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Original York Walks: Private Viking, Roman & History Experience
York, Yorkshire, England, United Kingdom
$149.70
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
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!
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!
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Bespoke History Tour of York
Duration: 2 hours: Duration of tour can be adjusted to suit your itinerary/fitness level.
Bespoke Private Tour: Tour route can be adjusted to take in extra history/stops e.g. a section of the city wall.
Duration: 2 hours: Duration of tour can be adjusted to suit your itinerary/fitness level.
Bespoke Private Tour: Tour route can be adjusted to take in extra history/stops e.g. a section of the city wall.
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
- Expert Local Guide
- Private transportation
- Entry to indoor paid attractions not included
Meeting point
Meet by Roman Column opposite the statue of Constantine the Great, by the Minster.
Return details
Tour finishes at Clifford's Tower, near the Castle Museum.
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The Roman ColumnWe 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.
- 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. (pass by)
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York City WallsAn 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.
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Museum GardensA 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.
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Multangular TowerThe 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".
- A brief stop as we pass the Lord Mayor of York's residence. (pass by)
- A brief stop by Barley Hall; a beautifully restored medieval townhouse for a wealthy silversmith. (pass by)
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Welcome to the enchanting mediaeval street known as the Shambles. The oldest and best preserved of all the original Shambles in England.
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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.
- 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. (pass by)
If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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Original York Walks: Private Viking, Roman & History Experience
York, Yorkshire, England, United Kingdom
$149.70
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
01
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You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
02
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We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
03
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Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!