Durham Walking Tour
Durham, United Kingdom
Why Walk Durham
Durham's Norman cathedral and castle sit on a rocky peninsula almost entirely encircled by the River Wear. The cathedral, built between 1093 and 1133, is considered the finest example of Norman architecture in England and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Its ribbed vaulting was revolutionary for its time. The university, England's third oldest, occupies many of the historic buildings including the castle.
Free Durham Walking Tour with Roamee Pro
Roamee Pro offers a free Durham walking tour with audio narration. Explore Durham Cathedral, Durham Castle, River Wear walk, plus hidden gems like Prebends Bridge and Oriental Museum, without booking a group tour.
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Must-See Stops in Durham
- •Durham Cathedral — a masterpiece of Norman architecture with pioneering ribbed vaults, housing the tomb of St. Cuthbert
- •Durham Castle — a Norman castle now part of the university, with a medieval great hall
- •River Wear walk — a wooded riverside path encircling the peninsula beneath the cathedral
- •Palace Green — the historic green between the cathedral and castle, surrounded by university buildings
Hidden Gems in Durham
- •Prebends Bridge — an 18th-century stone bridge offering the classic view of the cathedral above the trees, painted by Turner
- •Oriental Museum — a university museum with one of northern England's finest collections of Asian art and archaeology
Walking Tip
Walk the river loop around the peninsula — the path passes beneath the cathedral through ancient woodland. The full circuit takes about 45 minutes.
Best Time to Visit
April through October. The cathedral is less crowded on weekday mornings. Durham's Lumiere festival in November transforms the city with light art.
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