Shared York Walking Tour – Hidden Gems & History
Description
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 the very birthplace of Guy Fawkes himself! We'll then proceed to York Minster yard, where you'll learn all about the Minsters rich history. We'll also visit several other famous spots in York, including The Shambles, Museum Gardens, and many more hidden streets and area around the city where you'll be treated to local stories, and all kinds of hidden gems!
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Itinerary
You'll hear about the complete history of York's beautiful Minster, including details about the carvings, it's medieval history and maybe even have a chat with the stone masons!
Hear the rich history of the Museum Gardens and maybe even say hello to the falconers and their birds of prey!
Experience the history of St Mary's Abbey in Museum Gardens. This timeless gem is a must on this tour and is sure to impress any history buff!
Experience some the oldest places still standing in York at the Shambles and the Shambles market, along with tales that are both astounding and some a little grusome!
Experience the rich history of the church of All Saints Pavement, with some incredible and surprising stories!
Learn all about Saint Margaret Clitherow and her harrowing and noble story.
Learn the historical and sometimes gruesome stories of Clifford's Tower, and the history of the monarchs who are connected to it.
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Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(553)
The guide Dave, is second to none. We’ve done numerous walking tours and this was one of the best. Dave’s knowledge was outstanding, he tailored the tour to the group. We saw parts of York that we wouldn’t have done without Dave as our guide.
What an amazing tour! Educational and funny! Extremely informative but always accessible. Me and my family enjoyed every second of it. We had the full tour and it covered so much. We got the history and how it has shaped modern York. The Host Dave was exceptional with his knowledge and passion. A must do if visiting York.
Dave was amazing. What a passionate knowledgeable guide. When we come back to York we are 100% booking another tour with Dave.
Thoroughly enjoyed our tour, Dave is possibly the most knowledgeable for guide I've met. Tailored the tour to the interests of the group and was really friendly and good company. Thanks Dave
Dave is a friendly and knowledgeable tour guide - knows so much about York (and the rest of England)! He’s great at tailoring his tour to the group. Was a lovely afternoon.
Great walking tour. David is an excellent guide. Covered a broad spectrum of topics and history of this wonderful place.
Amazing experience! Dave is a walking encyclopedia - so much knowledge about York and lots of other places too! You will not be disappointed on this tour.
We loved this walking tour of York! Our tour guide David Haw was very knowledgeable and he took us all over downtown York. We saw areas we never would have found on our own! Such a charming city, full of history. I highly recommend this tour and if you can get David Haw, great! He’s a wonderful guide.
Dave has a great knowledge of the city and we learned a lot during our 2 hours tour. He is a fantastic guide, very helpful as well. The only downside was seeing the people who abuse these walking tours. They stay there for 2 hours and give 5 pounds for 2 people or there was even a girl who did not tip at all! Please show respect to the guides and if you are not willing to pay do not join these tours!
Couldn't have been much we didn't see! Great tour. Thanks Dave.
