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Durham Small Group Walking Tour with a Local Guide
(5) Avis
Durham
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Whenever I arrive in a new city, the most useful thing is always the same: talking to someone who lives there. That’s exactly what this tour offers: a walk through the most historic parts of Durham’s city centre and World Heritage Site, guided by stories from the past and insights from someone who knows the place inside out.
As well as the history of this beautiful city, I’ll share tips on how to make the most of your time here, whether you’re staying for a weekend or just passing through. The tour is updated regularly with current events and goings-on, so you’ll always know what’s happening in the city right now.
It’s the kind of guide I wish I had every time I stepped off a train in a ne...
Points forts
1 heure et 45 minutes
Proposé en Anglais
Annulation gratuite
Billet mobile
1 heure et 45 minutes
Proposé en Anglais
Annulation gratuite
Billet mobile
Ce qui est inclus
There are no entrance fees payable as part of this tour
This tour does not enter Durham Cathedral or Castle.
Points de rendez-vous
Départ
DH1 1WA
The Journey Statue, Millennium Place, Durham DH1 1WA
Retour
Durham Market Place
Durham Small Group Walking Tour with a Local Guide
(5) Avis
Durham
À propos
Whenever I arrive in a new city, the most useful thing is always the same: talking to someone who lives there. That’s exactly what this tour offers: a walk through the most historic parts of Durham’s city centre and World Heritage Site, guided by stories from the past and insights from someone who knows the place inside out.
As well as the history of this beautiful city, I’ll share tips on how to make the most of your time here, whether you’re staying for a weekend or just passing through. The tour is updated regularly with current events and goings-on, so you’ll always know what’s happening in the city right now.
It’s the kind of guide I wish I had every time I stepped off a train in a ne...
Points forts
1 heure et 45 minutes
Proposé en Anglais
Annulation gratuite
Billet mobile
1 heure et 45 minutes
Proposé en Anglais
Annulation gratuite
Billet mobile
Ce qui est inclus
There are no entrance fees payable as part of this tour
This tour does not enter Durham Cathedral or Castle.
Points de rendez-vous
Départ
DH1 1WA
The Journey Statue, Millennium Place, Durham DH1 1WA
Retour
Durham Market Place
Itinéraire
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The Journey
We'll start with the Journey statue which tells the story of the Viking raids which led to the monks of St Cuthbert accidentally founding Durham in 995.
15 minutes
2
Place du marché de Durham
This lively square has been Durham’s civic heart for centuries, home to the historic Market Hall, three fascinating statues, and the beautiful St Nicholas’s Church. We'll talk about where the bodies are buried - literally - and the story of Charles Vane, the worst man in Durham to ever have a statue built to him.
20 minutes
3
Pont de Framwellgate
Having walked down the busy shopping street Silver Street and seen the hidden passageway up to the Cathedral, we'll stop on Framwellgate Bridge to get your first view of the majestic Durham Castle, discussing its fascinating history.
20 minutes
4
Pont des Prébendes
We'll walk along the River Wear path, taking in the fantastic view of the Castle and the Cathedral from below as well as seeing the historic boat houses and mills.
We'll then take in the view that JM Turner made famous of the Cathedral from Prebends Bridge and discuss the famous and infamous Prince Bishops of Durham.
5 minutes
5
The College
We’ll see the best preserved remains of the old city walls, and walk up South Bailey and into the College - today the most exclusive and peaceful part of the city but once the heart of the monastery.
It’s then to the Chorister School - including a photo of some surprising famous ex-pupils - and see the infamous Dark Entry to the Cathedral.
10 minutes
6
Cathédrale de Durham
View of the Cathedral from College Green
15 minutes
7
Château de Durham
Passing into the heart of the World Heritage Site, Palace Green is the historic centre of the old fortified city of Durham. From here we'll get another view of the majestic Cathedral, Castle and the discuss the historic church and university buildings of Palace Green.
5 minutes
8
Passerelle de Kingsgate
We cross the river over the modern masterpiece Kingsgate Footbridge, telling the surprising story of its connection with Sydney Opera House.
0 minute
9
Old Elvet
It's then on to outside His Majesties Prison Durham to talk about a daring escape and an infamous ghost, then on to the lovely Old Council Offices on Old Elvet, where we'll talk about the historic and world famous Durham Miners Gala. Our final stop is Elvet Bridge, home of two of notorious night spots, one with a connection to high politics.
