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Private Roman Tour of York

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York, England
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90 to 120 minutes (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English
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Overview

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 City Balloon Tours! 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!

Please note young children under 5 are free, just let us know at time of booking

What's Included

  • Tour Guide
  • Does not include entry to any attractions
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Meeting and Pickup

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Pickup details

We will meet you at the reception of your hotel, or alternatively anywhere of your choosing (for example we can meet you after lunch at your restaurant, or alternatively finish the tour somewhere where you can get something to eat / drink)

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Meeting point

11 Minster Yard
York YO1 7HH, UK

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

End point

Museum Gardens
Museum Street, York YO1 7FR, UK

Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

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The Roman Column

learn the history of the Principia
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Multangular Tower

Learn about the roman military machine
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

York Minster

Learn about the legacy of Roman Britain
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

York City Walls

Discover the lost Roman walls of York
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30 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
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Roman Tour of York?

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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What's Included

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  • Tour Guide
  • Does not include entry to any attractions

Additional Info

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  • 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

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