York's Best Fun Interactive History Tour - win a trophy!

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York, England

1 hour 15 minutes (approx.)
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

York is an ancient city that’s filled with more history than most tourists realize. Embark on an immersive walking tour and listen to tales of its history, from Roman times to the Vikings to the plague and to present day. Hear stories of Roman toilets, discover the grisly details of Dick Turpin’s execution, and learn about the gruesome cures concocted to cure the Black Death as you pass by the Minster, Jorvik Center, Shambles, Clifford’s Tower and more.

A chance to earn a souvenir trophy at the end of the tour
Stop to snap photos of the city’s historic landmarks as you explore
You won’t get lost in the city’s winding streets with your guide’s help
Great for the whole family, with something for all ages

What's Included

A fun small group tour of York for friends, family and social groups.

Admissions to attractions are not included

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

York Castle Museum
Tower St, York YO1 9RY, UK
The tour guide will be wearing a top hat and a time traveller's' clock. I will be on the steps next to entrance to the museum.

End point

York Minster
Deangate, York YO1 7HH, UK
By the Great East Window of York Minster

Start time
.11:00 am

Itinerary

The Time Traveller's Tour of York

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Clifford's Tower

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Shambles

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

York Minster

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation

Transportation is wheelchair accessible
Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Most travelers can participate
It requires a minimum of four people for the tour to run.
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

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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 168 reviews

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An excellent way to see the city

Adam_F, Sep 2026

Very interactive, entertaining and informative. They put in a lot of effort to make it a fun way to see the city and teach a lot of the history. My wife and I had a great time and highly recommend to anyone visiting York.

This is a fun one

Marilyn_M, May 2025

Fun Different Good history Great team Walk was nice, gorgeous city, good pace, And husband/wife team were the fun part

Response from Host, May 2025

Thank you for your kind review and I am glad you had a good time, all the best Patrick and Claire

Brilliant!!

Steph_H, May 2025

An absolutely brilliant tour! Full of energy and knowledge and just great fun to get stuck into! You get to take part a bit and have a laugh, and Patrick is super knowledgable but also great to chat to. Would recommend to anyone visiting York!