The Secret City Walking Tour

Meet your tour guide at the red post-box in front of the Carlisle Tourist Information Centre (The Old Town Hall) to begin a relaxed and easy stroll around the heart of the historic city centre.

Tickets are priced at £8 for adults, children aged 5-15 free. MyCumbria Card holders receive a £2 discount for themselves and for up to four guests. You will also receive a voucher for a complimentary tea or coffee at Watts Coffee Shops, valid in 2025. Booking is essential via the Carlisle Tourist Information Centre, either in person or over the phone on 01228 598596. This tour is run by Open Book Visitor Guiding – Great Guided Tours, established in 1979. For further information contact Great Guided Tours by phone on 01228 670578 / 07775 603397 or email at carol@greatguidedtours.co.uk.

Share the Festivities

Hear some wonderful stories of famous people, historic events, and places that you wouldn’t know about or places you may not notice unless you are on this guided tour. Tours take place: Monday 21 April (Easter Monday) Monday 5 May (Bank Holiday Monday) Every Monday from July to September Monday 27 October Depart 1pm. The tour lasts for 2 hours. Tours are suitable for wheelchairs, etc. Please mention this when you book so that the route can be changed a little to ensure everyone has a good experience. Well behaved dogs are also welcome.