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York Walking Tour
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Join us on a relaxed journey through history, myths, legends and architecture. Discover how the medieval city thrived and developed to become the city we all love today.
Our guides deliver a fun and unique take on York mixing history, sightseeing and exploration to offer a unique insight into York, passing the largest medieval gothic Cathedral in Northern Europe, old cobbled streets, Guild Halls, scenic views of our rivers, devils doors and so much more.
We cover all the important landmarks of York and go off the beaten track to places you may not think of going.
We are all stories in the end, write yours with us!
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$15.34
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The Bloody Tour of York - Tourism Award Winner 2022, Experience of the Year
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Skip the standard group tours and enjoy an alternative history of York during this award-winning, immersive guided tour of the city. Pass by top attractions—such as the Shambles and Jorvik Viking Centre—as you listen to your guide tell tales of witches, queens, and murderers that you wouldn’t hear on most other tours.
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$15.96
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Shadows of York: Award winning historical ghost walk
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See a spookier side to York without the worry of getting lost during this guided ghost walk around the streets and snickelways (alleys) of the medieval city. Listen to your guide tell tales of York’s tragic past that you wouldn’t otherwise hear, ask questions along the way to learn more, and enjoy an atypical introduction to the city.
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$12.89
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$12.89

The Best of York on Foot in a Small Group
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Don’t worry about getting lost in the winding streets of medieval York during this introductory tour of the city, ideal for first-time visitors and those with limited time in the region. See several York highlights—including St Mary’s Abbey, York Minster, and The Shambles—without worrying about directions, while benefiting from the insight of your guide throughout.
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$22.10
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Original Harry Potter Locations Tour - York
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As well as being full of architectural treasures, York also has a strong association with the world’s most famous wizard. Get an intimate glimpse into the city while visiting places significant to J K Rowling and Harry Potter on a magical walking tour, ideal for fans of the books and movies. Traveling on foot means you’ll avoid traffic and be able to stop at points of interest without the hassle of parking.
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$12.28
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$12.28

York Witches and History Walking Tour with Potion Making
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Be among the first to join this brand new walking tour with a potion-making experience. There's nothing else quite like it. Fascinating historical tales, with a focus on those relating to Witchcraft, the spooky, and the strange.
Join a characterful witch who will captivate you with this engaging, often enlightening and ultimately uplifting experience.
Explore the dimly lit streets and spooky snickets of York's Medieval Old Town. Watch out on the cobbles as you lend your ears to terrible tales of the Witches of Yorkshire. Tread lightly as you walk on the very ground these mysterious and sometimes sinister events occurred.
In addition to exploring York, also enter the Potions Cauldron for your extra special immersive Potion Making Experience. Uncover the secret room and get lost in another world as our special effects take you on a quest to make the perfect potion. Drink and enjoy!
Part of this experience is an outdoor walking tour so dress for the weather my dears.
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$17.19
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$17.19

York Witches and History Walking Tour
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Be among the first to experience this entertaining walking tour. Dare to treat yourself to something special. This unique and alternative walking tour features historical tales, with a focus on those relating to Witchcraft, the spooky, and the strange. Your guide will be a characterful witch who will captivate you with this engaging often enlightening and ultimately uplifting experience.
Explore the dimly lit streets and spooky snickets of Yorks Medieval Old Town. Watch out on the cobbles as you lend your ears to terrible tales of the Witches of Yorkshire. Tread lightly as you walk on the very ground these mysterious and sometimes sinister events occurred.
Please note this is an outdoor walking tour so dress for the weather my dears.
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$12.28
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$12.28

The Deathly Dark Ghost Tour of York: Visit York Award Winner 2022
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From plague to Vikings to butchery and murder, discover York’s sinister underbelly on this family-friendly tour led by a guide known for his dark sense of humour. See sights such as York Minster, the Shambles and Whip-Ma-Whop-Ma Gate, the silliest street in England, as you hear tales of bygone days, vile crimes and things that go bump in the night.
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$11.66
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$11.66

Ouse River Sightseeing Cruise in York
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See the historic city of York from a different perspective during a 45-minute or 1-hour cruise on the Ouse River. Relax during a leisurely sail, accompanied by commentary that details the history and culture of York, and enjoy unobstructed views of landmarks such as Clifford’s Tower and the York Museum and Gardens. Choose from several departure times to suit your schedule.
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$16.57
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City Sightseeing York Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
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Journey back in time on a hop-on hop-off bus tour of York, England’s quintessential medieval town. Your flexible 24-hour ticket enables you build a custom itinerary of York’s main attractions such as The Stonebow, Clifford’s Tower, Museum Gardens and more. With unobstructed views from the open-top viewing deck and 20 possible stops around town, you have the best of the city at your fingertips.
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$19.64
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Ghost Bus Tour of York
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Delve into the dark recesses of York’s history on this evening ghost bus tour. With your spooky local guide, visit notorious local haunts of restless spirits, and pass eerie sites such as York Minster, Clifford’s Tower, and the grave of Dick Turpin, infamous highwayman and murderer. Throughout the tour, hear anecdotes and fascinating facts about York’s grisly past, and make key stops for a closer look at the city’s most haunted buildings.
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$22.10
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A Fatal Feud - An Immersive Treasure Hunt Murder Mystery - The Secret City
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Puzzle fans need look no further than this immersive York treasure hunt murder mystery, set in 1491, that’s sent to your phone (over the Telegram app) as a series of riddles. Discover classic sights and quirky delights as you unravel each cryptic clue, unlock the path to the next location—and bring the criminal to justice. You’ll cover around 2.5 miles (4 kilometers), with two optional pub breaks en route.
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$18.41
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$18.41

