Exclusive York - Private Personally-Designed Walking Tour Discount Tickets

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Overview

Don't get lost in the crowds. Explore York at your own pace and in private with one of our expert, fully qualified, personable guides. Delve deep into the medieval maze and discover secret corners few other visitors get to see. This is an entirely personal service - once you have made your booking we will get in touch to arrange where to come and meet you (such as any city centre landmark or hotel). We will ensure you don't miss any of the highlights - including the world-famous Minster (exterior only) medieval city walls and Shambles - but if you have any particular areas of interest, please get in touch. It's your tour and we want you to experience York your way!

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Museum Street, England, YO1 7DT, United Kingdom

We will be in the square outside the central library (also known as York Explore and Archive) on Museum Street York YO17DS. We will have a sign with your name to ensure you can find us!

End Point

End point

The tour ends in Whip-ma-whop-ma-gate - this is at one end of the famous Shambles in the heart of town.

Pickup Information

We can meet you at any city centre hotel, restaurant or easily identifiable landmark, such as the Minster. Once your booking is confirmed we will get in touch to to arrange a suitable meeting point. If you are just arriving into York we can advise on car parking or meet you at the railway station.

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. York Minster
The largest medieval gothic cathedral in the UK - a symphony in stone
Duration: 15 mins
2. Exhibition Square
The best view in York - a handsome piazza in which it is possible to see 2000 years of history: just by turning in a circle!
Duration: 10 mins
3. King's Manor
York's royal palace - occupied by Henry VIII and Charles I
Duration: 10 mins
4. St. Mary's Abbey
The spectacular remains of the largest monastery in northern England - built by the Normans, ruined by Henry VIII
Duration: 10 mins
5. Multangular Tower
The oldest structure in York - the ten-sided Roman corner tower has been standing for almost 2000 years.
Duration: 10 mins
6. York City Walls
Enjoy spectacular views from the most picturesque section of the 13th century city wall
Duration: 15 mins
7. Shambles
The most celebrated, and best-preserved, medieval street in York. The inspiration for Diagon Alley.
Duration: 10 mins

Inclusion

Personalised greeting sign at the meeting point

Multimedia illustrations accompany the tour - all guides carry iPads

Complementary map of York

Exclusion

Entrance fees: the tour is outdoors and does not include museums or the interior of the cathedral.

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon Refundable tickets

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
  • 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Supplied by Yorktour

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