Itinerary 1 itinerary
Day 1
Meet at meeting point: Constantine the Great York,England,United Kingdom Starts at the Statue of Constantine, (PLEASE ignore the sat nav address For Cars only you need to walk and head to the statue)South entrance of York Minster. The booked time is departure time. Arrive 10 minutes early. Guides don't answer phones once tours begun. Late comer not refunded.Attractions and Activities: The York Dungeon (Free entry How to visit:No indoor visits) Our guide will show you what makes York so unique, the Medieval walls and Gateways, the Minster, the ancient Shambles, Lantern towers, rivers and castle. See the grave of Dick Turpin and walk through 2000 years of the cities heritage follow in the footsteps of ancient tribes, Romans, Kings and Queens and some of histories most notorious. Our guides can also take you around the museums of your choice for an additional fee.
Attractions and Activities: York Minster (At your own expense) The largest Gothic Cathedral in Northern Europe, York Minster took 252 years too build. There are Minster guides inside, tours last an hour. 20 min(s)
Attractions and Activities: Clifford's Tower, York (Free entry How to visit:No indoor visits) Walking around the Motte of the castle built in 1069, your guide will bring alive its bloody and dark secrets, walk in the grounds of what would have been on elf the finest castles in England.
Attractions and Activities: Merchant Adventurers' Hall (Free entry How to visit:No indoor visits) Walk down into the Medieval levels of the City and let our guide tell you about the richest Guild in York and the part the traders played in Yorks prosperity. Find out how important women were in this guild.
Attractions and Activities: Shambles (Free entry) The street of the Butchers, our guide will take to the shrine of St Margaret Clitheroe, and exploring with to uncover the secrets of one of Yorks oldest streets. 10 min(s)
Attractions and Activities: St Cuthbert's Church (Free entry) We take a look at this medieval church with its rich history, built partially from Roman brick work it also features Saxon and Norman architecture. Its most unique feature is its 'Devils door' we will unravel the truth behind the myth. 6 min(s)
Attractions and Activities: York City Walls (Free entry) We take in a section of the medieval walls where you'll see the cities Roman defences, danish earthwork and discover its medieval past, sieges, and Victorian alterations. We will also pass by the old Jewish quarter of the city. 15 min(s)
Attractions and Activities: Statue of Constantine the Great (Free entry) Learn about the origins of York, its visiting emperors and delve into the story of Constantine the Great, his effect on Christianity and York. 10 min(s)
Attractions and Activities: The Black Swan (Free entry) As we enter the old Hungate Parish, you'll discover the Black Swan, its famous residents and links to the battle of Quebec. Near by is a building whose architecture reflects the Irish heritage of the area as well as having a chance to spot one of Yorks famous Black Cats. 5 min(s)
Attractions and Activities: Merchant Taylors' Hall (Free entry) On the city walls you'll see the Merchant Taylors, discover how guilds became the economic centre of Cities like York, the Taylors significance to the city and its role today. 4 min(s)
Attractions and Activities: Shambles (Free entry) Visit the market and discover their significance in Yorks economic growth. 5 min(s)
Attractions and Activities: Monk Bar (Free entry) One of 6 gates in York you'll discover its role in the city defences, the legend of the Wild men of York as well as our Bars more gruesome uses. 5 min(s)
As we walk along this Saxon street you'll discover the Dutch House, it's significance to architectural changes after the Great fire of London and the emergence of Insurance policies. 5 min(s)
Attractions and Activities: Kings Square (Free entry) In this ancient square you'll discover the meaning behind our street names and thinner Viking heritage and learn about the very centre of the city of Jorvic 5 min(s)
Attractions and Activities: York Castle Museum (At your own expense) From out side we'll look at the old building s of the museum looking at prison reform, the building usage in the past and delve into the myth and stories behind the real Dick Turpin. 7 min(s)
Guests leave on their own: Parish of All Saints, PavementEnd the tour on your own and bring your trip to a happy conclusion High Ousegate, York, England The end point is 6 minutes walk from the start of the tour. The location gives access, to Jorvik Viking Centre, Castle museum and Cliffords tour, the river walk and 2 minutes from the Shambles. please note end point may vary.
*Itinerary times are in the local time of the place of visit and may be subject to changes due to weather conditions, road conditions, and other factors. We appreciate your understanding.
