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The Best of York on Foot in a Small Group

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York, England
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On average, this is booked 11 (1) days in advance.

1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Overview

Why follow the crowds? At Yorktour we believe a great tour should also be a fun conversation, which is why we guarantee there will be no more than eight participants so everyone can ask questions and no-one needs to worry about being left at the back! This family-friendly walking tour includes all the key sights - including the exterior of the Minster and the celebrated Shambles - though we will also lead you deep into the medieval maze of ‘Snickelways’ to follow in the footsteps of the Romans and Vikings who created York. Above all, our tours rely on great storytelling rather than gimmicks - so if we can’t remember everyone’s names there must be too many people taking part!

What's Included

  • Personalised greeting sign at the meeting point
  • Complementary map of York
  • Multimedia illustrations accompany the tour - all guides carry iPads
  • Entrance fees: the tour is outdoors and does not include museums or the interior of the cathedral.
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

York YO1 7DS
UK

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End point

Whip-Ma-Whop-Ma Gate
York YO1 7NT, UK

The tour ends in the heart of town at Whip-Ma-Whop-Ma-Gate, at the end of the Shambles.

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St. Mary's Abbey

The magnificent ruins of the largest abbey in northern England
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Museum Gardens

A stunning Victorian botanic garden containing the standing remains of the Roman fortress - the place where York began!
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

York Minster

The largest medieval gothic cathedral in northern Europe
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Stonegate

Explore the labyrinth of medieval shortcuts or 'Snickelways'
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Shambles

The best-preserved medieval street in Europe - famous across the world as the inspiration for Diagon Alley
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the The Best of York on Foot in a Small Group?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (GMT). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Average 4.97 out of 5 stars based on 832 traveler reviews collected by City Balloon Tours and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Personalised greeting sign at the meeting point
  • Complementary map of York
  • Multimedia illustrations accompany the tour - all guides carry iPads
  • Entrance fees: the tour is outdoors and does not include museums or the interior of the cathedral.

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers

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