
Private Myths & Legends of Durham Walking Tour
Explore Durham and all its colourful characters
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The experience
Explore Durham and all its colourful characters
Beyond Durham’s awe-inspiring cathedral and castle lie a thousand years of history! This tour will let you into all its secrets and explore 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 as you follow your expert guide!
During this Durham tour, you'll explore narrow medieval alleys and beautiful squares, set off the beaten tourist track.
Book a private tour to customise your walk and include entry and a tour of UNESCO World Heritage Site Durham Cathedral. You can even choose your own starting points in the city centre!
What’s included
- Professional tourist guide
- Private tour of Durham
- Durham Cathedral entry (subject to change due to cathedral closures)
Not included
- Transport
Where to go
Newcastle Castle
Market Place
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Important visitor information
Must know
Not suitable for strollers or wheelchair users to access all elements of this tour.
How to use
Meet at equestrian statue on Durham Market Place or a city centre hotel (e.g. Marriott Durham, Hotel Indigo Durham or Radisson Blu Durham).
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