Exclusive York - Private Personally-Designed Walking Tour

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Exclusive York - Private Personally-Designed Walking Tour

2 Adults x $189.18

$378.36

Approx Total

$378.36

Pickup included

Inclusions / Exclusions

Mobile ticket
Offered in: English
Personalised greeting sign at the meeting point
Multimedia illustrations accompany the tour - all guides carry iPads
Complementary map of York

Entrance fees: the tour is outdoors and does not include museums or the interior of the cathedral.

Overview

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 deep into the medieval maze and discover secret corners few other visitors get to see. This is an entirely personal service - once you have made your booking we will get in touch to arrange where to come and meet you (such as any city centre landmark or hotel). We will ensure you don't miss any of the highlights - including the world-famous Minster (exterior only) medieval city walls and Shambles - but if you have any particular areas of interest, please get in touch. It's your tour and we want you to experience York your way!

Itinerary

York Minster

The largest medieval gothic cathedral in the UK - a symphony in stone

15 minutes
Exhibition Square

The best view in York - a handsome piazza in which it is possible to see 2000 years of history: just by turning in a circle!

10 minutes
King's Manor

York's royal palace - occupied by Henry VIII and Charles I

10 minutes
St. Mary's Abbey

The spectacular remains of the largest monastery in northern England - built by the Normans, ruined by Henry VIII

10 minutes
Multangular Tower

The oldest structure in York - the ten-sided Roman corner tower has been standing for almost 2000 years.

10 minutes
York City Walls

Enjoy spectacular views from the most picturesque section of the 13th century city wall

15 minutes
Shambles

The most celebrated, and best-preserved, medieval street in York. The inspiration for Diagon Alley.

10 minutes

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Free Cancellation

June 19100% refund

June 20No refund

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We had a great experience touring New York City with Jonathan. He's a great tour guide and he made it very memorable and enjoyable. The tour was also super informative and I'm glad to have had a great tour guide during my visit in NYC. Would definitely recommend this tour to anyone looking for a tour her We had a great experience touring New York City with Jonathan. He's a great tour guide and he made it very memorable and enjoyable. The tour was also super informative and I'm glad to have had a great tour guide during my visit in NYC. Would definitely recommend this tour to anyone looking for a tour her We had a great experience touring New York City with Jonathan. He's a great tour guide and he made it very memorable and enjoyable. The tour was also super informative and I'm glad to have had a great tour guide during my visit in NYC. Would definitely recommend this tour to anyone looking for a tour her We had a great experience touring New York City with Jonathan. He's a great tour guide and he made it very memorable and enjoyable. The tour was also super informative and I'm glad to have had a great tour guide during my visit in NYC. Would definitely recommend this tour to anyone looking for a tour her We had a great experience touring New York City with Jonathan. He's a great tour guide and he made it very memorable and enjoyable. The tour was also super informative and I'm glad to have had a great tour guide during my visit in NYC. Would definitely recommend this tour to anyone looking for a tour her We had a great experience touring New York City with Jonathan. He's a great tour guide and he made it very memorable and enjoyable. The tour was also super informative and I'm glad to have had a great tour guide during my visit in NYC. Would definitely recommend this tour to anyone looking for a tour her

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‘Best part of the trip’ - children age 2 - 9.

Published on May, 2025

A superb tour; Alfred captivated the children (age 2-9) and deftly wove their questions and knowledge into the narrative. A nice touch that he also extended the history to include our home city. Thank you - I’m sure we will book again.

A spectacular journey back in time!

Published on Mar, 2025

Alfred is a very knowledgeable tour guide and extremely well-versed in the history of York. My husband and I felt like we were walking through history at every turn because of Alfred’s vivid narration and engaging conversation. We highly recommend this tour!

Great introduction to York

Published on Oct, 2024

Even though the weather was not on our side, we really enjoyed our walking tour. Alfred was really knowledgeable and considerate of the rainy day! Learnt so much about York and its history, thoroughly recommend!

Highly recommended tour of York

Published on Sep, 2024

Alfred was a gracious, knowledgeable, and engaging guide. His storytelling brilliantly weaved together the story of York - this alone is a tall order given York's many-layered history. We saw many well-known sights (perfect for my in-laws' first visit to York), and some hidden gems. Alfred was also very kind to answer all of our questions with keen insights. I highly recommend this tour with Alfred for your next visit to York, whether it's your first or 10th time to the city. Thank you, Alfred!

Alfred is our FAVORITE guide!

Published on Sep, 2023

This is the best tour we have ever taken. Alfred was truly a delight and a gem. He is a wealth of information and history buff. Taking a private tour with him provided the opportunity to chat about so much history, linger at places, and have every question answered so thoughtfully. Next time we go to York we will be seeing him. He wrote a book, BTW!

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