The Best of York on Foot in a Small Group
Overview
The story of York is the story of England in wood, stone and chocolate. Let our expert guides lead you on a ninety-minute journey through 2000 years, from the arrival of the Romans to the birth of the KitKat. This family-friendly walking tour includes all the key sights - including the Minster and Shambles - though we will also lead you deep into the medieval maze, or Snickelways. This is the secret side of York you would never be able to experience from an open-topped bus!
PLEASE NOTE THAT THE SAFETY OF OUR VISITORS IS OF PARAMOUNT IMPORTANCE: WE PLEDGE TO FOLLOW ALL CURRENT GUIDELINES ON SOCIAL DISTANCING AND TO ENSURE THIS THE TOURS ARE LIMITED TO A CAPACITY OF SIX PEOPLE PER GUIDE.
PLEASE NOTE THAT THE SAFETY OF OUR VISITORS IS OF PARAMOUNT IMPORTANCE: WE PLEDGE TO FOLLOW ALL CURRENT GUIDELINES ON SOCIAL DISTANCING AND TO ENSURE THIS THE TOURS ARE LIMITED TO A CAPACITY OF SIX PEOPLE PER GUIDE.
Inclusions
- Complementary map of York
- Multimedia illustrations accompany the tour - all guides carry iPads
- Personalised greeting sign at the meeting point
What to expect
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: St. Mary's Abbey, Museum Gardens Museum Street, York YO1 7FR England
The magnificent ruins of the largest abbey in northern England
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Museum Gardens Museum Street, York YO1 7FR England
A stunning Victorian botanic garden containing the standing remains of the Roman fortress - the place where York began!
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: York Minster, Minster Yard Deangate, York YO1 7HH England
The largest medieval gothic cathedral in northern Europe
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Stonegate, York YO1 8AW England
Explore the labyrinth of medieval shortcuts or 'Snickelways'
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: 11 Shambles, York YO1 7LZ England
The best-preserved medieval street in Europe - famous across the world as the inspiration for Diagon Alley
Duration: 10 minutes
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: St. Mary's Abbey, Museum Gardens Museum Street, York YO1 7FR England
The magnificent ruins of the largest abbey in northern England
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Museum Gardens Museum Street, York YO1 7FR England
A stunning Victorian botanic garden containing the standing remains of the Roman fortress - the place where York began!
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: York Minster, Minster Yard Deangate, York YO1 7HH England
The largest medieval gothic cathedral in northern Europe
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Stonegate, York YO1 8AW England
Explore the labyrinth of medieval shortcuts or 'Snickelways'
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: 11 Shambles, York YO1 7LZ England
The best-preserved medieval street in Europe - famous across the world as the inspiration for Diagon Alley
Duration: 10 minutes
Additional information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Transportation is wheelchair accessible
- Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Most travelers can participate
- Guides are equipped with clear perspex visors - participants may wish to use face masks at their discretion. The route ensures you won't miss any of the highlights of York, but does avoid any overly-congested areas.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
Janice_I
April 2023
Fara was an amazing guide, so knowledgeable and friendly. We saw beautiful gardens, ruins, gates and walls of medieval, Roman and Norman York. Thank you again
Fara was an amazing guide, so knowledgeable and friendly. We saw beautiful gardens, ruins, gates and walls of medieval, Roman and Norman York. Thank you againKellie_P
April 2023
Alfred our guide was brilliant, he was extremely passionate and knowledgeable. He delivered the experience with great wit & humour. Was happy to answer questions. I would highly recommend this walking tour.
Alfred our guide was brilliant, he was extremely passionate and knowledgeable. He delivered the experience with great wit & humour. Was happy to answer questions. I would highly recommend this walking tour.Tony_G
April 2023
Annabella was knowledgable and friendly. Very enjoyable. Leeds was more modern and bustling than I imagined it would be.
Annabella was knowledgable and friendly. Very enjoyable. Leeds was more modern and bustling than I imagined it would be.Alex R
April 2023
Fantastic overview of the city with all the history stretching from the Romans to modern day York - very enjoyable!
Fantastic overview of the city with all the history stretching from the Romans to modern day York - very enjoyable!Cathy_Y
September 2023
The tour guide was attentive and well prepared, it was a profound experience. I learned a lot of York's history.
The tour guide was attentive and well prepared, it was a profound experience. I learned a lot of York's history.Patsy H
September 2023
We loved being able to tour the city in a small group setting. Our guide was knowledgeable and helpful. We thoroughly enjoyed our tour very much.
We loved being able to tour the city in a small group setting. Our guide was knowledgeable and helpful. We thoroughly enjoyed our tour very much.