Guided Walking Tour of Durham & its Infamous Characters

Departure Point Coming from Market Place cross the bridge towards the Gala Theatre then turn left onto Millennium Place and you will see your guide usually equipped with an umbrella and always with a backpack standing by the statue of pilgrims carrying St Cuthbert's coffin in front of Clayport Library. Return Details If people with mobility concerns are joining our tour we also offer a shorter distance route which ends on Palace Green with a view of the Cathedral and the Castle the tourist information access to the shuttle bus for Durham Rail Station and plenty of pick up space for drivers. The tour will drop you off in the very centre of Durham close by shops the Prince Bishops Parking Centre and bus and rail stations. Duration 1 hour and 30 minutes Languages Available Human tour guide - English Points of Interest Stop At: Durham Market Place Durham Indoor Market Market Place Durham At the heart of Durham's historic old town your guide will tell the story of Lord Londonderry whose statue dominates the scenery and Durham's mining heritage. Duration: 10 minutes Stop At: Elvet Bridge Elvet Bridge Durham Situated on the winding River Wear above the former dungeons of Durham Elvet Bridge sets the scene for the story of Jimmy Allen the People's Piper who had a nightclub named after him. Duration: 7 minutes Stop At: Old Elvet Old Elvet Durham Home to the stunning Hotel Indigo and Prison Green where convicts were executed in Durham the historic street of Old Elvet is where travellers will hear about Britain's first (and most notorious) female serial killer. Duration: 5 minutes Stop At: Durham Castle Palace Green Durham Part of the famous UNESCO World Heritage Site Durham's impressive Norman castle is now home to students but also allegedly to two mysterious ghosts... Duration: 7 minutes Stop At: Durham Cathedral The College Durham Durham's UNESCO World Heritage Site landmark is located opposite the castle. The Cathedral IS Durham's skyline and your guide will tell you about one peculiar saint who is buried there and had a college named after him. Duration: 10 minutes Stop At: Prebends Bridge Durham With a view once painted by none other than William Turner himself Prebends Bridge leads the travellers to an inconspicuous object which might have inspired a certain C.S. Lewis one cold winter... Duration: 5 minutes Stop At: River Wear Elvet Waterside Durham Along the banks of the River Wear a famous local legend was spun involving a knight a dragon a witch and a curse. Here travellers can enjoy one of the postcard views of Durham Cathedral and the Old Corn Mill by the Riverside. Duration: 7 minutes Stop At: Framwellgate Bridge Silver Street Durham Leading up to Silver Street your guide will tell the story of Durham's own Dick Whittington and his shiny fortune. Just mind the seagulls! Duration: 7 minutes Additional Information Wheelchair accessible Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Service animals allowed Public transportation options are available nearby Transportation options are wheelchair accessible All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible Suitable for all physical fitness levels Inclusions Expert in Local History & Folklore Voucher Info Mobile or paper ticket accepted The tour identified in this promotion is made available through Viator. Groupon is not affiliated with or sponsored by the Characterful Durham Tour in connection with this deal. Please contact Groupon customer service for all inquiries related to this offer. Inquiries placed to Viator will be directed back to Groupon. This offer is not eligible for promo codes.