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From the Roman Empire to the Industrial Revolution, via Vikings, the Norman Conquest and the Wars of the Roses, the history of York is the history of England. This city has been at the heart of the action for nearly 2000 years.
With York’s Hidden History, you’ll be at the heart of the action too, in the expert company of our local guides. Using knowledge and humour they'll tell the city's secrets whilst showing you the famous sights.
We offer two Welcome to York walks, aimed at people new to the city. On our Royal Route we’ll ramble regally through 2000 years of amazing history. Starting outside the Yorkshire Museum, in the shadow of the city’s ancient stone walls, we’ll explain how a Roman military outpost turned into imperial Eboracum. Making our way across the city via York Minster, The Shambles and Jorvik, we’ll tell tales of conquests and massacres, empresses and queens, before finishing our walk beneath Clifford’s Tower, in the heart of York Castle.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
The York History Walk: Royal Route begins outside the Yorkshire Museum in York Museum Gardens.
The York History Walk: Royal Route finishes beneath Clifford's Tower, in the heart of York Castle.
Itinerary
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1
In York Museum Gardens we'll see the ancient city walls, including the Multangular Tower, built by the Romans. We'll talk about Eboracum, emperors, and the remarkable role of York in the Roman Empire.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2York Minster
Outside York Minster we'll reveal the Roman and royal stories of this magnificent, historic cathedral.
10 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
3
We'll stop at King's Square to talk of Roman gateways, lost churches, and the real history of The Shambles.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Jorvik Viking Centre
Outside York's famous Jorvik Viking Centre on Coppergate we'll discuss the Northumbrian kings and Norse legends of York.
10 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
5
At the foot of the imposing Clifford's Tower, at the heart of York Castle, we'll finish our walk with stories of the Norman Conquest, medieval kings, and the infamous prison.
10 minutes • Admission ticket not included
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.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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