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Durham’s Landmarks and Legends: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
(35) Reviews
County Durham
About
This self-guided walking tour takes you on a journey through time to explore the dramatic peninsula of Durham city.
You’ll make your way from the bustling heart of the city, along tranquil riverside footpaths and medieval bridges, to the world-famous Durham Cathedral. You’ll see some of the most spectacular vantage points around, and hear tales of St. Cuthbert and his miraculous journey to the city roughly 300 years after his death! Along the way, you’ll encounter the legendary kings and ferocious rivalries that have shaped Durham since Anglo-Saxon times.
From wealthy and eccentric Prince Bishops to humble locals, you’ll meet the people who have made the city what it is today. Allow an ho...
Highlights
From 1 hour to 1 hour and 15 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 1 hour to 1 hour and 15 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
VoiceMap App for Android and iOS
Lifetime access to this tour in English
Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route
Smartphone and headphones
Transportation
Food and drink
Meeting Points
Departure
Durham Market Place
The tour starts in Durham Market Place. Before arrival, please install the VoiceMap mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. This is a self-guided audio tour that you can start, pause, or restart at any time and complete at your own pace.
Return
Durham Cathedral
The tour ends outside the Durham Cathedral.
Important Information
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Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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The tour starts in Durham Market Place. You'll learn about the square's history, how to use the VoiceMap app which you'll use to take the tour and why there's a statue of Neptune in the square.
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Framwellgate Bridge
The tour takes you over the Framwellgate Bridge. From the bridge, you'll have a great view of Durham Castle which you'll learn about.
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Durham Riverside Walk
The tour takes you along a section of the Durham Riverside Walk. You'll hear more about the city's history and have a wonderful view of the cathedral.
4
Prebends Bridge
You'll cross over the Prebends Bridge, learn about its origin and what it's named after.
5
St Mary the Less
You'll stop briefly outside the St Mary the Less church and learn why it's called "the less." You'll hear about the church before continuing with the tour.
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Palace Green Library
The tour stops on Palace Green where you'll hear more about the city's history and the buildings surrounding the Palace Green.
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Durham Cathedral
The tour ends in front of Durham Cathedral. You'll hear the history and a few stories about the cathedral.
Durham’s Landmarks and Legends: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
(35) Reviews
County Durham
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About
This self-guided walking tour takes you on a journey through time to explore the dramatic peninsula of Durham city.
You’ll make your way from the bustling heart of the city, along tranquil riverside footpaths and medieval bridges, to the world-famous Durham Cathedral. You’ll see some of the most spectacular vantage points around, and hear tales of St. Cuthbert and his miraculous journey to the city roughly 300 years after his death! Along the way, you’ll encounter the legendary kings and ferocious rivalries that have shaped Durham since Anglo-Saxon times.
From wealthy and eccentric Prince Bishops to humble locals, you’ll meet the people who have made the city what it is today. Allow an ho...
Highlights
From 1 hour to 1 hour and 15 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 1 hour to 1 hour and 15 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
VoiceMap App for Android and iOS
Lifetime access to this tour in English
Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route
Smartphone and headphones
Transportation
Food and drink
Meeting Points
Departure
Durham Market Place
The tour starts in Durham Market Place. Before arrival, please install the VoiceMap mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. This is a self-guided audio tour that you can start, pause, or restart at any time and complete at your own pace.
