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The Best of York Private Walking Tour: Landmarks & Hidden Gems

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Things to know

Duration:

3 hrs 30 mins

Categories:

City Highlights, Culture, First Time Visitor, History

Private Tour:

You and our own professional guide. 100% exclusive

Transport Mode:

Walking tour: no transportation is included

What's included:

A friendly, professional English-Speaking tour guide for your own private group, Plenty of time to take photos of your favourite places., York Minster admission tickets

What's not included:

Hotel pick up/drop off, Food and drink, Gratuities

Meeting points: Your guide will meet you at the Statue of 'Constantine the Great' (at the feet) located at 4 Minster Yard, York YO1 7JB

What makes this tour special

Discover the best of York with a private tour guide and learn about the rich history of this walled city that was founded by the ancient Romans and is famed for the huge 13th-century Gothic cathedral, York Minster.

On your private walking tour, you will:

Walk along the ancient city walls with spectacular views of the York Minster;
Enjoy a visit to York Minster, and discover its rich history from its Roman roots to the fires that threatened its existence;
See local curiosities, like the oldest inhabited house in York;
Uncover York's very own "Devil", explore King's Square and see the city's very own Roman column, which is over 2000 years old,
Walk along The Shambles, York’s famed street - believed to be used as an inspiration in the Harry Potter films;
See Clifford's tower, an iconic York landmark, and the largest remaining part of York Castle.

With a history dating back to the ancient Romans, the walled city of York is home to a massive 13th-century Gothic cathedral. The city’s walls form an interesting walkway for both visitors and locals alike. Though the city is compact, each street and historic building is steeped in centuries and even millennia of history. Uncover the magic of York with your private local guide.

Marvel in the spectacular views of York Minster, one of northern Europe’s largest cathedrals and an architectural masterpiece that emits a radiating glow over the city.

Let history continue to unfold before you, as you pass the place where Guy Fawkes was born, now a pub with his namesake. Weaving through the city, you'll discover one of the world’s best-preserved medieval streets as mentioned in the Domesday Book of 1086. Take in the skinny 14th-century alleyways and overhanging timber buildings as you walk down The Shambles street, and stop to admire Clifford's Tower, the largest remains of York's Medieval Castle.

St Helen's Square is dominated by the grandeur of the Mansion House, the Lord Mayor’s official residence. Similarly resplendent, Guildhall is located beyond the Mansion House and is an imposing Grade I listed building situated on the River Ouse.

The tour finishes at The Star Inn, an old engine house that sits on the edge of the Museum Gardens by the River Ouse. Now a lovely restaurant, and your guide's favourite place to eat, it's a real taste of Yorkshire.