York Small-Group Evening Walking Tour with Guide

York, GB
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Highlights

  • Explore the 1000-year story of York Minster
  • Discover the hidden 15th-century merchant's house at Barley Hall
  • Walk through the famous and well-preserved medieval street, Shambles
  • Take in the panoramic view of 2000 years of history at Exhibition Square
  • Experience the royal palace where King Henry VIII stayed at King's Manor

Meeting Point

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 your name displayed on a sign so you should be able to find us (please do not join any tour that does not have your name on a sign as it won't be ours!

Meeting point

York , United Kingdom

End point

End Point

The tour ends in the heart of town at Whip-Ma-Whop-Ma-Gate, at the end of the Shambles

Meeting point

York , United Kingdom

End point

What to expect

1

Exhibition Square

The square in which it is possible to see 2000 years of history - from the Romans to the present day - just by turning in a circle.

Duration 10 minutes
Admission Admission Included
2

King's Manor

York's royal palace. King Henry VIII stayed here - behind the smallest window in York

Duration 5 minutes
3

York Minster

Discover the 1000 year story of the largest gothic building in Britain - and find out why it's called a Minster

Duration 10 minutes
Admission Admission Not Included
4

Barley Hall

Discover a 15th century merchant's house hidden in the warren of 'Snickelways'

Duration 10 minutes
5

Shambles

Explore York's most famous and best-preserved medieval street - the inspiration for Diagon Alley

Duration 10 minutes

The experience can be subject to change due to bad weather or unforseen circumstances. We always endeavour to give you the best possible experience.

Additional Information

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    Wheelchair accessible
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    Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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    Service animals allowed
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    Public transportation options are available nearby
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    Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
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    All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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    Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What our experts say

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    Grab dinner at The Black Swan nearby.
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    Visit the Shambles for unique shops.
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    Check out local ghost stories at pubs.
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    Take a stroll along the River Ouse.
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    Don't miss out on the illuminated Minster.

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