The Heart of York Walking City Tour
Overview
Where in York do you need to kiss so stay together forever? Where can you find the most haunted house in York? Which street was voted the most picturesque in Britain? Why is York the second capital of England?
Ghosts, Harry Potter, kings, giants, chocolate and even unicorns! There is something new and interesting for everyone whether you are local, tourist, adult or child.
Follow Maria on this journey to learn about all of this and even more!
“Still round the corner, there may wait, a new road or a secret gate.” J. R. R. Tolkien
Inclusions
- Tour
What to expect
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Exhibition Square, York England
The Starting Point. Here will be a fun introduction to York.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: King's Manor, The Kings Manor Exhibition Square University of York, York YO1 7EP England
We will look at a historic building and the mysteries of the royal coat of arms.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Minster Yard, York YO1 7JF England
We will talk about the history of the Minster, its local legends and impressive facts about the Cathedral.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Stonegate, York YO1 8AW England
This step is about the general history of this street and its intriguing shop signs.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: St. Helen's Square, City Centre, York YO1 8QN England
We will discuss the history of the square and its connection to the chocolate story of York.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: 11 Shambles, York YO1 7LZ England
We will find the statues of cats in York and learn about the history of the street.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Whip-Ma-Whop-Ma-Gate, York England
We will talk about the legends related to this street.
Duration: 5 minutes
Additional information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
- Please maintain a 1-2m distance to others throughout the tour. Masks are advised especially when walking on narrow streets and lanes. Groups are limited to 20 individuals.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
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Had a brilliant tour. Very detailed and discovered loads of extra secrets! Would definitely recommend, Maria was very friendly, engaging and brought the city to life.
Had a brilliant tour. Very detailed and discovered loads of extra secrets! Would definitely recommend, Maria was very friendly, engaging and brought the city to life.Really great tour with lots of fun facts we wouldn't have learnt otherwise. Mariya was very friendly and welcoming
Really great tour with lots of fun facts we wouldn't have learnt otherwise. Mariya was very friendly and welcomingSuperb tour. Just the right information with ghostly touch !! Recommend it to all York visitors… no regrets
Superb tour. Just the right information with ghostly touch !! Recommend it to all York visitors… no regretsThere's a lot of interesting facts, legends and details are hidden in the city, but they were delivered not in an overwhelming flow, so it was not confusing and easy to remember. The guide is passionate and ready to answer questions.
There's a lot of interesting facts, legends and details are hidden in the city, but they were delivered not in an overwhelming flow, so it was not confusing and easy to remember. The guide is passionate and ready to answer questions.Well, we were three ladies from Yorkshire so not strangers to York but wanted to experience York in a different way. This tour was an absolute delight ! Maryia is a very warm, welcoming and enthusiastic lady. She was professional and informative. The whole event was well worth the money, good fun...
Well, we were three ladies from Yorkshire so not strangers to York but wanted to experience York in a different way. This tour was an absolute delight ! Maryia is a very warm, welcoming and enthusiastic lady. She was professional and informative. The whole event was well worth the money, good fun and just a lovely experience, we all came away very impressed and feeling good. We were also joined by a young man who himself was animated. Thankyou MaryiaThe guide Maryia was fun, friendly & informative, she was'nt in a rush & answered all our questions. I would recommend this tour to anybody that is going to York for the first time it gives you a real insight to the city.
The guide Maryia was fun, friendly & informative, she was'nt in a rush & answered all our questions. I would recommend this tour to anybody that is going to York for the first time it gives you a real insight to the city.