Britain · HISTORY TOURS IN YORK
Think of this as the list you would text a friend landing next week: 10 history tours in York worth the money, with the one thing to know before committing to each.
Review of Shadows of York Ghost Walk, a 90-minute evening tour with grim tales, theatrical guides, Minster views, and the Shambles.
“Nice tour of york's dark past. Narration live and entertaining. Perhaps not as 'scary' as i would expect, but thats subjective.”
Explore York’s Roman, Viking, medieval, and Tudor past on a private walking tour with hotel pickup and a flexible local guide.
“Alan is an exceptional guide, incredibly knowledgeable and he made my first ever visit to York most enjoyable and informative. I would highly recommend this tour.”
Explore York’s witches, snickelways, and famous sights on a theatrical 75-minute walking tour priced at $22 per person.
“It was fun, informative and our guide was bewitching 😊”
Review of York’s Witches and History Walking Tour, with medieval sights, lively guides, practical tips, price advice, and itinerary details.
“We had an amazing time. Our tour guide was merlot. We couldn't have had anyone better, he mad us laugh with his phrases he is so knowledgeable and very interesting to listen to. We really enjoyed the tour”
Explore York’s dark past on a 90-minute ghost and history walk featuring plague, murder, torture, folklore, and lively storytelling.
“Ellie our guide was brilliant. I really enjoyed the walk & listening to the history of York. My 3 children really loved being involved in acting out the gruesome be headings & tortures. I would recommend doing this activity, suitable for families, couples, groups & singletons.”
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 Shadows of York, a 90-minute ghost walk through York’s dark past, with theatrical guides, grim tales, practical tips, and value advice.
“Me and my partner absolutely loved it. The history and the ghost stories were amazing and made me jump a few times! The lady (sorry can’t remember her name) was superb in retelling the history and the ghosts of York.”
Explore York’s medieval streets, hear tales of Turpin and Fawkes, and taste local chocolate on this lively 75-minute walking tour.
“Really good tour and very interesting. Informative and saw a lot of York. Good host who was knowledgeable”
Explore York’s secret courtyards, snickelways, landmarks, and chocolate on a lively 75-minute character-led walking tour.
“Loved the tour and loved the guide, it was a lot of fun!”
Explore York’s pub past on a friendly two-hour walking tour with guide Keith, historic stories, ghost tales, and a discounted drink stop.
“Nice man called Keith he was very friendly and his knowledge was amazing we really enjoyed it and learnt a lot”
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