conversation tied several themes together and was a great way to wrap things up before heading home. Thank you!
Durham: Myths and Legends
LinL2006,
Oct 1, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My husband and I did the tour of Durham: Myths and Legends. Despite horrendous rainy weather we both loved the tour. Our guide Fran, was knowledgeable, friendly and welcoming.
One of my best tour experiences
deborahbT6285AD,
Nov 13, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I did two tours, one of Hadrian's Wall, and one specially created for me, which followed the life story of a 19th century serial killer (for a book I'm working on). I kept congratulating myself on being smart enough to pick this tour company. The trips werebeautifully researched, fun, and incredibly knowledgeable. The guide, Anna Unger, was thoughtful, smart and just good company. Beautiful country, terrific guide, great experience start to finish.
Walking tour of Durham
Inglisroad,
Mar 24, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My wife and I had a wonderful tour around the sights of Durham with Anna today. She was very knowledgeable and helpful in suggesting things for us to do during the remainder of our weekend stay.
Great Tour of Durham
richardbX3085NM,
Mar 2, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent Tour of Durham including the Cathedral with our guide Anna. It was a wet and windy afternoon but that did not distract from a really interesting tour around Durham. Even for some of us who had been to Durham several times we learned a lot and discovered new areas we never knew about.... Great afternoon out.
Brilliant historical tour of Durham
peterbB4494ZJ,
Sep 26, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We were in Durham as part of a historical tour to do with Lindisfarne, St Cuthbert, St Bede and the Lindisfarne Gospels. Our guide, Amanda, was a serious expert in all our areas of interest and really brought Durham and the Cathedral alive for us. We highly recommend using Amanda.
Beautiful City/Interesting History
cltouchstone,
Jul 9, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00We enjoyed our day out with Amanda in Durham. She was friendly and kind enough to wait as we were late arriving due to unforeseen circumstances that morning. She provided an interesting tour and is very knowledgeable about the history of the area. Durham is a beautiful city with an interesting history and well worth visiting.
Anna is amazing tour guide!
melissasP8135AM,
Jul 1, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My family and I were traveling from London to Edinburgh by train and wanted to add a stop for a few hours to visit Durham. Anna was the perfect guide who went above and beyond to make our tour extra special! She was accommodating and helped us plan a private tour that allowed my 82 year old father to join the tour. Anna is very knowledgeable about Durham and also shared some Harry Potter sites which was a huge hit for my daughter :) Thank you Anna for being an amazing guide and going above and beyond while visiting your beautiful city Durham!
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