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Home/Destinations/York/York history
History · York itinerary

York History: The Best Itinerary

York is layered with history, from Vikings to the Middle Ages. Here is how to explore it — with the best-rated tours to book.

At a glance

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

The cathedral

The medieval York Minster.

The Vikings

The Jorvik centre and Norse past.

The walls

The medieval ramparts and bars.

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
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
The Ultimate New York City Street Food Tour
Queens
The Ultimate New York City Street Food Tour
5.0(57)·2h 30min
from$75/ 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
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
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
Ultimate Chinatown & Little Italy Food Tour in New York City
New York City
Ultimate Chinatown & Little Italy Food Tour in New York City
5.0(98)·3 hours
from$99/ 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

York history — FAQ

What history is in York?
Roman, Viking and medieval history in one city.
Was York a Viking city?
Yes — it was the Viking capital, Jorvik.
What is York Minster?
A vast medieval Gothic cathedral.

Explore more in York

York MinsterGhost WalksViking JorvikYorkshire DalesCity Walls