Pub and History Tour Durham City

Price From: £40

About: Explore Durham like a local and uncover its fascinating stories with an experienced guide. This unique tour takes you through Durham’s rich history and legendary sites, with stops at four classic pubs where you’ll sample locally crafted cask ales – all included in your ticket.

Highlights:

• Guided Tour with Local Insight – Learn about Durham’s history, folklore, and hidden tales from a seasoned guide.
• UNESCO World Heritage Site – Wander through Palace Green, marvel at Durham’s UNESCO World Heritage Site, and hear about the influential Prince Bishops of Durham.
• 4 Half Pints of Cask Ale Included – Savor Durham’s finest ales with four half pints included in the experience.

Full Tour Itinerary:

• Market Place – Begin in the heart of Durham, where stories of the buildings and historic figures that shaped the city come alive. A short stroll brings us to our first pub stop.
• Saddler Street – Enjoy a cask ale and hear tales of history and folklore surrounding this historic area.
• Palace Green – Stroll through the UNESCO World Heritage Site, learning about Durham’s origins and the influential Prince Bishops.
• Kingsgate Bridge & Elvet Borough – Cross the iconic bridge to reach our next pub in Elvet, where more tales await over a pint.
• Hallgarth Street – Uncover the borough’s history in a historic pub, where local legends and stories come to life.
• Durham Crown Court – Delve into Durham’s darker history, with chilling stories of infamous criminals, executions, and the city’s prison past.
• Old Elvet – Our third pub stop brings us to Old Elvet, a street rich in stories and folklore that perfectly pairs with a taste of local ale.
• Elvet Bridge – The tour concludes with a final drink in a popular city-centre pub, close to a range of dining options and just a short walk back to Market Place.

Details:

• Duration: Approximately 3 hours
• Meeting Point: Durham Market Place
• Price: Includes four half pints of cask ale