Dark Chronicles Horror walk of York
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The Dark Chronicles York, is a a very different kind of walking tour to be attempted only by the bravest and most intrepid of explorers. Let us take you on a journey through Yorks darkest secrets, 2000 years of terrifying history.
Be sure before you come with us...Once you have seen Yorks true face, you will never forget it!
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$12.28
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Romans, Vikings and Medieval Marvels in York: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
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You don’t have to join a tour group to discover York. This audio walking tour lets you set the pace and pick up and drop the route when it suits you. Hit all the signatures—York Minster, Stonegate, Mansion House, the Shambles, one of the best-preserved medieval streets in the world—and more. The app works online or offline, including geodata, so you won’t need to waste money on roaming charges.
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$7.99
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$7.99

York Walls Private Walking Tour
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Uncover the medieval marvels of historic York on a bespoke walking tour with a private guide. Learn about York’s rich history as you walk around the centuries-old walls, pose for photos with a backdrop of the city or visit the wall museums (not included). Your private tour is yours to customize as you please, so you could also pay a visit to York Castle, stroll down the atmospheric The Shambles or take a peek inside the magnificent York Minster.
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$73.65
Price varies by group size
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$73.65
Price varies by group size

Private York Self-Guided Tour
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Enjoy a fully flexible and independent way to discover York’s highlights and history with this self-led, smartphone audio tour. Upon booking, download the app to your smartphone, and use whenever suits your schedule. With the help of the included GPS map and directions, you’ll discover key landmarks like the York Minster, York City Walls, and the Shambles; will learn about the city’s Viking history; and much more.
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$11.04
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$11.04

Wizard Walk of York - Magical Fun for all the Family!
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Join award winning entertainer The Magic Hatter as The Wizard of York for spellbinding magic, comedy and a dash of York's history! Ideal for ages 5-10 in particular, or big kids with a silly sense of humour and a passion for the wizarding world...
A family-friendly alternative to the many ghost walks and terror trails, this tour focuses on FUN over frights. A truly magical and memorable experience that wizard fans will go Potty for!
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$11.05
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Small group Tasting Tour of York
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This is a great pick for travelers interested in discovering some of the best independent eateries in York. Save time scrolling through restaurant reviews, and learn about the local food scene from a guide instead. The tour visits five independent food venues for tastings and passes by famous landmarks such as the York Minster along the way.
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$67.51
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Private Ghost Tour of York
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Designed for travelers with a historical interest in the supernatural, this private 2-hour ghost tour of York — one of the most haunted cities in the world — allows you to customize your itinerary to suit you. Choose to visit sites with countless reports of ghost sightings, including York Minster, The Shambles, and The York Dungeon, and listen to frightening tales rooted in York’s 2,000-year-old history. The start time and location of your tour is up to you.
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$73.65
Price varies by group size
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$73.65
Price varies by group size

Private Viking Walk of York
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Learn about York's history and legends on a 2-hour Viking walking tour with a private guide, Sigwulf. You'll walk through town to see historical landmarks and listen to stories from the Viking days. Departure time is flexible to suit your preferences.
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$73.65
Price varies by group size
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$73.65
Price varies by group size

The Drowned City - Immersive Treasure Hunt Adventure in York - The Secret City
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An immersive adventure through York's past and present. Unravel cryptic clues as we take you on a journey through the city. Meet figures of myth and history, solve riddles, enjoy charming cafes and quirky pubs. Do you have what it takes to defeat ancient monsters and save the city?
Work as a team to decode each clue and search for a nearby answer. All sent to your mobile phone via Telegram or Whatsapp (free on all app stores).
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$18.41
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$18.41

York Small-Group Evening Walking Tour with Guide
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Experience York at its most atmospheric around sundown, after the tourist hordes have departed but before the night begins. This evening stroll hits the highlights, including York Minster, the City Walls and Shambles, but also takes you deep into the “Snickelways”, a medieval warren of secret passages, shortcuts and hidden alleys. Guides carry iPads with multimedia to bring the tour to life, while you’ll take home a map of York.
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$18.41
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York Hidden Gems (Self-guided Tour & Treasure Hunt)
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Explore the ancient city of York in a new and unique way on this self-guided treasure hunt tour. Using GPS technology, follow the guide app’s clues and solve puzzles to reveal hidden locations on your map. Walk through the streets like a local, and take short-cuts and secret passages to the most iconic York tourist spots, the best way to avoid the crowds. Win points as you travel—will you reach the top of the national leaderboard?
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$18.41
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$18.41
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York Fire Walk
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Learn about the fiery history behind York’s city walls on this walking tour with a difference. Learn about how a Volcanologist from France stopped the ancient city from burning down, and hear about the early life of famous anarchist and pyromaniac Guy Fawkes who was born in York itself. From your guides, Dr Simon Rogerson and Dr Liam Herringshaw, also learn about the history of York Minster, and its many hidden secrets.
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$14.73
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