Why choose this York tour ?

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!



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What makes The Best of York on Foot in a Small Group a unique experience ?

The magnificent ruins of the largest abbey in northern England

A stunning Victorian botanic garden containing the standing remains of the Roman fortress – the place where York began!

The largest medieval gothic cathedral in northern Europe

Explore the labyrinth of medieval shortcuts or ‘Snickelways’

The best-preserved medieval street in Europe – famous across the world as the inspiration for Diagon Alley

Tour Description & 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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The Best of York on Foot in a Small Group Inclusions:

Included with Your Ticket

  • Personalised greeting sign at the meeting point
  • Multimedia illustrations accompany the tour – all guides carry iPads
  • Complementary map of York

Not Included

  • Entrance fees: the tour is outdoors and does not include museums or the interior of the cathedral.

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Special 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!

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  • This Tour is Provided by Yorktour.
  • Tour Timezone & Starts at Europe/London.
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
  • This Tour is Rated 5 Stars based on 664 valid reviews on VIATOR.
  • Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
  • Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.