Most booked tours and tickets in York
Mad Alice’s The Bloody Tour of York -Best Tour Award Europe
5.03,310 reviews1h 30m
from €18
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Wizard Walk of York - WINNER Best Tour & Experience of the Year
4.91,133 reviews1h 15m
from €15
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Top sights in York
- 1York Minster
- 2The Shambles
- 3City Walls Walk
- 4Jorvik Viking Centre
- 5National Railway Museum
- 6Ghost Walks
- Walk a Complete Medieval City: York's 3km of intact city walls offer a unique pedestrian circuit with stunning views. You can literally trace the city's boundary, passing through historic 'bars' (gates) like Monk Bar and Micklegate Bar, and peer down into hidden gardens and across to the Minster.
- Experience Viking & Roman Life: Dive deep into history at the Jorvik Viking Centre, built on the actual excavation site of Coppergate, and ride through a reconstructed Viking village. Then, explore the Roman fortress foundations at the Yorkshire Museum and see the Multangular Tower in the Museum Gardens.
- Get Lost in Atmospheric Alleys: The Shambles is just the beginning. York's network of Snickelways—like the tiny, hidden Lady Peckett's Yard or the stone-arched Hole-in-the-Wall—create an enchanting maze perfect for exploration, lined with independent shops and centuries-old pubs.
Tickets and passes in York
York City Pass Access more than 35+ Attractions & Hop On Hop Off
4.752 reviews24h
from €83
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Food and drink experiences in York
Villainous History and Rum Tasting Tour in York Indoor Experience
5.0223 reviews30m
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Hooting Owl Distillery York - Distillery Tour & Gin Tasting
5.0164 reviews1h 15m
from €43
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Day trips and outdoor activities from York
Fun, Flexible Treasure Hunt Around York with Cryptic Clues & Hidden Gems
4.9262 reviews2h
from €18
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Immersive Murder Mystery in York, A City Treasure Hunt Experience
4.456 reviews2h 30m
from €18
Check availabilityHidden gems in York
Places most visitors miss, many of them free.
Holy Trinity Church, Goodramgate
A hidden, atmospheric medieval church tucked away in a quiet churchyard, accessed through an archway off Goodramgate.
The Treasurer's House (National Trust)
A fine historic house located right next to the Minster, with a series of beautifully furnished rooms from different eras.
The York Cold War Bunker
A perfectly preserved 1960s bunker on the outskirts of the city, operated by English Heritage.
The Bar Convent Living Heritage Centre
England's oldest living convent, with a hidden chapel, museum, and lovely cafe in a beautiful Georgian building.
The York Mansion House
The UK's oldest purpose-built mayor's house, right in St Helen's Square.
Day trips from York
Castle Howard
30 min by car, 1 hour by bus
Not a castle but a breathtaking Baroque palace, one of England's greatest stately homes. Set in 1,000 acres of stunning landscaped gardens with lakes, fountains, and temples.
North York Moors National Park & Whitby
1 hour 15 min by train to Whitby
Experience wild moorland and a classic Yorkshire seaside town. The train ride itself on the North Yorkshire Moors Railway is a heritage steam journey through beautiful scenery.
Harrogate
40 min by train
An elegant spa town known for its Regency architecture, Turkish Baths, and the famous Bettys Tea Rooms. A complete contrast to York's medieval vibe.
Plan your York trip
Things to do in York: FAQ
What are the best things to do in York?+
Top sights include York Minster, The Shambles, City Walls Walk and Jorvik Viking Centre. Away from the crowds, try Holy Trinity Church, Goodramgate and The Treasurer's House (National Trust).
What are the most popular tours in York?+
The most booked experiences on Viator are The Deathly Dark Tour of York (4.9 stars, 4,161 reviews); Mad Alice’s The Bloody Tour of York -Best Tour Award Europe (5.0 stars, 3,310 reviews); Ghost Bus Tour of York (4.3 stars, 2,596 reviews).
How much do tours in York cost?+
The tours and tickets on this page start between €15 and €1,932 per person, depending on length and what is included.
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