Top Yorkshire Sightseeing Tours - page 3

The North York Moors National Park and Whitby make ideal day trips from York. On this private tour with hotel pickup, visit top attractions including 7th-century Whitby Abbey and enjoy England’s northern countryside with just your party.

A beautiful and historic city, York is perfect for discovering on foot. Enjoy the services of a local guide on this private tour, which can be tailored to start and finish at the city-center locations of your choice. You'll see sights like medieval York Minster, the spectacular York City Walls, the Shambles, with its overhanging medieval houses, and the Clifford's Tower fortress.

York has a fascinating Roman past and this private tour unpacks it more efficiently than you could likely do alone. View the city’s Roman relics, including its Roman Column, York Minster—built over a Roman basilica– and other points of interest, all with guided commentary for background. Along the way, hear about mad emperors and lost legions; and discover how a posting to York was considered dangerous in Roman times.

Learn about York's history and legends on a 2-hour Viking walking tour with a private guide, Sigwulf. You'll walk through town to see historical landmarks and listen to stories from the Viking days. Departure time is flexible to suit your preferences.

This is a great choice for first-time visitors to York. Enjoy the personalized experience of a private tour that helps you uncover York’s famous sights—such as the York Minster and St. Mary’s Abbey—as well as secret corners of the city that you likely wouldn’t uncover if exploring alone. As it’s a private tour, you can also make requests if there are any particular places you’d like to see.

Skip the busy ghost tours, and see the spooky side of York on a self-guided ghost tour. You’ll download a cellphone App, then listen to an audio tour to track down the ghouls and spirits that haunt the city of York. Linger where and when you want, or complete the tour within an hour; the experience is independent so you have the freedom to enjoy it on your own terms.

Take a break from bustling York on a full-day tour of Herriot and the Yorkshire Dales, and travel across the mountainous region with ease via air-conditioned vehicle. Discover the region’s top attractions, including the filming location for "Darrowby" in the TV series "All Creatures Great and Small", Bolton Abbey, and Penistone Hill, and benefit from insights provided by your guide, as well as the more personalized experience of a small-group tour.

Get the lowdown on Whitby’s historic East Side, with a self-guided audio tour that lets you explore at your own pace. After downloading the cellphone App, you can start the tour whenever you wish, following a carefully prepared route around the seaside neighborhood. Tales of Charles Dickens’ characters, the Penny Hedge, and vampire blood complete the experience.

Explore Durham's rich history and culture on a private half-day walking tour. Stroll through cobbled streets, picturesque bridges, and scenic riverside paths while uncovering 1,000 years of fascinating stories, from saints to the city's intriguing past. Marvel at the stunning Durham Cathedral, a UNESCO World Heritage site and a prime example of 11th-century Norman architecture. Take a break at a cozy café to enjoy coffee and cake, making this a perfect outing with an expert local guide. - Private half-day walking tour with a knowledgeable local guide - Visit the iconic Durham Cathedral, a UNESCO World Heritage site - Enjoy coffee and cake at one of Durham's charming cafes - Discover the city's history through captivating stories and sights

Explore the stunning Northumberland coastline on a guided tour that takes you to Bamburgh Castle and the historic Holy Island of Lindisfarne. Discover the rich Anglo-Saxon heritage at Bamburgh, once the stronghold of Northumbrian kings, and enjoy mead tastings at Lindisfarne Winery. This exclusive tour offers a private guide, allowing for personalized insights into the area’s history and culture. With free time to wander the enchanting village of Lindisfarne and the beautiful Bamburgh beach, immerse yourself in the captivating beauty of Northumberland. - Duration: 8 hours with pick-up from your location - Private transportation in an SUV for comfort - Entry to Bamburgh Castle included (self-guided tour of the castle) - Guided tour of Lindisfarne village with mead tastings at Lindisfarne Winery

This Private Tour provides the opportunity for you to get out into the countryside to enjoy the fresh air and stunning landscape of the Yorkshire Dales National Park. We will pick you up from your hotel (or other location of your choice) at 10.00am and head out of town for a circular tour of Wharfedale and Nidderdale, with alternative potential stops at Bolton Abbey, Burnsall, Pateley Bridge and Fountains Abbey to suit your preferences. There will also be scenic photo stops along the way. You will be able to buy food and drinks en route, but feel free to bring your own food along and we will stop somewhere suitable for you to have a picnic away from any crowds. The itinerary for this tour is flexible, talk to your Driver when you set off to decide how you want to spend your time, based upon your personal preferences. Departs 10.00am and drops off 2.30pm.

Discover the delights of the English countryside—and make exploring beyond city limits simple, even if you don't have a car—on this full-day trip to the Yorkshire Dales. Departing from York, visit Bolton Castle (admission tickets own expense) and the village of Askrigg before delving into the heart of Yorkshire Dales National Park. Travel to the picturesque village of Kettlewell, and explore sights made famous in British films and TV shows.

