York: City History Guided Morning Walking Tour
York is an ancient city that’s filled with more history than most tourists realize. Embark on an immersive walking tour and listen to tales of its history, from Roman times to the Vikings to the plague and to present day. Hear stories of Roman toilets, discover the grisly details of Dick Turpin’s execution, and learn about the gruesome cures concocted to cure the Black Death as you pass by the Minster, Jorvik Center, Shambles, Clifford’s Tower and more.
Highlights
- ✓A chance to earn a souvenir trophy at the end of the tour
- ✓Stop to snap photos of the city’s historic landmarks as you explore
- ✓You won’t get lost in the city’s winding streets with your guide’s help
- ✓Great for the whole family, with something for all ages
What you'll see & do
- ✓The Time Traveller will meet you at the steps of the Norman castle at 11am everyday
- ✓Travellers will be taken back in time to Viking York
- ✓The time travellers will walk through a beautifully preserved Medieval street
- ✓The time travellers will find out about Roman York and the how the history of York is the history of one of the most splendid gothic cathedrals in Europe.
What's included
- ✓A fun engaging costume tour of York
What's not included
- ✓Admissions to attractions are not included
Good to know
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
It requires a minimum of four people for the tour to run.
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.
York: City History Guided Morning Walking Tour
York is an ancient city that’s filled with more history than most tourists realize. Embark on an immersive walking tour and listen to tales of its history, from Roman times to the Vikings to the plague and to present day. Hear stories of Roman toilets, discover the grisly details of Dick Turpin’s execution, and learn about the gruesome cures concocted to cure the Black Death as you pass by the Minster, Jorvik Center, Shambles, Clifford’s Tower and more.
Highlights
- ✓A chance to earn a souvenir trophy at the end of the tour
- ✓Stop to snap photos of the city’s historic landmarks as you explore
- ✓You won’t get lost in the city’s winding streets with your guide’s help
- ✓Great for the whole family, with something for all ages
What you'll see & do
- ✓The Time Traveller will meet you at the steps of the Norman castle at 11am everyday
- ✓Travellers will be taken back in time to Viking York
- ✓The time travellers will walk through a beautifully preserved Medieval street
- ✓The time travellers will find out about Roman York and the how the history of York is the history of one of the most splendid gothic cathedrals in Europe.
What's included
- ✓A fun engaging costume tour of York
What's not included
- ✓Admissions to attractions are not included
Good to know
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
It requires a minimum of four people for the tour to run.
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.