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15 Best York Walking Tours

The daylight walks through two thousand years: Roman walls, Viking Jorvik, the Shambles’ leaning timber and small-group routes with historians who can date a doorway on sight. York’s streets are the museum; these are the labels.

2.York: Harry Potter Guided Walking Tour

Discover York's Harry Potter magic with this engaging 2-hour guided walking tour. Explore film locations, play quizzes, and enjoy costumed re-enactments.

★ 4.5

“Aaliyah our tour guide was fantastic. engaging and entertaining. booked it for the kids, but found myself more than ready to be a part of the quiz. thoroughly enjoyable”

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6.J & M York City Walking Tours

Discover York’s highlights with J & M’s expert-guided walking tour, exploring historic landmarks, city walls, and hidden gems for an authentic experience.

★ 4.5

“Highly recommend this small group tour. Most enjoyable and informative. Perfectly paced. Nick our guide was extremely knowledgeable. He had a strong clear voice and answered many questions along the way. Top marks.”

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7.Shared Walking Tour in York

Discover York’s highlights with a personalized walking tour led by passionate guides. Explore historic sites, stories, and hidden gems for an authentic experience.

★ 5.0

“Dave was extremely passionate about his city and his guiding. He was knowledgeable and generous with his time and told lots of great stories”

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8.York Witches and History Walking Tour

Discover York’s spooky side with this engaging 1-hour 15-minute walking tour, blending history, witchcraft tales, and medieval sights for an authentic experience.

★ 5.0

“Not worth the £17. Really nice and well meaning guide but tour was not well done. Not much information presented and guide couldn’t remember a lot of the story details at stops. Would not recommend.”

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9.Yorks Snickelways Story Walking Tour

Explore York’s hidden alleys and secret passageways on this engaging 1.5-hour Snickelways tour, uncovering tales, names, and stunning sights.

★ 4.9

“Ross was the consumate guide to York. Fun, engaging, entertaining - a really good way to get to know York & it's history, culture & stories. We loved this guided walking tour with our charming host. Ross Thank you for a memorable couple of hours…”

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10.Time Traveller’s Walking Tour of York – Morning Tour

Discover York's history on a lively 1-hour 15-minute walking tour with engaging guides, historic landmarks, and stories from Roman times to Vikings.

★ 5.0

“An absolutely brilliant tour! Full of energy and knowledge and just great fun to get stuck into! You get to take part a bit and have a laugh, and Patrick is super knowledgable but also great to chat to. Would recommend to anyone visiting York!”

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11.York Walls Private Walking Tour

Discover York’s history on a private walking tour of the city walls, with customizable stops including York Minster, The Shambles, and more, led by expert guides.

★ 5.0

“Our guide John was amazing, very very knowledgable of York and British history and he made the whole experience very enjoyable and interesting, highly recommended!!”

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12.Christmas Guided Walking Tour in York

Discover York’s festive charm on this 1.5-hour Christmas walking tour. Learn about holiday traditions, see iconic sights, and enjoy insights from a knowledgeable guide.

★ 5.0

“Michelle ( I think that was her name) was our tour guide and she was great, she made the tour so much fun. We learnt lots of Christmas things we never knew and would definitely recommend it for anyone.”

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13.Historical Pub Walking Tour in York

Discover York’s hidden social history on this engaging 2-hour pub walking tour. Explore historic pubs, local stories, and vibrant city life with expert guides.

★ 5.0

“Nice man called Keith he was very friendly and his knowledge was amazing we really enjoyed it and learnt a lot”

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14.Private York Minster Guided Walking Tour

Discover York Minster with a private guide, exploring its stunning Gothic architecture, stained glass, and behind-the-scenes stories in an intimate tour.

★ 5.0

“Very informative I enjoyed all our tour guide had to say! Lots of interesting facts i just love the York Minster we would take the tour again!”

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15.Exclusive York – Private Personally-Designed Walking Tour

Discover York's highlights and hidden corners with a private, personalized walking tour led by an engaging guide. Perfect for first-timers and history lovers.

★ 5.0

“This is the best tour we have ever taken. Alfred was truly a delight and a gem. He is a wealth of information and history buff. Taking a private tour with him provided the opportunity to chat about so much history, linger at places, and…”

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