The Best of York on Foot in a Small Group
Overview
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1 hour 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
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
768 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
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!
Great Historical Tour of York
Maps402112,
Oct 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide was knowledgeable and interesting. She knew the history of York and the general history of England as related to York. The tour so helped me understand that history.
Our driver did a great...
Robert W,
Oct 20, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Our driver did a great job narrating our tour and getting us around. We had stops for tea, lunch and photos. A great day!
Great walking tour of York
Brian A,
Oct 13, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Absolutely one of the best walking tours we have ever taken. Alfred was incredibly knowledgeable and provided a wonderful story that totally tied together.
A ‘must do’ tour
Michael M,
Oct 12, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00An extremely informative and heartfelt tour of the history of York, and how it’s many layers came to co-exist through good fortune and happenstance. Absolutely first rate.
Excellent walking tour of York
F9201EUrichardt,
Oct 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent walking tour of York. Recommended if your visiting the area. Learn about the history of York from the Romans to today.
I loved this walking tour...
Dianne S,
Oct 7, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00I loved this walking tour of York. The city has so much history and it was great to learn about it from a local. Alfred was very knowledgeable, easy to listen to and he answered everyone’s questions. He was very friendly and appeared to love sharing his wealth of information on his home town with visitors. I would definitely recommend this tour. Great value for money as well.
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