Private York Christmas Walking Tour

York, England

2 hours (approx.)
Pickup offered
Group discounts
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

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.

Get inside tips from a local
Soak up the atmosphere on a walking tour
Step back in time on a history tour
Informative, friendly and professional guide
Private guide for a more personalized experience
Perfect introduction for first-time visitors

What's Included

Private guide

Food and drinks

Meeting and Pickup

You can head directly to the meeting point, or request pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

We will meet you at the reception of your hotel, or alternatively anywhere of your choosing (for example we can meet you after lunch at your restaurant, or alternatively finish the tour somewhere where you can get something to eat / drink)

Meeting point

Roman column in Minster Yard
11 Minster Yard, York YO1 7HH, UK
Outside York Minster near the entrance to the gift shop is the Roman Column. Its easy to find and right in the centre of town, a great place to meet!

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

York City Walls

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

York Minster

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

St. Mary's Abbey

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Barley Hall

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Shambles

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Jorvik Viking Centre

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Clifford's Tower

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

York Castle Museum

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults

Not wheelchair accessible
Most travelers can participate
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

5.0

based on 7 reviews

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Learn About York History

Michelle_C, Nov 2025

What a great walking tour in York. We learned so much history about York that we didn't know. Was a great walking tour. Would highly recommend to take this tour.