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Highlights · York itinerary

York Highlights: The Best Itinerary

York packs in cathedrals, Vikings and ghosts. Here is how to see the highlights — with the best-rated tours to book.

At a glance

  1. 1Minster
  2. 2Ghost
  3. 3Viking
  4. 4Walls

The Minster

The Gothic cathedral.

The ghosts

A haunted evening walk.

The Vikings

The Jorvik centre.

Book the experiences in this itinerary

Top-rated tours for exactly what this plan recommends in York — prices per person.

Private Tour London Highlights, entries Westminster Abbey, The Tower of London
London
Private Tour London Highlights, entries Westminster Abbey, The Tower of London
5.0(105)·8 hours
from$637/ person
via Viator
Garbage and Rats in New York City Walking Tour
New York City
Garbage and Rats in New York City Walking Tour
5.0(147)·2h 30min
from$50/ person
via Viator
Villainous History and Rum Tasting Tour in York Indoor Experience
York
Villainous History and Rum Tasting Tour in York Indoor Experience
5.0(220)·30 min
from$34/ person
via Viator
Guided Bike Tour in York
York
Guided Bike Tour in York
5.0(625)·2h–2h 30min
from$40/ person
via Viator
Nth York Moors Steam Train (incl) & Whitby Small Group Day Trip.
York
Nth York Moors Steam Train (incl) & Whitby Small Group Day Trip.
5.0(97)·8 hours
from$120/ person
via Viator
The Original Viking Walk: Private Guided Tour of York
York
The Original Viking Walk: Private Guided Tour of York
5.0(132)·2 hours
from$101/ person
via Viator
Christmas Guided Walking Tour in York
York
Christmas Guided Walking Tour in York
5.0(108)·1h 30min
from$20/ person
via Viator
The Soul of Harlem Walking Tour in New York
New York City
The Soul of Harlem Walking Tour in New York
5.0(244)·2h 30min
from$60/ person
via Viator

York highlights — FAQ

What are York’s highlights?
The Minster, city walls, Jorvik and ghost walks.
Is York good for a short break?
Yes — its compact centre is perfect for a weekend.
What is the Shambles?
York’s famous cobbled medieval shopping street.

Explore more in York

York MinsterGhost WalksViking JorvikYorkshire DalesCity Walls