Shared Walking Tour in York
Overview
We'll then preceed to York Minster yard, where you'll learn all about the Minsters rich history. We'll also visit several other famous spots in York, including The Shambles, Museum Gardens, and many more!
The important thing to remember when booking, is that no 2 tours are the same! Depending on how much time you have and what your interests are I'll make each tour as personalised as I'm able.
The tour stops listed are just a few of many other places I can take you in York, so if you decide to come back for another tour, you can guarantee it will be very different from the previous excursion!
However, if you find you're pressed for time, that's not a problem! I can focus on the places you're interested in, and wrap everything up to fit into your schedule.
Inclusions
- All Fees and Taxes
- Entry/Admission - Museum Gardens
What to expect
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Minster Yard, York YO1 7JF England
You'll hear about the complete history of York's beautiful Minster, including details about the carvings, it's medieval history and maybe even have a chat with the stone masons!
Duration: 40 minutes
Stop At: Museum Gardens Museum Street, York YO1 7FR England
Hear the rich history of the Museum Gardens and maybe even say hello to the falconers and their birds of prey!
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: St. Mary's Abbey, Museum Gardens Museum Street, York YO1 7FR England
Experience the history of St Mary's Abbey in Museum Gardens. This timeless gem is a must on this tour and is sure to impress any history buff!
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Shambles Market, 5 Silver Street, York YO1 8RY England
Experience some the oldest places still standing in York at the Shambles and the Shambles market, along with tales that are both astounding and some a little grusome!
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Parish of All Saints' Pavement, High Ousegate, York England
Experience the rich history of the church of All Saints Pavement, with some incredible and surprising stories!
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Shrine of Saint Margaret Clitherow, 35 The Shambles, York YO1 7LZ England
Learn all about Saint Margaret Clitherow and her harrowing and noble story.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Clifford's Tower, Tower Street, York YO1 9SA England
Learn the historical and sometimes gruesome stories of Clifford's Tower, and the history of the monarchs who are connected to it.
Duration: 30 minutes
Additional information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
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Great tour. Dave told many stories that made the scenery and historical things more relatable. Would recommend.
Great tour. Dave told many stories that made the scenery and historical things more relatable. Would recommend.David’s tour of York was an excellent introduction to York for us. David is extremely knowledgeable, personable and enthusiastic and his tour really brings the details of the town and its history to life. He helped us see so many of the pieces you’d normally miss. We learned a great deal about Yo...
David’s tour of York was an excellent introduction to York for us. David is extremely knowledgeable, personable and enthusiastic and his tour really brings the details of the town and its history to life. He helped us see so many of the pieces you’d normally miss. We learned a great deal about York Minster, the Museum Gardens, the city walls, and The Shambles, among many other topics. Our tour truly took us to places and angles we would not have seen otherwise. David welcomed our questions and gave us his full attention .Totally captivating! Free small group tour. Dave knows his history and made it come alive! Nothing scripted and a real insight into the novel curiosities of York.
Totally captivating! Free small group tour. Dave knows his history and made it come alive! Nothing scripted and a real insight into the novel curiosities of York.Excellent tour of York, lasting for as little or as long as you'd like. David is a brilliant and experienced guide with a charming personality.
Excellent tour of York, lasting for as little or as long as you'd like. David is a brilliant and experienced guide with a charming personality.If you’re gonna do any tour of York, make it this one. Dave could tell you the history of every square inch of this city! Super knowledgeable.
If you’re gonna do any tour of York, make it this one. Dave could tell you the history of every square inch of this city! Super knowledgeable.Dave gave the most interesting and incredible tour of the Minster today. He has a true gift of blending the history, architecture and restoration beautifully. He gives you the complete background so that all his facts end up in a delightful story. You are so captivated you forget you are learning...
Dave gave the most interesting and incredible tour of the Minster today. He has a true gift of blending the history, architecture and restoration beautifully. He gives you the complete background so that all his facts end up in a delightful story. You are so captivated you forget you are learning amazing facts. If you are in York make it point to go on one of Dave’s tours. Highlight of my trip!