The Best of York on Foot in a Small Group
Overview
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1 hour 30 minutes
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Why follow the crowds? At Yorktour we believe a great tour should also be a fun conversation, which is why we guarantee there will be no more than eight participants so everyone can ask questions and no-one needs to worry about being left at the back! This family-friendly walking tour includes all the key sights - including the exterior of the Minster and the celebrated Shambles - though we will also lead you deep into the medieval maze of ‘Snickelways’ to follow in the footsteps of the Romans and Vikings who created York. Above all, our tours rely on great storytelling rather than gimmicks - so if we can’t remember everyone’s names there must be too many people taking part!
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
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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
Personalised greeting sign at the meeting point
Multimedia illustrations accompany the tour - all guides carry iPads
Complementary map of York
Entrance fees: the tour is outdoors and does not include museums or the interior of the cathedral.
What To Expect
St. Mary's Abbey
The magnificent ruins of the largest abbey in northern England
Museum Gardens
A stunning Victorian botanic garden containing the standing remains of the Roman fortress - the place where York began!
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The Best of York on Foot in a Small Group
Reviews
775 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
One of the best city walking tours I’ve ever done!
Janet C,
Nov 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00One of the best city walking tours I have ever done. Only 3 of us on the tour with a constant enthusiastic narrative as we walked along. The 90 minutes flew by. There are lots of things to see in York, but those chosen for this 90 minutes tour gave a strong representation of York through the ages, at every turn. Pleasant, informative and engaging without overload or silly stories. Thank you.
Unique practical history lesson in 90 minutes
Janet C,
Nov 28, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00A treat of history in a unique city with every era on every street at some level. Enthusiastic and articulate guide brought every turn to life.
It was a very...
Sue B,
Nov 22, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00It was a very interesting, condensed history of York, with wonderful buildings and walks as illustrations
worthwhile
N7540SZkathyg,
Nov 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I visited York by train from London during my first-ever visit to the UK, and had just half a day to see this lovely city. The walking tour guide was very knowledgeable and engaging. His enthusiasm was infectious. I learned much more than if I had wandered around on my own.
Enjoyable and informative
Pioneer61041337288,
Nov 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide Alfred was fantastic! His enthusiasm was delightful and his knowledge base was extensive and appreciated. Learning about the history of York combined with the different layers of architecture and how York came to be was very interesting. Hubby and I thoroughly enjoyed the tour and highly recommend, however be prepared for a lot of walking!
Very knowledgeable guide
Ronald M,
Nov 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide was extremely knowledgeable of both York history and its relationship to the broader world. I especially appreciated that the tour was information rich and was without some of the gimmicks seen on other York tours.
Great engaging walking tour
Ellen E,
Nov 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This walking tour was fun, informative, and engaging. The tour guide had a wonderful presentation style and melodious voice.
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stephenrY7737OD,
Nov 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tour guide was engaging and very knowledgeable about history. I would recommend to any one that us new to york. I would come again.
Wonderful Morning of History
Kate S,
Nov 1, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We had a wonderful time exploring the history of York. Alfred was so passionate and shared his knowledge in an enjoyable and highly entertaining way. He was a great guide.
Great Tour for Empty Nesters!
165betsyh,
Oct 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We are empty-nesters who traveled to York for a weekend in mid-October with another couple, having booked the Best of York on Foot in a Small Group well in advance. There were eight adults in our group, all retirees, plus our tour guide, who was originally from Instanbul but who has lived in York for over 15 years and is married to a Brit. She was knowledgeable and had a good sense of humor. We enjoyed learning the history of the various eras she described and seeing the beautiful Roman Walls, ruins of St. Mary's Abbey (thanks to Henry VIII), the Shambles market and of course, the regal and beautiful York Minster. The walk was easy and generally level and took about an hour and 45 minutes. Well worth the $54 USD we paid for two of us!
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