Tour in York

Large ancient stone blocks on grass with historic buildings and trees under a blue sky
5.0(15)
From ~$82
per group
1h 30m
City Tours
York

Private Roman Tour of York

At a Glance

Type
City Tours
Duration
1h 30m
Rating
5.0/5 (15)
Price
From ~$82/group
Fitness
Moderate - The tour invol...

Tour Details

Explore Roman York, at your own pace with your own personal tour guide! This is a new private bespoke tour run by York Walls Tours - with over 100 5 star reviews for our other tours on Trip Advisor! Your private guide will take you on a informative and entertaining trip around York, discovering its fascinating Roman past, where for over 300 years the most dangerous province in the entire Roman Empire was governed from. Learn about the emperors who visited (and died here!), discover lost sites missed by tourists and explore the extraordinary history of this most iconic of Roman Cities, from Dark age battles to lost legions, crazed emperors to gladiator cemetaries, the private Roman tour of York has it all!

What Makes This Tour Special

This private tour offers personalized pacing with an expert guide knowledgeable about lesser-known Roman sites in York, including areas not accessible to general tourists. The guide provides detailed narratives about Roman military life, emperors who visited, and archaeological discoveries.
  • Private, bespoke tour tailored to individual interests and pace.
  • Access to lesser-known Roman sites and archaeological insights.
  • Guides with extensive local expertise and over 100 five-star reviews.
  • Focus on detailed historical narratives including Dark Age battles and gladiator cemeteries.
  • Opportunity to learn about Roman York beyond common tourist information.

Historical Background

York, originally known as Eboracum, was founded by the Romans in 71 AD as a military fortress. It served as the capital of the Roman province of Britannia Inferior for over three centuries and played a strategic role in controlling northern Britain and defending against northern tribes.

Is This Tour Worth It?

This city tours activity is highly rated at 5.0/5 across 15 reviews, running 1h 30m from ~$82 per group.

Best For

FamiliesPrivate groups
Less ideal for: Those with limited mobility · Wheelchair users

Pros

  • +Outstanding rating: 5.0/5
  • +Booked through Viator

Cons

  • -Cancellation policy not specified
  • -Requires moderate - the tour involves walking on uneven surfaces along the city walls and archaeological sites over 2-3 hours. fitness level
  • -Inclusions not listed

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