York Photo walks are about learning and developing
your photography knowledge, whilst exploring York’s
wonderful history, people and architecture.
The aim is to inspire you to stretch your creative legs
when you are out and about with your camera.
Whether you want to just learn the basics or
improve your photography skills the walk will have
top tips for all abilities.
Whether you have a DSLR, Point and shoot, mobile
or tablet camera. We will explore how to improve your
technique and photographic composition. Over the
course of our walk you will learn how to see the world
with an artistic eye.
We want this to be a fun learning experience, we
walk at a leisurely pace and you are free to ask
questions as we go round.
With a stop for refreshments and time to review your photos, talk through what you have taken. We will run through some theory and look at how this can be applied practically.
Schedule & prices
Runs
Wed and Fri
Start times
10:00 AM and 1:00 PM
Next available
Wed, Oct 14
Adult (ages 16–85)
$101
Child (ages 5–15)
$40
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 10.
Tour Options
3 Hour Photo tour at 1pm
1pm Tour
3-Hour Photography Walking Tour
Itinerary
York Minster
Admission not included25 min
360 degree walk around The Minster , taking photos and getting tips on the best light and angles
Bootham Bar
Admission not included25 min
WE take a walk and stop for photo opportunities along the City walls to Monkgate bar.
Shambles
Admission not included20 min
Walk along to The Shambles, taking in the sites and getting great shots of this famous street.
Fossgate
Admission not included15 min
Walking along Fossgate , photographing and taking in the sights of the medieval buildings.
Merchant Adventurers' Hall
Admission not included15 min
Through a snickleway to The Merchant Adventurers Hall, we take a look around the wonderful grounds and photograph this beautiful medieval building.
Shambles Market
Admission not included20 min
The Shambles market has a wide variety of market traders, we will photograph the vibrancy and of this thriving market.
Museum Gardens
Admission not included30 min
We walk to The Museum Gardens, taking in the remains of the Roman walls and multangular tower, photographing the beautiful the grounds, we will look at the remains of St.Mary's Abbey, walk around The Hospitium, and the observatory.
Lendal Bridge
Admission not included15 min
We walk down to the bridge along Dame Judy Dench walk to admire the bridge and take some interesting shots there.
What's included
Included
Photography tuition with guided walking tour
Coffee and/or Tea
Not included
No Food and drink is included
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.9
9 reviews
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Important Information
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does York 3-Hour Photography Walking Tour take?
York 3-Hour Photography Walking Tour lasts about 3 hours. The itinerary has 8 stops.
How much does York 3-Hour Photography Walking Tour cost?
Prices start at $101 per person for this York experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 2 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does York 3-Hour Photography Walking Tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Wednesdays and Fridays, starting at 10:00 AM and 1:00 PM.
How much does York 3-Hour Photography Walking Tour cost for children?
Children aged 5–15 pay from $40, adults from $101.
Can I cancel York 3-Hour Photography Walking Tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Outside the Art gallery in Exhibition square. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is York 3-Hour Photography Walking Tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 6 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is York 3-Hour Photography Walking Tour worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 9 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by York Photo Walks.
Reviews(9)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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MagicDave
June 11, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
A wonderful photographic experience.
The photo walk around York with Paula was a fantastic experience. We spent the morning exploring the city, with Paula pointing out lots of interesting opportunities for photos, explaining the best techniques to use for each shot, and providing loads of background information about the areas we were visiting. I loved it and can't wait to go back to experience one of the other walks she conducts. Highest recommendation for anyone interested in photography and who wants to explore this incredibly beautiful city.
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Patrick_M
July 9, 2024 · via Viator
An excellent choice for photographers of all levels.
I was only in York for a few days and, being unfamiliar with the location, I booked a photo walk to take me round the photogenic sites. I contacted Paula before the walk to ask advice on what equipment to bring. She responded quickly and her advice was spot on. On the day, I was met by Paula who was very friendly and very knowledgeable. She gave helpful advice on camera settings and composition as she took me round the best locations for photography. Paula was encouraging and supportive of my attempts to take good photographs and I learned much from her.
To have your own personal guide who knows the area and knows photography just saves so much time and presents so much more possibilities than you are likely to uncover on your own.
I wholeheartedly recommend Paula and York Photo Walks on a visit to York.
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Derek M
February 13, 2024 · via Tripadvisor
Unique look at York
Really enjoyable walk around York. Paula is really knowledgeable and friendly and helped me to explore aspects of Yorks history and architecture that I might not otherwise have done by myself. Highly recommended
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kebleeds
September 27, 2022 · via Tripadvisor
A great experience and a knowledgeable guide
I really enjoyed my photo walk with Paula. She is very professional and explained everything very clearly, giving examples as we walked around. The 3 hours flew by! I only have a compact camera, but I learned a lot about composition, perspective etc. I hope to put the hints and tips she gave me to good use in the future. Very glad I booked the walk and would definitely do it again.
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123lynj
May 16, 2022 · via Tripadvisor
A really good tour
Was given this as a gift . I really enjoyed the whole experience. Paula is very knowledgeable - and patient! She explains and demonstrates things very clearly.
I learned a lot which I hope to put into practice. Would recommend the tour to anyone.
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WillemHerman1959
April 28, 2022 · via Tripadvisor
Great walk
Walked around in York, for 3 hours and during the walk getting some advice from a professional about maken a good picture. Very glad i did it..
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vaughang2022
January 8, 2022 · via Tripadvisor
A great photo guide to historic York
I mainly do wildlife photography but wanted to try more urban photography, so I booked a photowalk with Paula Duck on new years eve 2021. Paula showed me around parts of the old city of York and gave me helpful advice on composition and how to approach urban / street photography. We ended in the Museum garden where the tame fat little squirrels provided great subjects for urban wildlife photography. Unfortunately, it cloudy for much of time so poor lighting for the historic building. I still enjoyed the walk and learnt a lot, and will be back to photography the Minster gargoyles on another sunnier day with my long lens.
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326brightm
January 4, 2022 · via Tripadvisor
Informative and fun
I really enjoyed my photo walk with Paula. I hadn’t used my camera for a few months so it was ideal to get me back into it. Paula gave me some great tips and helped me discover a button on the camera I hadn’t used!
I changed my settings regularly and it was great to get feedback on my photos. The walk ended in the museum gardens with the friendly fast moving squirrels, which added another opportunity change the camera settings.
I would highly recommend this walk to anyone interested in photography, whether a beginner, experienced or just visiting York.
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December 8, 2021 · via Tripadvisor
Highly reccomended camera tutorial
A very enjoyable and different way to get to know York again and learn more about my camera. Paula was very patient persuading me to turn it off auto and use the settings properly. Very pleased with the results. A very unhurried and relaxed walk too.
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