J & M York City Walking Tours

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York City Guided Tour

2 Adults x $15.41

$30.82

Approx Total

$30.82

Inclusions / Exclusions

Mobile ticket
Offered in: English
No free inclusions

Museum and attraction Entry fees. Price range £6 - £17

Overview

A tour 6000 years in the making! (Ask your guide about your ghost walk - just £5 per person when booking this walking tour.) Discover York on this highly rated tour as we head off the tourist beat to discover the real history of York. From the cities origins, we look at the defences, and architecture, Robert the Bruce, Oliver Cromwell, Constantine the Great, kings and queens and many others who would shape the cities rich past. Along the way you'll see the flora and Fauna, city walls, and snickleways as we debunk the cities myths and walk in the footsteps of Romans to tourist! No stone is left unturned on this exciting story of York.

Itinerary

York (Pass By)

Our guide will show you what makes York so unique, the Medieval walls and Gateways, the Minster, the ancient Shambles, Lantern towers, rivers and castle. See the grave of Dick Turpin and walk through 2000 years of the cities heritage follow in the footsteps of ancient tribes, Romans, Kings and Queens and some of histories most notorious. Our guides can also take you around the museums of your choice for an additional fee.
York Minster

The largest Gothic Cathedral in Northern Europe, York Minster took 252 years too build. There are Minster guides inside, tours last an hour.

20 minutes
Clifford's Tower (Pass By)

Walking around the Motte of the castle built in 1069, your guide will bring alive its bloody and dark secrets, walk in the grounds of what would have been on elf the finest castles in England.
Merchant Adventurers' Hall (Pass By)

Walk down into the Medieval levels of the City and let our guide tell you about the richest Guild in York and the part the traders played in Yorks prosperity. Find out how important women were in this guild.
Shambles

The street of the Butchers, our guide will take to the shrine of St Margaret Clitheroe, and exploring with to uncover the secrets of one of Yorks oldest streets.

10 minutes
St Cuthbert's Church

We take a look at this medieval church with its rich history, built partially from Roman brick work it also features Saxon and Norman architecture. Its most unique feature is its 'Devils door' we will unravel the truth behind the myth.

6 minutes
York City Walls

We take in a section of the medieval walls where you'll see the cities Roman defences, danish earthwork and discover its medieval past, sieges, and Victorian alterations. We will also pass by the old Jewish quarter of the city.

15 minutes
Statue of Constantine the Great

Learn about the origins of York, its visiting emperors and delve into the story of Constantine the Great, his effect on Christianity and York.

10 minutes
The Black Swan

As we enter the old Hungate Parish, you'll discover the Black Swan, its famous residents and links to the battle of Quebec. Near by is a building whose architecture reflects the Irish heritage of the area as well as having a chance to spot one of Yorks famous Black Cats.

5 minutes
Merchant Taylors' Hall

On the city walls you'll see the Merchant Taylors, discover how guilds became the economic centre of Cities like York, the Taylors significance to the city and its role today.

4 minutes
Shambles Market

Visit the market and discover their significance in Yorks economic growth.

5 minutes
Monk Bar

One of 6 gates in York you'll discover its role in the city defences, the legend of the Wild men of York as well as our Bars more gruesome uses.

5 minutes
N/A

As we walk along this Saxon street you'll discover the Dutch House, it's significance to architectural changes after the Great fire of London and the emergence of Insurance policies.

5 minutes
Kings Square

In this ancient square you'll discover the meaning behind our street names and thinner Viking heritage and learn about the very centre of the city of Jorvic

5 minutes
York Castle Museum

From out side we'll look at the old building s of the museum looking at prison reform, the building usage in the past and delve into the myth and stories behind the real Dick Turpin.

7 minutes

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
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Free Cancellation

June 11100% refund

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We had a great experience touring New York City with Jonathan. He's a great tour guide and he made it very memorable and enjoyable. The tour was also super informative and I'm glad to have had a great tour guide during my visit in NYC. Would definitely recommend this tour to anyone looking for a tour her We had a great experience touring New York City with Jonathan. He's a great tour guide and he made it very memorable and enjoyable. The tour was also super informative and I'm glad to have had a great tour guide during my visit in NYC. Would definitely recommend this tour to anyone looking for a tour her We had a great experience touring New York City with Jonathan. He's a great tour guide and he made it very memorable and enjoyable. The tour was also super informative and I'm glad to have had a great tour guide during my visit in NYC. Would definitely recommend this tour to anyone looking for a tour her We had a great experience touring New York City with Jonathan. He's a great tour guide and he made it very memorable and enjoyable. The tour was also super informative and I'm glad to have had a great tour guide during my visit in NYC. Would definitely recommend this tour to anyone looking for a tour her We had a great experience touring New York City with Jonathan. He's a great tour guide and he made it very memorable and enjoyable. The tour was also super informative and I'm glad to have had a great tour guide during my visit in NYC. Would definitely recommend this tour to anyone looking for a tour her We had a great experience touring New York City with Jonathan. He's a great tour guide and he made it very memorable and enjoyable. The tour was also super informative and I'm glad to have had a great tour guide during my visit in NYC. Would definitely recommend this tour to anyone looking for a tour her

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York walking tour

Published on Mar, 2025

Really enjoyed this tour. The guide was very knowledgeable and made history fun. Good ratio of walking/talking and taking in the the views.

Nick was an outstanding...

Published on Mar, 2025

Nick was an outstanding guide - engaging and extremely knowledgeable, and able to answer all questions with confidence and nuance.

Really interesting tour

Published on Feb, 2025

Informative - I learnt a lot. Fantastic way to get to know York. We’ve been to the city a number of times but this tour got us to see York in a whole different light! Totally worth it!

Great tour!

Published on Feb, 2025

Really enjoyed this tour. Nick is a great guide, very knowledgeable, happy to answer plenty of questions and his passion for history really shines through. Definitely recommend doing this tour.

Top tour guide

Published on Feb, 2025

Tour guide was incredible. Very knowledgeable and witty. Kept to a good pace. Great stops along the way - major and niche.

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