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Pub and History Tour of Durham with Alcohol Tasting

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Middlesbrough, England
  • 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

Home to almost 1,000 years of history, Durham offers spectacular architecture and atmospheric pubs. Get to the heart of the city without spending hours researching during this small-group walking tour with like-minded adults. From the UNESCO World Heritage–listed castle and cathedral to the historic marketplace and charming bridges, pair sightseeing and socializing. Stop in four pubs, enjoying a half pint (285 milliliters) of beer or cider in each.
  • Enjoy the relaxed pace and laid-back atmosphere of a small-group tour
  • Go where cars can’t on a walking tour of Durham’s historic heart
  • Hear tales from Durham history at sights including the county court
  • Sample cask ales, draft beers, or draft cider in four different pubs

What's Included

  • Alcoholic Beverages
    1/2 pint of cask ale or draught beer/cider included in each pub (4 in total)

    Meeting and Pickup

    Meeting point

    • Market place
      Durham Market Place, Durham DH1 3NJ, UK

      Please meet at 'The Man on the Horse' statue in the centre of the Market Place.

    End point

    • Elvet Bridge, Durham DH1 3AG, UK

    Operating hours
    .5:00 pm

    Itinerary

    1

    Durham Market Place

    15 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

    2

    The Shakespeare

    20 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

    3

    Palace Green

    20 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

    4

    Kingsgate Footbridge

    10 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

    5

    The Victoria

    20 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

    6

    Durham County Court

    15 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

    7

    The Dun Cow

    20 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

    8

    Elvet Bridge

    10 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

    9

    Half Moon Inn

    20 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

    Additional Info

    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • Service animals allowed
    • Near public transportation
    • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
    • Most travelers can participate
    • Over 18's only
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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    Reviews

    5.0
    based on 20 reviews
    Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

    Our guide was very...

    Cari_D, Sep 2025
    Our guide was very knowledgeable about the area and very friendly and welcoming. The pubs he took us to were fun and historical. Great tour!

    Great way to see Durham

    MATTHEW_H, Apr 2025
    Peter is full of knowledge and a fantastic tour guide. The historic pubs add to the stories and the experience of the tour. Highly recommend.

    First visit to Durham

    David_B, May 2024
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    up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)

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