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Bradbury Mountain State Park

Bradbury Mountain State Park

3
Pownal · 9.3km from Durham
Pineland Farms

Pineland Farms

3
New Gloucester · 13.4km from Durham
Desert of Maine

Desert of Maine

2.9
Freeport · 12.8km from Durham
Maine Beer Company

Maine Beer Company

3
Freeport · 14.8km from Durham
Androscoggin Swinging Bridge

Androscoggin Swinging Bridge

2.8
Brunswick · 13.5km from Durham
Cedar Haven Family Campground

Cedar Haven Family Campground

2.5
Freeport · 9.9km from Durham
Freeport / Durham KOA Holiday

Freeport / Durham KOA Holiday

2.4
Durham · 5.3km from downtown
Beaver Park

Beaver Park

2.4
Lisbon · 6.1km from Durham
Sabattus Disc Golf Course & Pro Shop

Sabattus Disc Golf Course & Pro Shop

2.5
Sabattus · 11.7km from Durham
FunZ Trampoline Park

FunZ Trampoline Park

2.8
Lewiston · 14.2km from Durham

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Maine Wildlife Park

Maine Wildlife Park

3.2
Gray · 18.7km from Durham
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Portland Walking Food Tour – Warm Donuts, History & Hidden Gems

Portland Walking Food Tour – Warm Donuts, History & Hidden Gems

4.7/5
81 reviews
Departs from Portland
Free cancellationDuration: 2 hrsEnglish
From£51.81
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14D12N • London + Cambridge + York + Whitby + Edinburgh + Manchester + Cotswolds + Oxford

Level 3
14D12N • London + Cambridge + York + Whitby + Edinburgh + Manchester + Cotswolds + Oxford

Punt in Cambridge, explore the medieval lanes of York and the gothic charm of Whitby, savour tea at Edinburgh Castle, wander the Cotswolds villages, and enjoy free days in London. | Enjoy high-value hotel accommodations throughout your journey, dedicated car service, and concierge one-on-one service. | Enjoy dedicated private transfers with professional drivers and customer support for a worry-free journey.
EnglishGuaranteed departureOptional transferChoose your hotelPrivate Tours
From GBP 4,081
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10D9N • Great British and Irish Route

Level 3
10D9N • Great British and Irish Route

English/SpanishNo mandatory shoppingGroup Tours
From GBP 1,882
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Portland, Maine: Hidden Histories Guided Walking Tour
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Portland, Maine: Hidden Histories Guided Walking Tour

5.0/5
· 8 reviews
Duration: 2 hrs
English
Free cancellation
Book now for tomorrow
5% off
Limited-time sale
From£38.25£40.27
Portland, Maine: Hidden Histories Guided Walking Tour
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Portland, Maine: Hidden Histories Guided Walking Tour

4.9/5
· 247 reviews
Duration: 2 hrs
Free cancellation
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100 consecutive positive reviews
From£40.26
Portland, Maine: 2-Hour Guided History Tour
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Portland, Maine: 2-Hour Guided History Tour

5.0/5
· 39 reviews
Duration: 2 hrs
Free cancellation
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39 consecutive positive reviews
5% off
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From£35.42£37.29
A Walk Through Time Tour in Portland
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A Walk Through Time Tour in Portland

4.9/5
· 105 reviews
Duration: 2 hrs
Free cancellation
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33 consecutive positive reviews
From£36.53
Camden, Maine: Day Sails aboard Schooner Surprise
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Camden, Maine: Day Sails aboard Schooner Surprise

5.0/5
· 21 reviews
Duration: 2 hrs
Free cancellation
21 consecutive positive reviews
5% off
Limited-time sale
From£51.57£54.29
Portland: Walking Food Tour – Warm Donuts & History
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Portland: Walking Food Tour – Warm Donuts & History

5.0/5
· 24 reviews
Duration: 2 hrs
Free cancellation
24 consecutive positive reviews
5% off
Limited-time sale
From£48.87£51.45
Maine Coastal Lighthouse:Two-hour bicycle tour
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Maine Coastal Lighthouse:Two-hour bicycle tour

4.9/5
· 12 reviews
Duration: 2 hrs
Free cancellation
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5% off
Limited-time sale
From£53.14£55.94

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Group Tours in Durham

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9D8N • Aonghus Youth

Level 39D8N • Aonghus Youth

English/SpanishNo mandatory shoppingGroup Tours
From GBP 1,285
17D16N • Unbelievable Adventure

Level 317D16N • Unbelievable Adventure

English/SpanishNo mandatory shoppingGroup Tours
From GBP 2,843
15D14N • France, England, Scotland and Ireland with Paris and Rouen

Level 315D14N • France, England, Scotland and Ireland with Paris and Rouen

English/SpanishNo mandatory shoppingGroup Tours
From GBP 2,513
13D12N • Scotland, Ireland, and Southern England with London

Level 313D12N • Scotland, Ireland, and Southern England with London

English/SpanishNo mandatory shoppingGroup Tours
From GBP 2,313
12D11N • Extensive United Kingdom and Ireland end Dublin

Level 312D11N • Extensive United Kingdom and Ireland end Dublin

English/SpanishNo mandatory shoppingGroup Tours
From GBP 2,007
19D18N • Electrifying Europe

Level 319D18N • Electrifying Europe

English/SpanishNo mandatory shoppingGroup Tours
From GBP 2,982
20D19N • London, the Highlands, Ireland, and Southern England

Level 320D19N • London, the Highlands, Ireland, and Southern England

English/SpanishNo mandatory shoppingGroup Tours
From GBP 3,685
11D10N • United Kingdom and Brittany with Rouen

Level 311D10N • United Kingdom and Brittany with Rouen

English/SpanishNo mandatory shoppingGroup Tours
From GBP 1,917

Free things to do in Durham

Harvard University

Harvard University

7.5
4.5/5
572 reviews
United States · Cambridge
Bowdoin College Museum of Art

Bowdoin College Museum of Art

2.5
Brunswick · 14.6km from Durham
Quincy Market

Quincy Market

6.9
4.2/5
203 reviews
United States · Boston

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What are the recommended tours and excursions in Durham?

When choosing a tour, start with how much time you have and the kind of experience you're looking for. Trending options right now include Portland, Maine: Hidden Histories Guided Walking Tour, Portland, Maine: Hidden Histories Guided Walking Tour, and Portland, Maine: 2-Hour Guided History Tour. Check the real-time availability and itinerary before you book.

As of 4 November 2026, the reference price for day tours and activities in Durham is around GBP 35.42 – GBP 53.14. Rates vary by duration, group size, transport, tickets, meals, and any special admission requirements. Before you book, please confirm the billing currency and whether the price is quoted per person or per group.

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