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Wizard Walk of York - WINNER Best Tour & Experience of the Year

Winner of a magical myriad of awards, and York's ONLY tour created for families with children! WINNER #1 Best Family Experience in the World 2025 …More

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Winner of a magical myriad of awards, and York's ONLY tour created for families with children! WINNER #1 Best Family Experience in the World 2025...

1 hour 15 minutes Free Cancellation
5.0 (1,153)
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$16
The Deathly Dark Tour of York

The Deathly Dark Tour of York is a grim and theatrical, dark comedy walking tour, perfect for those who have a bit of a wicked …More

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The Deathly Dark Tour of York is a grim and theatrical, dark comedy walking tour, perfect for those who have a bit of a wicked...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
4.9 (4,195)
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$19
Mad Alice’s The Bloody Tour of York -Best Tour Award Europe

The Bloody Tour of York is the multi award winning* tour of the City and has recently won the Arival Best Sightseeing Tour in Europe …More

The Bloody Tour of York is the multi award winning* tour of the City and has recently won the Arival Best Sightseeing Tour in Europe...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
5.0 (3,362)
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$21
The Best of York on Foot in a Small Group

Why follow the crowds? At Yorktour we believe a great tour should also be a fun conversation, which is why we guarantee there will be …More

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Why follow the crowds? At Yorktour we believe a great tour should also be a fun conversation, which is why we guarantee there will be...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
5.0 (832)
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$27
York Witches and History Walking Tour

Step into the Shadows of York... Prepare for a walking tour like no other! An immersive, educational journey through history. Dare to indulge in something …More

Step into the Shadows of York... Prepare for a walking tour like no other! An immersive, educational journey through history. Dare to indulge in something...

70 to 75 minutes Free Cancellation
4.9 (479)
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$23
Immersive Murder Mystery in York, A City Treasure Hunt Experience

Immerse yourself in historic sights and obscure quirks as you solve riddles and progress on your treasure hunt style adventure. Once your tale starts you’ll …More

Immerse yourself in historic sights and obscure quirks as you solve riddles and progress on your treasure hunt style adventure. Once your tale starts you’ll...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
4.5 (56)
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$21
York’s Haunted Heart : Ghost, Ghouls and Gallows

Uncover York’s haunted history on this spooky walking tour! Starting at Whip-Ma-Whop-Ma Gate by St Crux church, this 1.75-mile journey takes you through York’s snickelways, …More

Uncover York’s haunted history on this spooky walking tour! Starting at Whip-Ma-Whop-Ma Gate by St Crux church, this 1.75-mile journey takes you through York’s snickelways,...

2 hours Free Cancellation
4.7 (150)
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$19
Original Harry Potter Locations Tour : Guided Tour of York

Explore the city of York, learn all about its history and related movie trivia! Get sorted into teams, play quizzes and games. Your guide will …More

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Explore the city of York, learn all about its history and related movie trivia! Get sorted into teams, play quizzes and games. Your guide will...

2 hours Free Cancellation
4.7 (523)
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$21
Guided Bike Tour in York

Guided bike tour of York, inside and outside the city walls.  Starting at a central location in the city.  A 2 to 2.5 hour tour …More

Guided bike tour of York, inside and outside the city walls.  Starting at a central location in the city.  A 2 to 2.5 hour tour...

120 to 150 minutes Free Cancellation
5.0 (623)
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$41
Shared York Walking Tour – Hidden Gems & History

The tour begins inside The Guy Fawkes Inn (25 High Petergate). From there you'll learn about the famous conspirators and the gun powder plot, in …More

The tour begins inside The Guy Fawkes Inn (25 High Petergate). From there you'll learn about the famous conspirators and the gun powder plot, in...

1 to 3 hours Free Cancellation
4.9 (627)
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$25
Shadows of York: Ghost Walk and Horrible History.

Dare you take a trip into the past and uncover some of York’s turbulent and tragic history? A past that manifests itself in the unexplained …More

Dare you take a trip into the past and uncover some of York’s turbulent and tragic history? A past that manifests itself in the unexplained...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
4.9 (1,513)
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$18
J & M York City Walking Tours

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 …More

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...

90 to 120 minutes Free Cancellation
4.9 (513)
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$18
York's Best Fun Interactive History Tour - win a trophy!

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 …More

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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...

1 hour 15 minutes Free Cancellation
5.0 (165)
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$22
Villainous History and Rum Tasting Tour in York Indoor Experience

Step into the shadows of York’s past on this immersive indoor experience at Villains Rum of York, just off Stonegate. Led by a live villain …More

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Step into the shadows of York’s past on this immersive indoor experience at Villains Rum of York, just off Stonegate. Led by a live villain...

30 minutes Free Cancellation
5.0 (186)
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$34
York Historical Gems Tour & A Taste of York Chocolate

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 …More

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...

70 to 75 minutes Free Cancellation
4.9 (140)
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$23
York Walls Private Walking Tour

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 …More

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...

90 to 180 minutes Free Cancellation
4.8 (141)
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$16
Private Historical Walking Tour of York

We offer a guided historical tour of the fabulous city of York, the Capital of the North. Step into history with one of our knowledgeable …More

We offer a guided historical tour of the fabulous city of York, the Capital of the North. Step into history with one of our knowledgeable...

2 to 3 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.9 (1,334)
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$193
Exclusive York - Private Personally-Designed Walking Tour

Don't get lost in the crowds. Explore York at your own pace and in private with one of our expert, fully qualified, personable guides. Delve …More

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Don't get lost in the crowds. Explore York at your own pace and in private with one of our expert, fully qualified, personable guides. Delve...

2 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (44)
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$206
Christmas Guided Walking Tour in York

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 …More

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...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
5.0 (108)
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$21
Romans, Vikings and Medieval York: An Audio Tour

Are you looking for a way to see York without joining a tour group? Explore at your own pace with this affordable walking tour. • …More

Are you looking for a way to see York without joining a tour group? Explore at your own pace with this affordable walking tour. •...

90 to 180 minutes Free Cancellation
4.5 (120)
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$12

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