Welcome to York - The Royal Route

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| York, United Kingdom

Features

Free Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Instant ticket delivery

Mobile Ticket

Pickup available

Duration

1.5 hours

Wheelchair accessible

Audio guide

Live guide

Unique expertise - both our guides have Ph.D. qualifications in scientific subjects

Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

From the Roman Empire to the Industrial Revolution, via Vikings, the Norman Conquest and the Wars of the Roses, the history of York is the history of England. This city has been at the heart of the action for nearly 2000 years.

With York’s Hidden History, you’ll be at the...

Duration from 1 Hour and 30 Minutes to 2 Hours
Group Tour
Max 25 people in the group

1
Museum Gardens
In York Museum Gardens we'll see the ancient city walls, including the Multangular Tower, built by the Romans. We'll talk about Eboracum, emperors, and the remarkable role of York in the Roman Empire.
- Duration 10 Minutes•
- No Admission Ticket Required
2
York Minster
Outside York Minster we'll reveal the Roman and royal stories of this magnificent, historic cathedral.
- Duration 10 Minutes•
- Admission Ticket Not Included

Kings Square

We'll stop at King's Square to talk of Roman gateways, lost churches, and the real history of The Shambles.

Duration 10 Minutes•
No Admission Ticket Required

Jorvik Viking Centre

Outside York's famous Jorvik Viking Centre on Coppergate we'll discuss the Northumbrian kings and Norse legends of York.

Duration 10 Minutes•
Admission Ticket Not Included

Clifford's Tower

At the foot of the imposing Clifford's Tower, at the heart of York Castle, we'll finish our walk with stories of the Norman Conquest, medieval kings, and the infamous prison.