J & M York City Walking and sightseeing





Descripción
Uncover York’s Secrets: A Top-Rated York Walking Tour Through 6,000 Years Looking for the best walking tour in York — something more than a standard sightseeing shuffle and a few polite facts? This guided York walking tour is where the city gets properly unraveled: hidden lanes, mighty medieval walls, Roman roots, Viking stories, and the weird little details that make York… York. On this York history tour, we step into 6,000 years of drama, power, trade, religion, rebellion, and the everyday lives that shaped the streets you’re walking today. You’ll explore the city’s defences, uncover the stories behind iconic architecture, and spot the quieter side of the city too — the flora and fauna that’s been thriving alongside the chaos for centuries. What makes this York history walking tour different? This isn’t history in a textbook. This is York unleashed — funny, gritty, surprising, and packed with “wait… WHAT?” moments. Whether you’re here for a weekend break or you’ve visited ten times, this York city centre walking tour will make you see the city with fresh eyes. Highlights you’ll love on this guided walking tour of York Walk the York City Walls and defences and hear the lives of those who built them (and the people who tried to get past them). Discover Roman York beneath your feet and the medieval city built on top — a true York architecture tour as you go. Hear gripping stories of Constantine the Great, Oliver Cromwell, Robert the Bruce, and the ordinary folk who changed the city without ever getting statues. Wander hidden York: ancient snickleways, side streets, and overlooked corners most visitors miss on a typical York sightseeing tour. Bust myths, uncover gritty truths, and leave with stories you’ll be telling long after your York guided tour ends. Perfect for… First-time visitors wanting a proper York walking tour experience History lovers after a Roman and Viking York tour vibe Architecture fans wanting a York architecture and city walls tour Families and curious travellers searching for fun things to do in York Join us and walk where history happened. Book your York walking tour today — and discover why this is one of the most talked-about York guided walking tours in the city.
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Itinerario
Our guide will show you what makes York so unique, the Medieval walls and Gateways, the Minster, the ancient Shambles, Lantern towers, rivers and castle. See the grave of Dick Turpin and walk through 2000 years of the cities heritage follow in the footsteps of ancient tribes, Romans, Kings and Queens and some of histories most notorious. Our guides can also take you around the museums of your choice for an additional fee.
The largest Gothic Cathedral in Northern Europe, York Minster took 252 years too build. There are Minster guides inside, tours last an hour.
Walking around the Motte of the castle built in 1069, your guide will bring alive its bloody and dark secrets, walk in the grounds of what would have been on elf the finest castles in England.
Walk down into the Medieval levels of the City and let our guide tell you about the richest Guild in York and the part the traders played in Yorks prosperity. Find out how important women were in this guild.
The street of the Butchers, our guide will take to the shrine of St Margaret Clitheroe, and exploring with to uncover the secrets of one of Yorks oldest streets.
We take a look at this medieval church with its rich history, built partially from Roman brick work it also features Saxon and Norman architecture. Its most unique feature is its 'Devils door' we will unravel the truth behind the myth.
We take in a section of the medieval walls where you'll see the cities Roman defences, danish earthwork and discover its medieval past, sieges, and Victorian alterations. We will also pass by the old Jewish quarter of the city.
Learn about the origins of York, its visiting emperors and delve into the story of Constantine the Great, his effect on Christianity and York.
whose architecture reflects the Irish heritage of the area as well as having a chance to spot one of Yorks famous Black Cats.
On the city walls you'll see the Merchant Taylors, discover how guilds became the economic centre of Cities like York, the Taylors significance to the city and its role today.
Visit the market and discover their significance in Yorks economic growth.
One of 6 gates in York you'll discover its role in the city defences, the legend of the Wild men of York as well as our Bars more gruesome uses.
As we walk along this Saxon street you'll discover the Dutch House, it's significance to architectural changes after the Great fire of London and the emergence of Insurance policies.
n this ancient square you'll discover the meaning behind our street names and thinner Viking heritage and learn about the very centre of the city of Jorvic
rom out side we'll look at the old building s of the museum looking at prison reform, the building usage in the past and delve into the myth and stories behind the real Dick Turpin.
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Información importante
- Accesible para silla de ruedas
- Los bebés y los niños pequeños pueden ir en un cochecito o en una silla de paseo
- Se admiten animales de asistencia
- Hay opciones de transporte público disponibles en las cercanías
- Las opciones de transporte son accesibles para sillas de ruedas
- Adecuado para todos los niveles de aptitud física
Opiniones(522)
We had a fantastic time on this history tour of York. Our guide was exceptionally knowledgeable and clearly passionate about the city's rich history. Every part of the tour was delivered with excellent communication, making even the more complex historical details easy to follow and engaging. The humour sprinkled throughout kept the group entertained and made the experience even more enjoyable. The balance of fascinating facts, storytelling, and light-hearted moments was spot on. We came away having learned a great deal while thoroughly enjoying ourselves. I would highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting York who wants an informative, entertaining, and memorable experience.
Good walking tour with knowledgeable and entertaining guide. About the right duration (2 hours) and distance, with regular stops to talk about features of interest and history.
Excellent tour covered a huge range of the history of York and its many layers. Would highly recomend.
Really enjoyable experience, our guide was very knowledgeable and gave us plenty of extra tips on getting the best out of our time in York. Would definitely recommend this walking tour.
Thank you for taking the time to review your time with us. I’m so pleased you enjoyed the rich history and vibrant city.
The guide through the wonders of old York was very clear and informative. I’d recommend his services to anyone.
Thank you.
We had a wonderful tour with Nick. Small group. Very informative. We loved walking to wall and the local history.
Thank you for a lovely review I’m so pleased you enjoyed the journey!
An excellent, knowledgeable and entertaining guide
Thank you so much for your kind comments
Really enjoyed this walk, learnt so much. Appreciated that it wasn't gimmicky so if that's not your thing try this.
Definitely no gimmicks. This is history and myth busting at its best. Thank you for this review!
One of the best walking tours I have done. Our guide Nick was extremely knowledgeable and provided our group with a wonderful, comprehensive historical tour of York. Lots of great stories. Highly recommend.
Thank you for this fantastic review. So pleased to hear you enjoyed the tour.
Our tour guide was excellent. He was very informative and was able to answer all our questions. Our only complaint was your confirmation did not tell us where to meet for the start of the tour. We had to ask a police officer who fortunately knew where it started.
Thank you for your review.



