Shared Walking Tour in York

Overview

Available languages

English

Mobile ticket

The tour begins inside The Guy Fawkes Inn (on High Petergate, opposite Michael Le Belfrey's church). From there you'll learn about the famous conspirators and the gun powder plot, in the very birthplace of Guy Fawkes himself!

We'll then proceed to York Minster yard, where you'll learn all about the Minsters rich history. We'll also visit several other famous spots in York, including The Shambles, Museum Gardens, and many more!

The important thing to remember when booking, is that no 2 tours are the same! Depending on how much time you have and what your interests are I'll make each tour as personalised as I'm able.

The tour stops listed are just a few of many other places I can take you in York, so if you decide to come back for another tour, you can guarantee it will be very different from the previous excursion!

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

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

What‘s Included

All Fees and Taxes

What To Expect

Minster Yard

You'll hear about the complete history of York's beautiful Minster, including details about the carvings, it's medieval history and maybe even have a chat with the stone masons!

40 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Museum Gardens

Hear the rich history of the Museum Gardens and maybe even say hello to the falconers and their birds of prey!

30 minutes • Admission Included

Options

Shared Walking Tour in York

Reviews

4.91

454 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

424

Humorous and highly informative
SteveJ59,
Nov 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Dave was a delightful Tour Guide. His knowledge of the Minster and York was outstanding. The small group was entertained with interesting facts and anecdotes. Dave did his best to structure the tour to the interests of the group. The tour lasted almost two hours and, if we had the stamina, Dave would have continued all day. Absolutely recommended!
Best tour guide in York - book now.
deehell,
Nov 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Dave's tours are highly recommended. He has an encyclopaedic knowledge of York and its colourful history, and he brings it to life in a very witty way. He will also customise the tour depending on the interests of the people visiting, and it feels like a very personalised experience. It's very good value for this level of experience, and judging by the way in which Dave knew and saluted everyone by name as we went round the outside of the Minster, he's a local character himself, and that draws you into his circle. On a cold, wet November day, there were only 3 couples on our tour and we had all our queries answered.
The most comprehensive York tour in all of York.
Stephen N,
Nov 18, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Dave is so knowledgable and truly joyful about his history niche that this tour is overloaded with reasons to go. It was unique in that it was open-ended - as long as we wanted to make the tour. He offered an all-day option - though I left after 3 ish hours and a lovely coffee break, during which Dave also demonstrated his James Bond trivia expanse. Rarely does one see someone so enjoying his job.
The BEST York tour
busraber,
Nov 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
The tour was exactly what we wanted and our guide Dave was just fabulous. His enthusiasm made it all the more interesting and his knowledge of York was astounding.
Explore York With Dave!
Leilah T,
Nov 12, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Dave is a fabulous guide! He readily shares his wealth and love of history as he guides you through the delightful streets and sights of old York. He is a guide who enjoys what he does and projects his voice well so you can always hear him.
Outstanding knowledge
tracycL688ZO,
Nov 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
A fabulously detailed history of York. A dedicated friendly tour guide who was willing to go over and beyond to ensure our best experience. Thank you David! You have a real passion for York and its history and we benefitted
If Carlsberg did York tours
T3975HEwilliame,
Nov 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Such an enjoyable morning, so informative and entertaining, plenty of laughs along the way. Would highly recommend this tour, such a lovely guy
Amazing private tour from a local!
amberhZ339HQ,
Nov 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Dave was amazing! We had a "private" tour together due to weather/it being the off season and he gave a thorough, well informed and highly entertaining tour! I had a great time and would highly recommend!
Great tour
LuccaOllie,
Nov 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We had a great 2 hour walking tour with Dave. He is literally a walking talking York encyclopedia as he has an incredible amount of knowledge - and a good sense of humor. He showed us places we never would’ve found on our own. Thanks Dave!
A true Yorkshire experience
nehagK7016IB,
Nov 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
David is an astute historian of the history of York and is passionate to share it in his walking tour. Meeting him is a true Yorkshire experience and I would highly recommend his tour for anyone looking to truly experience York as a localite.