Original York Walks: Private Viking, Roman & History Experience

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About this activity

Unearth 2,000 years of York’s history on the ultimate bespoke walking tour!

From Roman roots to medieval majesty, you’ll discover the iconic Roman Column and the breathtaking York Minster. Stroll the historic City Walls, explore the serene Museum Gardens, and stand before the ancient Multangular Tower.

Marvel at the Georgian elegance of the Mansion House, step into the hidden medieval world of Barley Hall, and wander the famous, timber-framed Shambles. Finally, look up at the commanding Clifford’s Tower.

Expertly tailored, deeply engaging, and perfectly paced—this is the definitive York experience. Book your unforgettable journey today!

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At a glance

Duration: 2 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English
Operated by: Original York Walks

Ages: Infants (0–4 years) · Children (5–17 years) · Adults (18–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Expert Local Guide

Not included

Not included: Entrance fees: Entry to indoor paid attractions not included
Not included: Private transportation

Itinerary

The Roman Column

30 min

Meeting Point, Minster Yard & Roman Imperial Foundations:

Gather outside York Minster to begin your journey through 2,000 years of history. Stand where Constantine the Great was proclaimed emperor in 306 AD, see authentic Roman legionary masonry, and discover how this precinct remained the political and spiritual heart of the North through the Anglo-Saxon and medieval eras.
Robin Hood Tower

30 min

The City Ramparts, Gatehouses & Tudor Power:

Trace the majestic medieval walls and fortified gatehouses (Bars) that defended the northern capital. Discover how medieval garrisons held off invasions and see King's Manor, the former seat of the Council of the North visited by Henry VIII and Charles I.
Museum Gardens

30 min

St. Mary's Abbey Ruins, Roman Towers & Mansion House:

Step into the grounds of St. Mary's Abbey—once one of the wealthiest Benedictine monasteries in northern Europe. View the massive 4th-century Multangular Tower, explore medieval undercrofts, and pause outside the Mayor's residence to hear the stories behind York's legendary civic symbols, ancient ceremonial swords, and the great mace.
Shambles

30 min

Historic Snickelways, Barley Hall & The Shambles:

Finish by diving into York’s famous 'Snickelways'—atmospheric medieval alleyways and hidden courtyards. Pass timber-framed medieval townhouses like Barley Hall, explore the historic merchant thoroughfares, and conclude along the world-famous Shambles.