York Private Walking Tour
At a Glance
Type
Walking Tours
Duration
3 hours
Rating
4.7/5 (3)
Price
From ~$223/group
Fitness
Moderate - The tour invol...
Tour Details
A private guided walking tour with a dedicated guide around the historic streets of York. We'll take you to the best and most beautiful sights that the city has to offer. Along the way you'll learn about some of the great history of York along the way. We can customise the route to meet your interests if you want to tweak our regular tour.
There is no other private tour of York like this and we'll visit almost every point of interest in the city as you can see from the details below!
What Makes This Tour Special
This private walking tour offers a fully customizable route tailored to individual interests, covering nearly all major points of interest in York including the Minster, city walls, Shambles, and lesser-known medieval alleys. The guide provides detailed historical accounts and local anecdotes.
- Flexible itinerary tailored to specific interests ranging from Roman to Victorian history.
- Personalized attention with a dedicated private guide knowledgeable about York’s diverse history.
- Comprehensive coverage including key landmarks and hidden historical details rarely covered in group tours.
- Ability to explore quieter side streets and access viewpoints along the city walls.
- Inclusion of stories and facts that reflect York's social, religious, and economic development.
Historical Background
York, founded by the Romans in AD 71 as Eboracum, later became a major Viking settlement known as Jórvik. The city's medieval walls, York Minster, and cobbled streets reflect its development through Roman, Viking, and medieval periods.
Is This Tour Worth It?
This walking tours activity is highly rated at 4.7/5 across 3 reviews, running 3 hours from ~$223 per group.
Best For
FamiliesPrivate groups
Less ideal for: Those with limited mobility · Wheelchair users
Pros
- +Outstanding rating: 4.7/5
- +Booked through Viator
Cons
- -Cancellation policy not specified
- -Requires moderate - the tour involves walking approximately 3-4 miles over cobbled and uneven surfaces, including some inclines when accessing the city walls. fitness level
- -Higher price point
- -Inclusions not listed
