York’s Snickelways Story Shared Tour

5.00

5.0(3 reviews)

1 hour 30 minutes

English

Mobile ticket

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Overview

Available languages

English

1 hour 30 minutes

Mobile ticket

Get off the beaten path of the tourist trails and come join us for an exciting exploration of the fascinating story behind York’s unique snickelways. Discover the history of the city as told by its ancient alleys, secret snickets, charming courtyards, and long-lost lanes. This walking tour will take you on a journey through the paths of the city known only to locals, giving you a unique perspective on York’s rich heritage. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to uncover the stories that lie around - and in - every corner in York!

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

What To Expect

Minster Yard

Explore platea populi, the city’s most ancient snickelway, a courtyard of the former Roman headquarters.

5 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Minster Yard

We’ll walk through Minster Gates to discover how the principal entrance to the precinct established the Minster as an urban centre for culture and learning.

10 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Options

York’s Snickelways Story Shared Tour

What‘s Included

Guided Walking Tour

No scheduled restroom breaks

Cancellation Policy

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

Reviews

5.00

3 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Great experience
282nickys,Jun 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
This was an excellent tour, unhurried and the guide had evolved everyone in the tour
Yorks snikleways tour
Ju K,Jun 16, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Excellent. Extremely informative personable guide. We learnt absolutely loads. Made a really pleasant change from the usual ghosts & gholied tours.
Yorks ancient back alleys re-visited
Steven P,Apr 24, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Fascinating tour of the "back alleys" of York. Our guide Ross is knowledgeable and very enthusiastic to share his knowledge of all these byways around central York some going right back into the early 14th century. It gives you glimpses into how York developed as a township and then became a bustling mercantile centre. If the history of York interests you then so will this tour.