York Trip Overview
The “Capital of the North”, founded by the Roman Empire in 1st century AD, the walled city of York is living history. Come with us to get the insight of York Minster, the 13th-century Gothic cathedral, Jórvík Viking Centre, and other examples of this city’s troublesome past, and for an insider view of modern York.
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Duration: 2 hours
Starts: York, United Kingdom
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting York, England, United Kingdom
The “Capital of the North”, founded by the Roman Empire in 1st century AD, the walled city of York is living history. Come with us to get the insight of York Minster, the 13th-century Gothic cathedral, Jórvík Viking Centre, and other examples of this city’s troublesome past, and for an insider view of modern York.
Itinerary
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Pass By: York Minster, Minster Yard Deangate, York YO1 7HH England
You will see:
York Minster
St Michael-le-Belfrey
Stonegate
All Saints Church
The Shambles
Merchant Adventurers’ Hall
JORVIK Viking Centre
York Castle Museum
York Crown Court
Clifford’s Tower
You will learn about:
The ancient past of this city
Roman Empire and its fall
Saxon rule
The arrival of the Vikings
Medieval age and the road to the kingdom
William the Conqueror
The Scottish Wars
The Industrial Revolution and arrival of the modern age
