The best family-friendly activities in York for parents and kids (Updated November 2026)

Step off the beaten path into the beating heart of York’s rich, rebellious past! This highly rated walking tour isn’t your average stroll—it’s an adventure...

Join Mountain Goat for a full-day adventure through the stunning North York Moors National Park and the charming seaside town of Whitby. Travel across sweeping...

An entertaining and immersive tour of York from Roman times to the present day. There will be plays, suprises and stories about Roman toilets, Dick...

Explore York by day with John, your award-winning guide with the Cool Shore Excursions badge of excellence for the past 8 years, on a private...

Join your character guide and get an up-close walking tour experience of the city and its delightful hidden gems. Get ready; culture, history, heritage, and...

Discover the spectacular scenery and filming locations of the Yorkshire Dales on this memorable tour from York. Visit Grassington, transformed into Darrowby for the modern...

The Yorkshire Dales National Park is one of the most renowned national parks in the world, celebrated for its dramatic limestone hills, winding valleys, dry...

This Day Trip from York provides the opportunity to explore the stunning landscape of the Yorkshire Dales National Park, visiting Bolton Castle, Askrigg (filming location...

This small-group Guided Day Trip from York provides the opportunity to explore the scenic and picturesque North York Moors National Park, enjoy more than two...

This Day Trip from York provides the opportunity to explore the Yorkshire Dales National Park with an introduction to Herriot Country, including the picturesque town...

90 minute Daily Festive Walking Tours, exploring the History, Tales and Traditions of Christmases Past. The streets of York have been witness to celebrations for...

Explore York after dark on a private ghost tour shaped around you. Choose where and when to meet: we can collect you from your hotel...

Explore Roman York, at your own pace with your own personal tour guide! This is a new private bespoke tour run by York Walls Tours...

Explore York with a real Viking! Join your guide for a private, two-hour walking tour through the city’s remarkable Viking past. Hear the stories of...

Explore York's Minster's exciting history with Dave Haw Tours. Knowledgeable and dedicated, Dave offers in-depth Minster tours like no other! Experience the art and history...

You will travel by Hot Air Balloon over the Historical City Of York and it's surrounding countryside. We offer Champagne Balloon Flights over the beautiful...

Hotel pick up and drop off is included on this truly personal touring experience, where you'll find the smallest group size available in York: just...

We are delighted to share with you the whole of our chocolate making process from cocoa beans to chocolate bar, truffles, cakes and more. Join...

This tour will take you across the historic centre of York and stop at a number of independent businesses, each one of which will provide...

Delve into the eerie history of York with the Witch Walk, a 90-minute guided tour led by the enigmatic Ragnell Hagathorn. This engaging adventure weaves...