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You’ll find the country’s most complete city walls encircling York, and this self-guided walking tour takes you on a complete circuit of them. Along the way, you’ll hear the extraordinary history of this magical city, and find out about the Romans, Vikings, Normans and medieval citizens of York who built, defended, attacked and sometimes died here, on and around these ancient walls.
On this tour, you’ll see and hear about:
• The magnificent cathedral of York Minster
• The four impressive city gates, each with its own story
• The dominating remains of York Castle
• The last remains of the Roman occupation of York
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
This tour starts at Museum Gardens, Museum St. Before arrival, please install the mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading
The tour ends on Lendal Tower, Lendal Bridge
Itinerary
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The tour begins at the Museum Gardens.
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The tour passes by the impressive Eboracum Roman Fortress Southwest Wall.
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You'll catch a glimpse of the ancient Roman Wall
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You'll walk by the storied Bootham Bar.
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York Minster (Pass by)
You'll catch a glimpse of the impressive York Minster, the city's centrepiece.
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York City Walls (Pass by)
You'll walk along the city's ancient walls.
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You'll pass the famously named Robin Hood Tower.
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You'll pass by the Treasurer's House, with its historic charm.
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You'll walk alongside the picturesque River Foss.
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You'll pass by the forebodingly named Red Tower
Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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