Christmas Guided Walking Tour in York
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Duration 1 hour 30 minutes
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Guided by Blue Badge Guide
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Wheelchair accessible
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Daily festive tours
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Explore Christmas history
Experience the magic of Christmas in York with a guided walking tour through the city's festive past and traditions, led by an expert guide.
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Guided walking tour from professional blue badge tourist guide
Experience the magic of Christmas in York with a guided walking tour through the city's festive past and traditions, led by an expert guide.
Highlights
- Explore the history and traditions of Christmases past
- Walk through the medieval streets adorned with twinkling lights
- Discover if York is England's most Christmassy City
- Learn about the origins of Rudolph's red nose
- Experience the festive spirit in Britain's original Christmas City
What to expect
York Minster
Did the first Christmas Festival take place here in 521AD? What is on the Altar at York Minster? Shelter in the shadow of this magnificent Gothic Minster and marvel at the Christmas Festivals this part of York has seen over the last 1500 Years.
York Theatre Royal
We pass by the Theatre Royal as we venture to another historical cultural venue and find out the significance of a Victorian Author who created Christmas as we know it.
York Mansion House
York - The Chocolate City. Christmas wouldn't be complete without this festive York-born treat!
Stonegate
Enjoy the wonderful lights and hear stories of medieval Christmas and the shopping of Christmas past.
The Roman Bath
What happened at Saturnalia, the Roman December festival? What did we take from it for our celebrations today.
Shambles Market
Should we really kiss under the mistletoe? and why would you eat fruitcake with cheese?
Parish of All Saints' Pavement
The Viking Mid-Winter Solstice is explored - what did we take from it for our traditional Christmas.
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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Don't forget your Christmas Jumper!
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Try the mulled wine at the market.
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Visit the Christmas Market after the tour.
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Check out nearby York Minster.
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Explore the medieval streets post-tour.
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