York Minster

Marvel at one of the greatest buildings in Europe. Our tour doesn't ordinarily go in there but if you'd like to go in, please let your guide know and it is no problem at all (tickets not included).

1 hour

Statue of Constantine the Great

Find out why there is a statue in York to one of the greatest Emperors in the Roman Empire.

5 minutes

Stonegate

Sometimes said to be the most attractive street in York, Stonegate is as pleasing on the eye as its history is on the ears. One of the more famous people born here was the infamous Guy Fawkes who we still remember today on the 5th November when he tried to blow up Parliament.

19 minutes

High Petergate

2,000 years ago you'd have been standing on the Roman Via Principalis. Today Petergate is one of the most beautiful streets in York and home to one of the most famous views in Britain.

10 minutes

York City Walls

Your chance to do what we've all done at one time or the other, walk on the City Walls from Bootham Bar to Micklegate Bar

15 minutes

Holy Trinity Church

This old church dates in part back to the 12th century but with a history right up to the modern day. It's not always open but if it is, we can nip inside and look around.

10 minutes

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Explore the medieval maze of picturesque lanes and streets

30 minutes

Shrine of Saint Margaret Clitherow

Learn about this remarkable Tudor era lady who after a remarkable life was martyred in a terrible way and is now remembered as a Saint.

5 minutes

Whip-Ma-Whop-Ma-Gate

A street whose name is almost longer than it is. Find out what it's all about!

5 minutes

Fossgate

Just one of several old Roman streets we will go on, this one has been home to Vikings, a Friary, a Tudor cattle market and all sorts. These days there are less cows and a whole lot more nice little shops, pubs and restaurants.

10 minutes

Merchant Adventurers' Hall

Still used today, this magnificent medieval guild hall is almost 700 years old.

5 minutes

Jorvik Viking Centre (Pass By)

The home of all things Viking when it comes to York and the Vikings played a pivotal role in the history of our city. Our tour doesn't ordinarily go in there but if you'd like to go in, please let your guide know and it is no problem at all (tickets not included).

River Foss

Enjoy a stroll along the river Foss that runs through the heart of York before flowing into the great river Ouse.

10 minutes

Clifford's Tower (Pass By)

Learn about some of the horrific history at this famous old towe.

York Mansion House

The home of the Lord Mayor of the City of York.

5 minutes

Museum Gardens

These beautiful riverside gardens are where an old Abbey once stood and before that a Roman fort.

15 minutes

Exhibition Square

Our tour ends in this central square but your guide will happily point you in the right direction to your hotel, the station or a good old pub or restaurant.

10 minutes