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Durham City Walking Tour
Middlesbrough, Yorkshire, England, United Kingdom
$54.73
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
Overview
Durham City Walking Tour offers a unique glimpse into the rich history and captivating architecture of this historic city. Led by Ken Bradshaw, a Blue Badge tour guide, this engaging experience is tailored to your personal interests.
- 🏰 Discover Durham Cathedral, a 900-year-old Norman-Romanesque marvel known for its pioneering stone vaulted ceiling and the legend of St. Cuthbert's coffin.
- 🏰 Visit Durham Castle, built by William the Conqueror, which has evolved over centuries under the influence of various Prince Bishops.
- 🛍️ Explore Durham Market Place, a vibrant hub established in the 11th century by Prince Bishop Ranuf Flambard, filled with historical buildings and sculptures.
- 🌉 Walk across Elvet Bridge, a 12th-century structure commissioned by Prince Bishop Hugh de Puiset, offering stories of the notorious bagpipe player Jimmy Allen.
- 🌆 Stroll down Saddler Street, a charming Georgian thoroughfare lined with independent shops and restaurants, showcasing the last remnants of the North Gate of Durham fortress.
- 🌅 Admire the view from Prebends Bridge, built in 1776, providing a stunning perspective of Durham Cathedral across the River Wear.
- ☕ Enjoy complimentary coffee and/or tea during your tour, ensuring a comfortable and delightful experience.
- 💳 All fees and taxes are included, making your adventure straightforward and hassle-free.
- ♿ This tour is wheelchair accessible, ensuring everyone can enjoy the sights of Durham.
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Durham City Walking Tour
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 2 hours
- Admission to Durham Market Place, Elvet Bridge, Saddler Street
- All Fees and Taxes
- Admission to Durham Cathedral, Durham Castle
- Coffee and/or Tea
Meeting point
Meet by the man on the horse in Durham Market Place
Return details
Meet by the man on the horse in Durham Market Place
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Durham CathedralA 900 year old Norman-Romanesque cathedral that pioneered stone vaulted ceiling. The story of the monks carrying the coffin of the legendary miracle working monk, St.Cuthbert.
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Durham CastleBuilt on the orders of William the Conqueror, the Durham Fortress quelled the Anglo-Saxons and resisted Scottish attack. Changed over the course of many centuries as successive Prince Bishops of Durham left their own mark.
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Durham Market PlaceCreated by the flamboyant Prince Bishop Ranuf Flambard in the 11th century, the Market Place is a centre of activity and full of interesting buildings, sculptures and historical characters.
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Elvet BridgeA 12th century bridge commissioned by Prince Bishop Hugh de Puiset to open up the lands to the East of Durham. See the remnants of the St.Andrew chantry, hear about the infamous bagpipe player Jimmy Allen and find out what Dominic Cummings did when he was a student at the second worst night club of Europe.
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Saddler StreetSee the magnificent Georgian street full of lovely independent shops and inns/restaurants and some interesting facts quirky street views including the last remaining parts of enormous North Gate of Durham fortress.
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Prebends BridgeBuilt in1776 this bridge affords a fantastic view of Durham Cathedral across the majestic river Wear.
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Durham City Walking Tour
Middlesbrough, Yorkshire, England, United Kingdom
$54.73
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
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You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
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Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!