179+ tours, tickets and activities in York, England. Booking is completed on Viator, with free cancellation on many options.
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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 Turpin's execution and Black Death Cures. Will you be the one to take home the Time Traveller's Tour Trophy?
From £16 per person
Here’s what’s included • A welcome Hooting Owl gin, rum or vodka and mixer of your choice. • A tour of the distillery • Guided tastings of our Yorkshire Gins • Learn the history and myth of Sir Owlfred Tyton Hodgins and the origins of The Hooting Owl. • Tasting samples our Hooting Owl Rum & Vodka.
From £36 per person
Chocolate Bar Making York is home to some of the world's most famous chocolate bars. Join us in our academy and learn how to create your very own chocolate bar. You will discover our cocoa origins, we will show you how to temper chocolate, and you will experiment with different flavours to perfect your masterpiece! Once the bars have set, you will package your creations to be enjoyed at home. Who…
From £26.50 per person
Hotel Pick-Up and Drop-Off included. Explore the backroads and unspoilt countryside of James Herriot Country on this exclusive small-group tour from York. Travelling in an intimate group of no more than 6 people, you'll see the scenery and drive roads inaccessible to other, larger tour groups. Discover the rolling moors and lush valleys of the Yorkshire Dales, the fascinating 'World of James Herr…
From £120 per person
Walk the streets of the real Jorvik. In 866 AD, the Great Heathen Army captured York, transforming an Anglo-Saxon settlement into a thriving, international Viking capital. On this deeply researched walking tour, we navigate the historic alleys to uncover the incredible 200-year legacy of Norse rule. Forget the horned helmets and Hollywood tropes. Your expert guide will bring the authentic Viking…
From £75 per person
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 best kept secrets await. You will pass by famous landmarks and have some of their surprising secrets revealed; Bettys, Bootham Bar and York Minster to name but three. You’ll learn the unknown truths of York’s most infamous characters Guy Fawk…
From £17 per person
Explore York by day with John, your award-winning guide with the viator badge of excellence for the past 8 years, on a private tour shaped around you. Choose where and when to meet:from your hotel or meet you at another convenient spot in the city (our default meeting spot is the Roman column next to the Minster) Discover York’s Roman, Viking and medieval past as you visit iconic landmarks and un…
From £67 per person
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, historic streets, and haunted landmarks. Hear spine-chilling tales of tragedy, mystery, and ghostly encounters. Visit the Treasurer’s House, where Roman soldiers march through the basement, and The Shambles, home to restless s…
From £13.50 per person
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 nearly 2000 years. Explore the medieval streets beneath the twinkling lights and discover the traditions and history of this Wonderful Winter City. Put your Christmas Jumper on and join Blue Badge Tourist Guide, Sarah Cowling, for a soci…
From £15 per person
A chance to discover the beautiful Yorkshire Dales National Park and see the landscape and scenery that inspired James Herriot. You'll visit the locations used in the current series of All Creatures Great and Small such as the Village of Grassington, which is currently being used as Darrowby in the series. You'll drive through villages and over passes admiring the views and taking in that in stun…
From £56 per person
Discover Yorkshire with Greg – Your Personal Guide to the Heart of the Moors. A truly personal, small-group tour of Nth Yorkshire. With no more than 7 guests, Greg offers a relaxed, friendly experience that you won’t find with larger tour operators. Greg has lived in most of the places we visit and brings the region's history and culture to life with great stories and insider knowledge. The highl…
From £89 per person
A happy hour like no other! Soak up the stunning views of York, grab a discounted drink from the bar, and listen to our live commentary, with activity sheets to keep the little ones entertained.
From £15 per person
Discover an alternative history of York by taking this unique guided walk through the city centre. York has a reputation for having a pub for everyday of the year. Find out about some of the oldest as well as the people and events associated with them. Inquests, riots, politics, plagues, religious influence, bizarre entertainments and strange auctions, York's pub history provides a strong picture…
From £8 per person
Spend three hours enjoying Whitby on our friendly, small-group, Guided Day Trip from York, as well as exploring the scenic and picturesque North York Moors National Park. You will have a full three hours of free time in the fishing port of Whitby on this trip, to see Whitby Abbey (inspiration for the Dracula books), visit the Captain Cook Attractions, shop for some Whitby Jet or Gothic Fashion, s…
From £78 per person
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 together haunting tales of witches, ghosts, and other supernatural elements, perfect for both thrill-seekers and families. As you stroll through the historic streets, expect a blend of folklore, humor, and theatrical storytelling that brings the…
From £15 per person
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 or meet you at another convenient spot in the city. Hear York’s real ghost stories and accounts of strange events, told with warmth, humour and a healthy respect for the facts. Along the way, discover the history behind the places and people involved. There are no a…
From £67 per person
Are you looking for a way to see York without joining a tour group? Explore at your own pace with this affordable walking tour. • Walk the Shambles, one of the best-preserved medieval streets in the world, and spot the story of Adam and Eve carved into York Minster’s Great West Door • Hear from producer James Easton, a local whose passion for York's history led him to create this bestselling Voic…
From £9.14 per person
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 city of York from April – October each year. Our balloons are all multi coloured and look amazing both form the ground, from the air and in your pictures! Pilot Ollie says - "There’s nothing more peaceful and serene than watching the world go…
From £199 per person
The price is £75 per person based on a minimum of 4 participants. If fewer than 4 people are booked when you reserve, a small group supplement of £30 pp may apply. However, this supplement will be fully refunded if the final group size reaches 4 or more. Our guide will take you to five our the best independents in York and at each one, you will have a taster which will delight your taste buds. We…
From £75 per person
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 All Creatures Great and Small series, and explore its picturesque Market Square, independent shops and cafés. Travel through Wharfedale and across Beggarman’s Pass, passing St Michael and All Angels Church, used for James and H…
From £95 per person
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 you with generous examples of their fabulous food & drink. You'll get to enjoy Yorkshire Cheeses, Fish & Chips, Tacos, Chocolate and Pintxos with Sherry before choosing a sweet or savoury finale with a well earned Yorkshire ale! While walking between the venues…
From £75 per person
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 famous figures including Ragnar, Ivar the Boneless, Erik Bloodaxe and Harald Hardrada, and discover why York became such an important Viking stronghold—and the setting for so many battles. Your tour is arranged around you. Choose a meeting time and p…
From £65 per person
York Gin Tastings are fun, fascinating, and one of the best things to do in York. Come along with friends and enjoy two full G&Ts (or other mixer!) while tasting a wide selection of your award-winning range. You'll learn lots and laugh lots with your famously friendly and knowledgeable York Gin Experts, who'll take you through the amazing legends, myths and history of gin. Includes: Two drinks, 6…
From £40 per person
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 us in this 45 min Chocolate class where you can sample our latest chocolates made straight from the Manufactory, learn how chocolate is made, indulge in our chocolate cafe or create your own chocolate treats for you to enjoy.
From £12.50 per person
