Play the city game of Durham
An interactive adventure through Durham. Join the Order of the Secret Map, solve puzzles and uncover highlights and hidden gems at your own pace.
No app to install, no account — tap and you're playing, right in your browser. The first stops are free.
- In your browser
- No download
- No account
- First stops free
- In your language
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3.8 km · 1.0 km back to the starting point.
The story
The Order of the Secret Map
Welcome, Explorer. The Order of the Hidden Map has opened a path through Durham that ordinary visitors never truly see. Wander beneath the soaring cathedral arches, across the emerald sweep of Palace Green, and over bridges where the river glides in silence. Here, every stone whispers a tale and sunlight dances on ancient glass.
A glimpse of the story — discover the rest while playing.
About this city walk
Discover Durham on a self-guided walking tour
Our interactive walking tour of Durham blends a classic city walk with an escape game. You get a real tour guide in your pocket that takes you past the must-see landmarks of Durham and the hidden gems only locals know.
No schedules, no group, no headset. You play the city walk whenever you want, at your own pace. Perfect for things to do in Durham — solo, with friends, with kids, or as an activity for a city break, bachelor party or team outing.
Along the way you solve puzzles and uncover the mystery of The Order of the Secret Map. A unique way to get to know Durham — more than a regular walking tour, and a fraction of the price of a live guide.
Why players love CityWalkGems
At your pace
No schedules or groups. Start, pause and resume whenever you want.
Highlights + gems
The must-sees plus spots even locals sometimes miss.
Story in every street
History and mystery woven through the city itself.
A fraction of a guide
A real private guide in your pocket, for a fraction of the price.
Zero hassle
No download, no account, no waiting. Open the link and you're playing.
What you'll see in Durham
Welcome, Explorer. The Order of the Hidden Map has opened a path through Durham that ordinary visitors never truly see. Wander beneath the soaring cathedral arches, across the emerald sweep of Palace Green, and over bridges where the river glides in silence. Here, every stone whispers a tale and sunlight dances on ancient glass.
Along the way you'll pass Palace Green, Durham Cathedral and Durham Castle — and beyond these highlights you'll discover plenty more, including 7 hidden gems in Durham that only locals know about.
Ready for the adventure?
Start your mission in Durham
Play right now in your browser — no download, no account.
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