Why choose this York tour ?

Blaze a trail and join our York Fire Walk, as we light the fuse of the city’s fiery history. In the company of our expert guides, Dr Simon Rogerson and Dr Liam Herringshaw, you’ll meet a far-sighted volcano-chaser, the Frenchman who saved York from burning to the ground, and discover how York Minster popped up in the Land of Fire. Oh yes, and there’s a chap called Guy Fawkes. On the York Fire Walk, there are bound to be fireworks!

We are also happy to offer the York Fire Walk as a private tour. Please email to make a private booking enquiry.



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What makes York Fire Walk a unique experience ?

In York’s historic Museum Gardens, we’ll learn where to cremate a Roman emperor, and how (not) to fight The Battle of the Bowling Green.

In Exhibition Square, outside York Art Gallery, we’ll discuss slag, soldiers, and fiery artwork, before heading through Bootham Bar towards York Minster.

Outside St Michael le Belfrey Church we will tell how a group of York schoolboys became embroiled in the Gunpowder Plot…

In Minster Yard, near the South entrance, we’ll paint a picture of the fires that have engulfed York Minster over the years.

At 23 Stonegate, we’ll tell the explosive life story of one of York’s most important scientists.

Outside the City Screen, by the ruins of St Martin’s Church, we’ll tell the story of the Frenchman who helped save York from burning to the ground.

In St Sampson’s Square, we’ll learn how to keep a Roman legion warm and happy.

On Coppergate, we’ll discuss the fires of Viking industry, and how they were revealed by the remarkable Jorvik dig.

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
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels


Options To Choose for Your Trip:

  • York Fire Walk
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    York Fire Walk: We start in York Museum Gardens and finish at the Coppergate Shopping Centre.
  • York Bonfire Walk
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    Duration: 1 hour: The York Bonfire Walk is a fire-powered family tour of York, offered specially for Bonfire Night.

York Fire Walk Inclusions:

Included with Your Ticket

  • An on-foot tour of York led by an expert guide

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Special Instructions:

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  • This Tour is Provided by York’s Hidden History Walks.
  • 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 6 valid reviews on VIATOR.
  • Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
  • Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.