Durham - Cathedral and Old City Private Tour
Overview
A day tour to one of the most beautiful and historic small cities in Britain. Famous for its magnificent cathedral, castle, winding streets and old market places and with wonderful views of the river far below. Durham is not to be missed!
What's Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Private tour
- Durham Cathedral Volunteer Charge
- Durham Castle (not always open but usually open)
- Professional guide
- Local guide
- Food and drinks
- If meeting in Newcastle the train will be about £5
Meeting and Pickup
I can meet you at your hotel in Durham and we can go off on foot from there. Similarly with Newcastle with a short trip on the train.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
What To Expect
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Durham Castle
1 hour Admission Ticket Included
Durham Cathedral
1 minute Admission Ticket Included
Durham Market Hall
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Durham
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Durham Market Place
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Framwellgate Bridge
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
5 The College, Library (Heritage Collections)
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Museum of Archaeology • Durham University
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Dress code is smart casual
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Activity code: C-8607P19
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (GMT).
- Hotel pickup and drop-off.
- Private tour.
- Durham Cathedral Volunteer Charge.
- Durham Castle (not always open but usually open).
- Professional guide.
- Local guide.
- Food and drinks.
- If meeting in Newcastle the train will be about £5.
The minimum age to participate is 15. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Durham - Cathedral and Old City Private Tour is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Durham – Cathedral and Old City Private Tour will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Private tour
- Durham Cathedral Volunteer Charge
- Durham Castle (not always open but usually open)
- Professional guide
- Local guide
- Food and drinks
- If meeting in Newcastle the train will be about £5
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Dress code is smart casual
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
