Durham

Durham Luggage Storage Durham Station

Experience the freedom of exploring without the extra weighting in Durham. Our luggage storage service ensures your belongings are secure, allowing you to enjoy the wonders of your destination with peace of mind. Whether you're waiting for a late flight, have arrived early for your stay, or simply want to explore without the burden of your bags, our service is the perfect solution. Store your bags at prime locations near major attractions, transport hubs, and popular areas, making your travel experience smoother and more enjoyable.

Dark Durham Tour

Delve into the darker side of Durham's past as we discover the gruesome, shocking and tragic tales of our city's rich history. From the medieval prisons, castle and cathedral to the city's historic pubs, we explore the hauntings, crimes, deadly battles and saintly miracles that add mystery and character to our beautiful little city.

Durham Food Tour

Discover hidden gems of Durham as you stroll along the cobbled streets and along the beautiful riverside. Your afternoon kicks off with samples from a selection independent traders within Durham Indoor Market. You will then experience an eclectic mix of dining styles as we start to work our way through starter, main and dessert courses. It would be unthinkable not to stop and take in the breath taking views of Durham Cathedral and Castle! All food and drinks are included on this tour.

Durham True Crime Tour

A vicious murder committed by a secretive cult, a gangster drama to rival the Godfather, and one of the most controversial murder trials in American history which still divides the people of North Carolina to this day. These chilling true stories and more await you on the Durham True Crime Tour.

Durham Dash Scavenger Hunt

Our very unique, immersive adventures are the only ones of their kind. We, unlike other companies, provide your very own remote, interactive, live host to assist and encourage you along through your phone. We are an Austin, TX‐based global custom event design company offering scavenger hunts and other events in 300+ cities in North America and beyond. Our specially hand‐crafted adventures are equal parts tour, creative challenge, detective hunt, and social experiment! Guests get to discover in an alternate reality our favorite hidden gems off the beaten trail and creatively interpret fun art, history, and culture clues — for points! They get to enjoy fame and glory while appearing on our website’s international leaderboard, no matter what their score. They get to essentially race other teams in other cities, even if they don’t have competitors who have signed up in their city that day. Get ready to discover unusual oddities, laugh out loud, and make the experience your own!

Private Durham Walking Tour

Cut out the crowds, and discover Durham with your own private guide—a local expert who knows the city well. You’ll get insights into the cathedral quarter, the historic university, and the medieval history of the city as you walk, and learn about Durham’s industrial development through the ages, too. Extra bonus: the operator remains committed to ensuring any Covid‐19 policies are adhered to on the tours.

Durham Full City Tour

All of the features of the History Tour plus more! Here we explore the wider city and uncover some hidden gems. Learn about the ‘King in the North’ — the legendary St. Oswald — who returned from exile to reclaim his father's Northumbrian lands and establish a legacy that paved the way for Cuthbert and the Durham story. We also take a look at the dark side of Durham as we explore the prisons, executions and hauntings that add to the mystery and intrigue of the city. Finally, a tour of Durham would not be complete without delving into its rich coal mining heritage and the local people who are at the heart of the Durham story.

Durham Full Day Tour

Fully immerse yourself in the amazing history and culture of Durham on this private full day tour. You will walk the cobbled streets, bridges and beautiful riverside paths whilst learning about 1,000 years of history. From saints and Prince Bishops to the darker side of our history, there are stories in abundance. During the tour you will be guided around the magnificent Durham Cathedral and Durham Castle which will bring to life the history that you will learn about on the walking tour. You will stop for coffee and cake at one of the city's atmospheric cafe's and later in the day drink a beer in one of our many historic pubs. Your local guide has ran Walkabout Durham tours for five years whilst also teaching geography and history. We are delighted to launch this new tour‐ bring all the best of Walkabout Durham to you in one day.

Durham City Half‐Day Tour

Discover the enchantingly charming town of Durham on a 3.5‐hour guided escapade through its narrow, atmospheric streets. A friendly guide will bring the local history to life with expert storytelling and a healthy dollop of northern wit. The tour reaches its breathtaking pinnacle at the dramatic Durham Cathedral, one of the first English sites to be awarded the UNESCO World Heritage status – and just one look will tell you why. But, wait till you see the inside!

Wonderful Durham – Family Walking Tour

Embark on a fascinating two‐hour family walking tour of Durham, immersing yourselves in the city’s rich history and cultural treasures. Begin your journey at Crook Hall, a medieval manor house with a beautiful story behind it. Admire the enchanting St Margaret of Antioch Church, and cross the iconic Framwellgate Bridge, offering stunning views of the River Wear. Discover the awe‐inspiring Durham Cathedral, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and its neighboring Durham Castle, a magnificent Norman fortress. Walk along the picturesque Elvet Bridge and pass by St Nicholas’ Church, known as St Nic’s, to experience the city’s religious heritage. Stroll down the vibrant High Street, lined with historic buildings, shops, and eateries, before exploring the lively Durham Market Hall, a hub of local activity. This family‐friendly walking tour will captivate both young and old, providing an unforgettable glimpse into Durham’s fascinating past and vibrant present.