1 hour
E-voucher
English
Overview
Explore downtown Durham with a historian guide offering in-depth context on the city’s development. Learn how Durham evolved from a tobacco hub into a center for innovation, while viewing key architecture and cultural sights. Led by a museum professional, this walking tour provides clear, well-researched insights and a structured way to understand Durham beyond surface-level visits.
Operated by
Triangle Walking Tours
Ratings & Reviews
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Fun walk around Durham
Roving09212848285, May 2026
Very interesting tour about the role of tobacco in Durham’s history. Andrew wa a great host and knows his history.
Excellent overview of Raleigh's interesting and amazing history
505nancyi, May 2026
We participated in this tour today with Andrew who is both very knowledgeable and charismatic. He managed to cover a lot of history and fun facts on buildings and people. I was especially amazed by his story about Anna Julia Cooper, a woman born into slavery who earned a PhD and became an educator, commonly known as the "Mother of Black Feminism". Thank you, Andrew for an excellent tour!
Walking Tour of Durham
V4445JLroberto, Apr 2026
This is an excellent way to learn about the history of Durham. The guide is very knowledgeable and informative. Well worth the time and money.
Great historical Durham tour
evabO2591SR, Apr 2026
What a great one hour tour! We really enjoyed the history of Durham as told by Andrew who is just brimming with knowledge and fun facts about the area. Highly recommend! Well worth the price. Just know you have to meet him by the water tower within the square of the complex. We had a bit of an issue finding him but he called us and we connected.
Itinerary
Durham
Tour attendees will travel throughout the historic downtown of Durham North Carolina and view multiple historic sites. Some of these sites include the Duke Tobacco Factory, American Tobacco Co. Factory, W.T. Blackwell Factory, Old Hill Banking Building, Durham Armory, Carolina Theater, Snow Building, and more.
1 hour
Experience
Highlights
Inclusions
- Each site includes an informative story from the historian guide
- A fun and exciting tour through Durham's History
Additional Information
- Service animals allowed
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Wheelchair accessible
- 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.