E-voucher
English
Free Cancellation
Overview
Explore Durham’s highlights and history with maximum flexibility on this self-guided audio walking tour. Download the lifetime-access smartphone app and follow the directions to each landmark as you hear tales and legends of the city’s past and meet the characters who shaped its destiny. Admire elegant Market Place, follow riverside trails, and take in the stunning Cathedral as the commentary proffers insight and detail you could easily miss otherwise.
Operated by
VoiceMap
Ratings & Reviews
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Do it at your own pace tour!
Lhilljones, Jul 2026
We were too late to book onto a walking tour so chose this self guided tour instead. Saw things we’d have missed if we didn’t have it. Stunning views. Takes an hour. Medium walking route - steps and some hilly bits - fine for us. App itself sometimes froze or said we were lost so you need to be a bit tech aware to use it. Very glad we did it, thank you.
Fabulous!
marelli001, May 2026
A fabulous audio tour of Durham. Intimate and flexible. Well worth it as you can do it at your own pace.
great
Jet13322063462, May 2026
lovely tour around durham great to see all the sights
Path closure stopped tour!
809KeithB, Sept 2025
The app download was problematic. Unfortunately the pathway at the second part of the route was closed for repairs (16th September at 11:00am) which threw the walking plan so after only a few minutes we were unable to complete the tour. The path closure was not the fault of VoiceMap tours so they cannot be blamed for the situation but it was zero value for money as it transpired.
Response from Host, Sept 2025
Hi there, I'm sorry that you were unhappy with your experience. When you were having difficulties, did you contact VoiceMap support via email or telephone? We are contactable by both telephone and email, so please reach out to us so we can provide alternative route options if possible. We also provide a map to the tour on your screen, which is especially helpful if there are any untimely closures. Once again, I'm sorry for the experience you had. Best, Helene
Itinerary
The tour starts in Durham Market Place. You'll learn about the square's history, how to use the VoiceMap app which you'll use to take the tour and why there's a statue of Neptune in the square.
Framwellgate Bridge
The tour takes you over the Framwellgate Bridge. From the bridge, you'll have a great view of Durham Castle which you'll learn about.
Durham Riverside Walk
The tour takes you along a section of the Durham Riverside Walk. You'll hear more about the city's history and have a wonderful view of the cathedral.
Prebends Bridge
You'll cross over the Prebends Bridge, learn about its origin and what it's named after.
You'll stop briefly outside the St Mary the Less church and learn why it's called "the less." You'll hear about the church before continuing with the tour.
Palace Green Library
The tour stops on Palace Green where you'll hear more about the city's history and the buildings surrounding the Palace Green.
Durham Cathedral
The tour ends in front of Durham Cathedral. You'll hear the history and a few stories about the cathedral.
Experience
Highlights
Inclusions
- VoiceMap App for Android and iOS
- Lifetime access to this tour in English
- Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
Exclusions
- Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route
- Smartphone and headphones
- Transportation
- Food and drink
Additional Information
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- 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.