Puzzle fans need look no further than this immersive York treasure hunt murder mystery, set in 1491, that’s sent to your phone (over the Telegram app) as a series of riddles. Discover classic sights and quirky delights as you unravel each cryptic clue, unlock the path to the next location—and bring the criminal to justice. You’ll cover around 2.5 miles (4 kilometers), with two optional pub breaks en route.

Sheffield can sometimes feel inaccessible to foreign visitors. Take the mystery out of your visit by exploring with a local on a private walking tour. This is a personalized walking tour where you will discover the exterior of monuments, including museums; however, if you would like to include a museum visit, we can provide a customized itinerary—just let us know beforehand. Your guide contacts you in advance to understand your interests and preferences, ensuring a tour that focuses only on what excites you. As you wander through the city, your guide shares insights into Sheffield's culture, history, and local life, revealing hidden gems and iconic landmarks alike. Perfect for families, solo travelers, or couples, this private tour allows you to experience Sheffield through the eyes of a local expert, providing insider knowledge and memorable moments you won’t find on your own.

See the historic buildings and monuments of York through a lens on this unique walking photography tour. Take photos with the guidance of your professional photographer guide, and learn about the history of the ancient city as you go. Learn how to take photographs of landscapes, buildings and street portraits on your own camera, whether you have a state-of-the-art machine or you’re using your smartphone.

Discover the highlights of York with ease on this private guided walking tour. Opting for a private tour, instead of a shared group tour, means you can ask questions throughout and customize the route to suit your needs. Places showcased on the tour include historical buildings—such as the York Minster—and interesting attractions, such as the JORVIK Viking Centre.

During the festive season, the historic city of York is undoubtedly at its most magical. Enhance your expereince of York at Christmas time on a private 2-hour walking tour, ideal for families and first-time visitors. Alongside your personal guide, you’ll visit top York attractions such as York Minster and The Shambles, and learn about the city’s 2,000-year-old history. Being a private tour, the itinerary and start time can be customized according to your interests.

York is amazing. King George VI once said, 'The history of York is the history of England'. Well he wasn't wrong. The city has been home to Romans, Saxons, Vikings and Normans. It has been the 'capital' of the north and has been a centre for trade, commerce and power through the centuries. Today York is a vibrant, modern city with one of the best windows on the past that you will ever find. Join me on a tour of my fascinating home city to learn more about its history and what has made it the city it is today. Walk in the footsteps of Roman soldiers and marauding Vikings, pass through medieval streets, stand in the shadow of one of the world's great cathedrals and take in the view from the city walls.

Designed for travelers with a historical interest in the supernatural, this private 2-hour ghost tour of York — one of the most haunted cities in the world — allows you to customize your itinerary to suit you. Choose to visit sites with countless reports of ghost sightings, including York Minster, and The Shambles, and listen to frightening tales rooted in York’s 2,000-year-old history. The start time and location of your tour is up to you.

Venture into the wild and windswept lands of the North York Moors on this full-day tour from York. Drive through the countryside to reach North York Moors National Park and enjoy a walk amongst nature. Learn the legacy of Dracula and Captain James Cook in the seaside resort of Whitby. Next, spot filming locations from British TV series 'Heartbeat' and the Harry Potter movies in Goathland, where you board the famous North Yorkshire Moors steam railway for a spectacular ride home.

With rich Roman and Viking history and beautiful architecture, York is among England’s must-see cities—but exploring independently means you may miss its hidden secrets. On this private walking tour, follow your guide through historic York and find out what makes the city special. Explore top attractions like Clifford's Tower, the Jorvik Viking Centre, the Roman walls, and St Mary’s Abbey, and enjoy skip-the-line access and sweeping views along the River Ouse.

Cut out the crowds, and discover Durham with your own private guide—a local expert who knows the city well. You’ll get insights into the cathedral quarter, the historic university, and the medieval history of the city as you walk, and learn about Durham’s industrial development through the ages, too. Extra bonus: the operator remains committed to ensuring any Covid-19 policies are adhered to on the tours.

This is the ultimate Yorkshire Dales adventure! Enjoy the luxury of having round-trip door-to-door transport included on this private tour. Save time by seeing many highlights of the Yorkshire Dales in a day, including Bolton Castle, Askrigg, Pateley Bridge, Hawes, and more. You’ll also visit the award-winning Wensleydale Creamery, where the delicious Wensleydale cheese is produced.

York is known for its medieval streets, ancient city walls, and beautifully-preserved buildings; and this private tour is the perfect way to make the most of your visit. Instead of studying a map, look up and admire the sights as a private guide shows you the city’s must-see sights. Places passed on the route include the York Minster, the building where Guy Fawkes was born, Clifford’s Tower, and the Shambles.