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Overview
Why follow the crowds? At Yorktour we believe a great tour should also be a fun conversation, which is why we guarantee there will be no more than eight participants so everyone can ask questions and no-one needs to worry about being left at the back! This family-friendly walking tour includes all the key sights - including the exterior of the Minster and the celebrated Shambles - though we will also lead you deep into the medieval maze of ‘Snickelways’ to follow in the footsteps of the Romans and Vikings who created York. Above all, our tours rely on great storytelling rather than gimmicks - so if we can’t remember everyone’s names there must be too many people taking part!
Meeting and Pickup
We will be in the square in front of the central library - York Explore Library and Archive, Museum Street YO1 7DS The guide will have a sign with your name so you should be able to find us (please don't join any tour that does not have your name displayed as it won't be ours)!
End Point
The tour ends in the heart of town at Whip-Ma-Whop-Ma-Gate, at the end of the Shambles.
Redemption Instructions
Your guide will be waiting in front of the central library (also known as York Explore Library and Archive) in Library Square, Museum Street YO17DS. The guide will have a sign with your name on it for easy identification - please do not join any tour that does not have your name on a sign as it won't be ours!
Language Offered
English-GUIDE
English-WRITTEN
Itinerary
1. The magnificent ruins of the largest abbey in northern England
2. A stunning Victorian botanic garden containing the standing remains of the Roman fortress - the place where York began!
3. The largest medieval gothic cathedral in northern Europe
4. Explore the labyrinth of medieval shortcuts or 'Snickelways'
5. The best-preserved medieval street in Europe - famous across the world as the inspiration for Diagon Alley
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
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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
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