Original York Walks: Private Viking, Roman & History Experience Discount Tickets

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location pin icon Deangate, York, Yorkshire, YO1 7HH, England
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Overview

Unearth 2,000 years of York’s history on the ultimate bespoke walking tour! From Roman roots to medieval majesty, you’ll discover the iconic Roman Column and the breathtaking York Minster. Stroll the historic City Walls, explore the serene Museum Gardens, and stand before the ancient Multangular Tower. Marvel at the Georgian elegance of the Mansion House, step into the hidden medieval world of Barley Hall, and wander the famous, timber-framed Shambles. Finally, look up at the commanding Clifford’s Tower. Expertly tailored, deeply engaging, and perfectly paced—this is the definitive York experience. Book your unforgettable journey today!

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Minster Yard, England, YO1 7HH, United Kingdom

Meet by Roman Column opposite the statue of Constantine the Great, by the Minster.

End Point

End point

Tour finishes at Clifford's Tower, near the Castle Museum.

Pickup Information

Meet by the Roman Column opposite the York Minster, in Minster Yard, YO1 7HH.

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. The Roman Column
We start our tour outside the wonderful York Minster, where you will get a quick potted history of York's eras before moving. Here we visit an original Roman column from the principia and learn about the nearby forum and basilica.
Duration: 10 mins
2. York Minster
We get up and close to the world famous York Minster, where we will hear about the early Anglo-Saxon origins of the cathedral, and also a surprising link to the Vikings. You will also hear all about the great windows.
3. York City Walls
An optional but popular route that traces the footsteps of ancient guards on the medieval city walls.* The city walls are built on top of the old Roman fortress, which the Vikings would have reused. Provides stunning views of the north side of the Minster. *The city walls are occasionally closed due to time, bad weather, or maintenance. Original York Walks and its various tours bear no responsibility for access to the city walls, and are always just as disappointed as you when they are inaccessible.
Duration: 15 mins
4. Museum Gardens
A stroll around the exquisite Museum Gardens to take in the ruins of St. Mary's Abbey, the Hospitium, the arboreal garden, and soak up the wonderful atmosphere in front of the Yorkshire Museum.
Duration: 20 mins
5. Multangular Tower
The Multangular Tower, the largest remaining piece of Roman architecture remaining from the ancient city of Eboracum, before taking in a portion of the Museum Garden, passing the Yorkshire Museum, and making our way to the late Roman "Anglian Tower".
Duration: 10 mins
6. York Mansion House
A brief stop as we pass the Lord Mayor of York's residence.
7. Barley Hall
A brief stop by Barley Hall; a beautifully restored medieval townhouse for a wealthy silversmith.
8. Shambles
Welcome to the enchanting mediaeval street known as the Shambles. The oldest and best preserved of all the original Shambles in England.
Duration: 5 mins
9. Parish of All Saints, Pavement
Hear about one of Neil's favourite hidden gems that was ultimately a clever Anglo-Scandinavian marketing ploy, and, provided the church is open (depends on the time and day), see a 1000 year old Viking grave cover.
Duration: 10 mins
10. Clifford's Tower
We end our tour with tales of Vikings and Normans, and learn exactly what started and ended the 200-year rule of the Vikings. Hear about Ragnar Lothbrok, Ivar the Boneless, William the Conqueror's Norman Conquest and more.

Inclusion

Expert Local Guide

Exclusion

Entrance fees

Private transportation

Cancellation Policy

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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

Public transportation options are available nearby

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Supplied by Original York Walks

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