Britain · CITY TOURS IN YORK
Think of this as the list you would text a friend landing next week: 10 city tours in York worth the money, with the one thing to know before committing to each.
Review of York’s River Ouse sightseeing cruise, with live commentary, city views, onboard bar, practical tips, value, and booking advice.
“We really loved the personal commentary from Andrew who was very well spoken and knowledgeable, not a recorded commentary.”
Review of York’s 45-minute River Ouse sightseeing cruise, with landmark views, captain’s commentary, prices, tips, access, and honest drawbacks.
“Great experience, left on time and with helpful and friendly staff. Good value for money and the commentary was really good and insightful aswell.”
York’s hop-on hop-off bus links 20 stops, city walls, Clifford’s Tower, York Minster, and more with useful commentary.
“Charlotte was an excellent tour guide. She took the time to understand the group and adapted the tour to suit. Super informative and knowledgeable engaging all. Thank you !”
Explore York’s Snickelways, Shambles, Minster, Roman ruins, and Viking past on a friendly 90-minute tour for groups of eight.
“This was a fantastic walking tour of York. Alfred was very knowledgeable and interesting to listen to. We learnt a lot about the history of York and would highly recommend this tour.”
York’s hop-on hop-off bus links 20 city stops with history, flexible 24-hour use, open-air views, and practical tips for good value.
“A great way to get the lay of the land and hear some history. We went around a time and a half before we decided to get off.”
Review of J & M York City Walking Tours, a two-hour history walk covering York Minster, the Shambles, city walls, guilds, Vikings, Romans, and more.
“Highly recommend this small group tour. Most enjoyable and informative. Perfectly paced. Nick our guide was extremely knowledgeable. He had a strong clear voice and answered many questions along the way. Top marks.”
Explore York’s Roman, Viking, and medieval past on a witty walking tour with city walls, famous sights, and excellent value.
“We had a very informative and interesting tour, it was only a small group which made it easy to ask questions and receive answers. Very relaxed approach and humorous at times, I learned a lot about the history of York, things I would have not known if I hadn’t been on the tour.”
Review of the York City Pass, covering 30 attractions, value, timing, transport, booking tips, and who should buy it.
“The ghost tour we took was very informative and interesting. Our guide was an excellent story teller. I was under the impression that we would be accessing more haunted places where ghosts/spirits were seen and experienced. Although there was some of that on the tour, it was more of a history of the town. Nevertheless, it was worth the price and was an exceptional tour. I would definitely recommend it to anyone. Our trip to York was amazing. Such great history and friendly people!”
York Pass review: compare value, attractions, transport, booking rules, and practical tips for seeing York in one to three busy days.
“Worth every penny. Managed to fit in around 10 venues on Sunday. Even the rain couldn’t put us off. Enjoyed it so much will go again.”
Review of York’s $21 hop-on hop-off bus tour, with 20 stops, English commentary, major sights, timing, value, and practical tips.
“Enjoyable tour with useful information about York's history. Friendly tour guides. Many thanks.”
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