Ultimate York Self Guided Walking Tour with App
4.4 /5 41 reviews
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Discover the enchanting city of York with this comprehensive self-guided app based walking tour which combines city sightseeing with a short walk along the wall and haunted locations
Highlights
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Discover the history of York and the influence of the Romans, Vikings and Normans.
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The tour covers all the highlights of the city and is perfect for first time visitors
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Get a chance to walk along the walls of York between two gates and admire the view.
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Don't have time for a separate ghost tour? No problem! Hear 3 tales of sinister and haunted events in the heart of York.
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Discover fun facts like the origin of the names "snickleways" and "shambles"​
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Explore York at your own pace, pausing to enter sites, grab a pint or take photos when you wish to
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100% satisfaction guaranteed: If you’re not completely satisfied, write to us and we give you a full refund
About this activity
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Free Cancellation
Cancel up to 1 day in advance for a full refund
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Valid 365 days
Tour is valid for 1 year and can be used multiple times​​​
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Activity Duration
1 hour
Full Description​​​
Rated 4.4/ 5 on GetYourGuide and 5/5 on Tripdavisor! This self-guided tour is ideal for those who are in York for a day and want to get a taste of everything that York has to offer while having the freedom to linger and dive deeper into the sites that capture their interest. The tour spans just over 3 kilometers and takes a little over an hour to complete. Start your adventure at the St Mary’s Abbey, then climb on top of the wall, pass by the York Minster, wander through the snickelways and ramble along The Shambles, one of England’s most picturesque streets. Listen to ghost stories at a traditional York pub before concluding your tour at the imposing Clifford’s Tower . Along the way, learn about York's rich history, from its Roman roots to its medieval importance and Viking history. Pause to shop or enjoy a bite at one of the many quaint eateries.
Important Information
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Instructions with link to app and how to access the tour will be sent to your email post checkout
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You can gain instant access to the tour by downloading the app buying the tour on the app.
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