Best Walking Tours in Middlesbrough 2025

Middlesbrough , Yorkshire

From $ 13.76

This tour is not just about Durham, the place, but its people and the stories behind them. From Durham's Narnia connection to its mining heritage, from dragons & saints to a serial killer, this city is full of stories you won't forget. Travellers, students and locals alike are guaranteed to discover something new about Durham while enjoying breathtaking views of the cathedral and historic city centre. The tour is family friendly and offers a fully accessible route. Your guide is an enthusiastic local resident, Durham University graduate, and expert in all things Durham, past and present.

Middlesbrough , Yorkshire

From $ 110.06

Your friendly guide will meet you at 11:30am at Durham’s Market Place and take you on a culinary journey as you explore the city’s rich history and vibrant food scene. Wander its charming cobbled streets and along the picturesque riverside while enjoying a carefully curated dining experience. You will visit four of Durham’s best bars and restaurants, sampling a variety of sumptuous dishes and drinks. Stop by the famous indoor market to taste local produce, and take in stunning views of Durham Cathedral and Castle.

Middlesbrough , Yorkshire

From $ 22.01

While strolling along cobbled streets and riverside footpaths, you will view some of the world's best architecture and encounter gripping tales of the kings, Prince Bishops and local people who have made Durham one of England's most fascinating, and historically significant, cities. Our History Tour will take you from the bustling heart of the Market Place to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of the castle.

Middlesbrough , Yorkshire

From $ 55.03

Ken Bradshaw is a professionally trained tour guide holding the Blue Badge for North East England and will bring your tour alive as I will tailor it to fit your personal interests. We will walk through the medieval historical streets and along the River Wear showing you the highlights of this beautiful historic city. Quirky backstreets, canny views and topical points of interest will be available to view. We will see the colleges of one of the greatest learning institutions in the world: Durham University and discover the lives of countless characters such as the little Count of Poland who played his fiddle in the Victorian theatre, some of the powerful Prince Bishops and the notorious coal baron, 3rd Marquis of Londonderry whose statue dominates Durham market place. Check out my website and view my videos of the beautiful landscape of County Durham and north east England

Middlesbrough , Yorkshire

From $ 9.99

It’s not easy journeying to Whitby, so it’s important to make the most of your time here. On this self-guided GPS audio tour, I'll introduce you to major local characters, engrossing legends and hidden treasures in this historic town, over a millennium in the making. Whether this is your first visit or your thirtieth, this tour is certain to make you look at Whitby in a new light. It also provides an ideal introduction to sites like the Whitby Abbey, the Captain Cook Memorial Museum and the Endeavour Experience, which you can return to at the end of the tour. On this tour, you'll hear about: • Some of the greatest voyages of exploration of all time • Why people once thought the town was infested with serpents • How Whitby jet, a gemstone, inspired the novel Dracula • An illiterate poet • Why there’s a polar bear in the town centre • Why the houses with the best views were some of the cheapest • The Hand of Glory and where to find it

Middlesbrough , Yorkshire

From $ 9.99

This self-guided walking tour takes you on a journey through time to explore the dramatic peninsula of Durham city. You’ll make your way from the bustling heart of the city, along tranquil riverside footpaths and medieval bridges, to the world-famous Durham Cathedral. You’ll see some of the most spectacular vantage points around, and hear tales of St. Cuthbert and his miraculous journey to the city roughly 300 years after his death! Along the way, you’ll encounter the legendary kings and ferocious rivalries that have shaped Durham since Anglo-Saxon times. From wealthy and eccentric Prince Bishops to humble locals, you’ll meet the people who have made the city what it is today. Allow an hour for the tour without any additional stops but you can pause the tour whenever you want for refreshments enroute. You'll need to download the tour onto the VoiceMap app which uses your location to move the story along at the right time and place. The tour can also be enjoyed virtually at home.

Middlesbrough , Yorkshire

From $ 41.27

Combine two of the best things about Durham in one tour- its history and its pubs! See the stunning architecture in the heart of the historic city centre and discover the tales of conquest, miracles and tragedy that makes Durham truly unique. Add to this four stops in atmospheric and historic pubs to enjoy some real cask ale and you have the perfect walking tour.

Middlesbrough , Yorkshire

From $ 31.64

All of the features of the History Tour plus more! Here we explore the wider city and uncover some hidden gems. Learn about the ‘King in the North’ - the legendary St. Oswald - who returned from exile to reclaim his father's Northumbrian lands and establish a legacy that paved the way for Cuthbert and the Durham story. We also take a look at the dark side of Durham as we explore the prisons, executions and hauntings that add to the mystery and intrigue of the city. Finally, a tour of Durham would not be complete without delving into its rich coal mining heritage and the local people who are at the heart of the Durham story.

Middlesbrough , Yorkshire

From $ 22.01

Delve into the darker side of Durham's past as we discover the gruesome, shocking and tragic tales of our city's rich history. From the medieval prisons, castle and cathedral to the city's historic pubs, we explore the hauntings, crimes, deadly battles and saintly miracles that add mystery and character to our beautiful little city.

Middlesbrough , Yorkshire

From $ 268.28

The safety & health of our guests are always of paramount importance to us. Following the Coronavirus (Covid-19) pandemic of 2020, we are ensuring more policies are in place & adhered to during all our tours. Your local expert will give you a unique insight into Durham, the cathedral quarter, university (it's the third oldest on England!) and the medieval history of this amazing city. Explore old and new and understand how Durham has developed from ecclesiastical heartland of a nation, industrial prowess and decline right through to the grand university city it is tiday.

Middlesbrough , Yorkshire

From $ 8.99

Whitby’s historic East Side has a close affinity with the sea and this self guided audio tour provides an ideal introduction to local pastimes like fishing and rowing as well as the shipwrecks along our shore. You'll never look at the East Side in quite the same way again. You'll hear about: • Whitby’s handcrafted Lucky Ducks • Whitby's fishing heritage • The legend of the Penny Hedge • How Whitby might have inspired one of Charles Dickens' most well-known characters • The German bombardment of the town in 1914 • J. M. W. Turner's roughest sketch • The Whitby Wyrm • How to spot vampire blood I’ll point out some of the quirkiest places to have a drink along the way as well as the viewpoints most people miss. Be sure to pack your camera if you’re into photography!

Middlesbrough , Yorkshire

From $ 5.00

Step inside one of the world’s greatest Norman buildings, a fortress-church born from a legendary journey, and unlock its fascinating stories on this self-guided audio tour of Durham Cathedral. Your journey begins outside with the charming legend of the Dun Cow, which led monks to this very spot. Next, we pause at the North Door to uncover the life-or-death secrets of the famous Sanctuary Knocker. Know more about the incredible story of St. Cuthbert followers. Inside, discover the awe-inspiring 'forest of stone' and marvel at the revolutionary pointed arches that changed architecture forever. Learn about the powerful Prince-Bishops who ruled the north and visit the tomb of the Venerable Bede, the father of English history. The climax of your tour is the sacred Shrine of St. Cuthbert—the very reason this magnificent cathedral was built. Whether you’re a history buff or simply curious about England's past, you’ll leave with a deeper appreciation for this iconic landmark.