York: City Highlights Small Group Walking Tour

Set out on a captivating 1.5-hour journey that unveils the rich history and charm of York. Led by knowledgeable guides, this small group walking tour showcases the city’s key sights, from the majestic York Minster to the enchanting Shambles. With a maximum of 8 participants, the intimate setting fosters engaging storytelling, while the tour remains accessible for all. Uncover York’s Viking origins and medieval heritage as you explore the maze-like Snickelways, uncovering the city’s fascinating past.

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Key Points

A 1.5-hour small group walking tour (maximum 8 participants) that highlights the key sights and history of York, England.
Explore the iconic York Minster, the medieval Shambles street, and the city’s Roman and Viking heritage.
Knowledgeable and engaging guides provide an immersive experience, sharing personal anecdotes and historical stories.
The tour is wheelchair accessible with a flexible cancellation policy up to 24 hours in advance.
Visitors can expect a family-friendly atmosphere, with well-behaved dogs welcome on the tour.

You can check availability for your dates here:

Tour Overview and Details

The York: City Highlights Small Group Walking Tour offers visitors an immersive 1.5-hour experience exploring the key sights and rich history of this charming city.

Priced from Kč 596 per person, the tour is limited to just 8 participants and conducted in English. It’s wheelchair accessible, and cancellations made up to 24 hours in advance are fully refundable.

The tour highlights include the iconic York Minster, the Shambles, and a medieval maze of narrow alleys. Knowledgeable guides weave tales of York’s Viking origins and 2,000 years of evolution, creating a family-friendly atmosphere welcoming well-behaved dogs.

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Key Sights on the Tour

Iconic York Minster, the largest medieval gothic cathedral in the UK, serves as the centerpiece of the tour.

Visitors will also explore the Shambles, a charming medieval street renowned for inspiring the look of Diagon Alley in the Harry Potter series.

Along the way, the tour delves into York’s rich history, from its Roman roots to its Viking past. Guides share captivating tales of the city’s evolution over 2,000 years as participants stroll through the maze-like "Snickelways".

The family-friendly tour welcomes well-behaved dogs, creating an engaging and enjoyable experience for all.

York’s Viking Origins and Historical Evolution

Although York’s origins date back to the Romans, the city’s Viking past is a captivating chapter in its long and storied history.

Visitors will learn how York was once a thriving Viking stronghold, known as Jorvik. The tour explores the city’s Viking roots, from the remnants of the ancient walls to the interactive Jorvik Viking Centre.

Guests will uncover tales of Viking conquests, Norse mythology, and the influence that the Scandinavian settlers had on York’s architecture, culture, and language.

The guide’s engaging storytelling brings this fascinating history to life, transporting tour-goers back in time to the days of the Vikings.

The Informative and Engaging Tour Guides

Guided tours of York’s rich history come alive through the expertise and storytelling abilities of the city’s knowledgeable tour guides.

Travelers consistently praise the informative nature of the guides and their engaging way of relaying tales about the city’s Viking origins and its evolution over 2,000 years.

Travelers consistently praise the informative guides and their engaging way of relaying tales about York’s Viking origins and 2,000-year evolution.

As one reviewer noted, the guide was "very knowledgeable" and shared "good tales to tell."

Another remarked that the guide, Alfred, was "the best" – "so informative and interesting."

The guides bring York’s past to life, providing visitors with an immersive and memorable experience exploring the city’s top highlights.

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Practical Information for the Tour

The tour meets at the Square outside the Central Library (York Explore Library and Archive), located at YO1 7DS.

The guide will hold a sign with participant names for easy identification. Comfortable shoes are recommended, as York is a flat and walkable city.

The tour lasts 1.5 hours and is limited to 8 participants, ensuring an intimate and personalized experience.

With free cancellation up to 24 hours in advance, and a reserve now & pay later option, booking the tour is flexible and convenient.

Wheelchair accessibility ensures the tour is inclusive for all visitors to explore York’s captivating highlights.

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Accessibility and Inclusivity

The York: City Highlights Small Group Walking Tour is designed to be accessible and inclusive for all visitors.

This tour is wheelchair accessible, accommodating those with mobility needs. Plus, well-behaved dogs are welcome, making it a family-friendly experience.

The group size is limited to 8 participants, ensuring a personalized and intimate atmosphere. The guides are knowledgeable and adept at tailoring the tour to meet the needs and interests of each group.

A small group size and knowledgeable guides ensure a personalized and tailored experience catering to the needs and interests of each group.

Whether you have accessibility requirements or simply want to explore York’s highlights in a welcoming environment, this tour caters to diverse needs and preferences.

Customer Feedback and Ratings

Travelers have overwhelmingly praised the York: City Highlights Small Group Walking Tour, with an impressive 4.9/5 rating based on 688 reviews.

Customers highlighted the informative and engaging nature of the guides, who bring the city’s rich history to life through captivating storytelling. As one reviewer noted, "Very knowledgeable guide with some good tales to tell."

Another praised the "best guide, so informative and interesting."

The tour’s family-friendly atmosphere, with well-behaved dogs welcome, has also been a hit with visitors.

What’s Included in the Tour

The York: City Highlights Small Group Walking Tour includes the services of a knowledgeable guide, who’ll lead participants on an immersive exploration of the city’s key landmarks and hidden gems.

The tour also provides a postcard map for participants to reference during and after the experience. Additionally:

Explore the iconic York Minster, the largest medieval gothic cathedral in the UK, though admission isn’t included.
Discover the city’s Roman, Viking, and medieval history, from a fortress to a ruined abbey.
Experience the charming atmosphere of the tour, which welcomes well-behaved dogs.

The Sum Up

The "York: City Highlights Small Group Walking Tour" offers a captivating 1.5-hour exploration of York’s rich history and charm. Led by knowledgeable guides, the tour showcases the city’s key sights, including the iconic York Minster, the enchanting Shambles, and the maze-like Snickelways. With a maximum of 8 participants, the intimate setting fosters engaging storytelling and an immersive experience, making it an ideal choice for those seeking an informative and accessible way to discover York’s Viking origins and medieval heritage.

You can check availability for your dates here: