2 hours
E-voucher
English
Overview
With almost 1,000 years of recorded history, Durham has racked up ghostly residents aplenty. Start your evening off with a dose of the chills on this dark walking tour that covers ghosts, criminals, rebellions, executions—and even a miracle. Discover secret cemeteries, morbid dungeons, haunted bridges, and a pub with a dark past. Your guide is also happy to provide recommendations for where to go next.
Operated by
Walkabout Durham
Ratings & Reviews
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Brilliant 90 minutes
stevewZ4151LX, Apr 2026
We stopped off in Durham on way home, while fairly familiar with North East, didn’t know much about Durham. Oh boy has that now changed. Met Peter our guideline the market square for what turned out to be a superb tour of the city and its history, the good the bad and the weird. Expertly told and re counted. Some stand outs for me were saint Cuthbert and his journey and various ‘miracles’ he performed. DUrham prison, not least as it was the location of one of my favourite films McVicar. All in all a brilliant 90 minutes in the company of a brilliant host, thank you Peter. Highly recommended.
Great company
Georgina C, Mar 2026
Just 2 of us on the tour which made it very conversational and informal. A great selection of stories as we walked around the centre of historic Durham. The 90 minutes went really fast. Highly recommended.
Enjoyable
Ian_C, Mar 2026
A pleasant walk around a visually impressive city with a knowledgable and entertaining guide. Interesting and insightful, packed with often quirky details.
Great tour
Chantel_D, Mar 2026
The guide was very knowledgeable and the history of Durham was amazing. Very enjoyable, definitely recommend
Itinerary
Durham Market Place
The darker side of the social history of Durham. From coal mining to hidden cemeteries.
10 minutesFramwellgate Bridge
Tales of escaped prisoners and Prince Bishops in the brutal early Norman period.
10 minutesDurham Cathedral
Learn about saintly miracles and tales of the dungeon that lay beneath the cathedral.
10 minutesPalace Green Library
Hear stories of ghosts from the castle, medieval burial grounds, deadly rebellion and modern miracles, all whilst witnessing magnificent views of the UNESCO World Heritage site of the castle and cathedral.
15 minutesKingsgate Footbridge
Learn the gruesome story behind this site’s namesake whilst enjoying some divisive 20th century architecture.
10 minutesDurham
Durham’s 200 year old prison has been ‘home’ to some of England’s most infamous criminals. Learn about how prisoners exercised, escaped and were executed.
10 minutesThe Dun Cow
The oldest pub in the city. The perfect location for locals to have a good old day out and enjoy a hanging from the gallows.
10 minutesElvet Bridge
The tour reaches it’s finale beneath Elvet Bridge. Hear the tragic tales of some of the city’s previous occupants…some of whom are still believed to be around today.
15 minutes
Experience
Highlights
Inclusions
- Provide City center recommendations.
Additional Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Guide Languages
English
Cancellation Policy
A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.