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The 15 most popular york tours in the UK. What each one actually includes, who runs it, and what it costs to book.
A 45-minute York River Ouse cruise with live English commentary, heated saloon comfort, and a bar for drinks and snacks.
“Captain was very informative about so many facts about York and the river. Lovely that he actually spoke to us and it wasn’t a recorded commentary”
York Ghost Bus Tour: a comedy-horror ride on a classic Routemaster with spooky sights like Clifford’s Tower and York Minster.
“Didn't really know what to expect but we were having fun and laughing from the start, the guide, interactive entertainment and the driver were so funny. Even my 14 yr old enjoyed it and I had to force him to go. 😄”
A fun, interactive Harry Potter themed walking tour in York. Play house quizzes, see Diagon Alley and the Hogwarts Express spot, plus city views.
“Guide was lovely, loved talking to her and she knew so much trivia. Was very interesting and fun.”
York Dungeon ticket for 75 minutes of 10 live shows, 360° sets, and special effects. Vikings, Guy Fawkes, and dark comedy.
“Was brilliant well worth money, enjoyable scary fun, kids who are older than recommended age loved it, even though scary fun, the history was enjoyable .”
Hop-on hop-off buses around York’s best sights, with open-top views, easy stop access, and clear multi-language audio for 24 or 48 hours.
“Excellent, bus clean tidy, driving good. Guide very informative with good sense of humour.”
York Witches and History Old Town walk: 75 minutes of character-led tales from Whip-Ma-Whop-Ma-Gate past York Minster to Shambles.
“Nutmeg was an awesome guide!! So fun and knowledgeable”
A small-group 90-minute York walk linking Romans, Vikings, and the Minster, ending at the Shambles and Snickelways.
“Our guide was wonderful! Full of history and interesting personal experiences of York.”
A relaxed 60-minute Happy Hour cruise on the River Ouse with live captain commentary, York sights, and discounted drinks.
“the cruise was perfect, the radio gave good vibes and the toilets were clean. well done”
A full-day small-group trip from York to the North York Moors and Whitby, with Heartbeat and Harry Potter spots plus a heritage train or Whitby Abbey.
“It was truly amazing. Ben was the best guide one could have hoped for. He was so interactive and made sure there was never a dull moment throughout the tour. He kept on narrating us about the instances and historic relevance. Perfect 10 on 10 I would say !!!”
York’s Deathly Dark Ghost Tour mixes eerie stories and dark comedy for 90 minutes, from Grape Lane to Shambles or Clifford’s Tower.
“Tour was great. Good mix of humour and horror. Suitable for all ages.”
A 75-minute guided chocolate tour in York with interactive exhibits, expert tastings, and a hands-on chocolate-making finish, plus cafe time.
“It was really informative and interesting. Really fun for the kids and kept them engaged. The tour guide girl i forgot her name was amazing”
Self-steer a motor boat on York’s River Ouse from King’s Staith for 1 hour, with picnic options and Viking-ride views.
“Good fun! And a great idea. The team are absolutely wonderful - thank you!”
1-hour York evening cruise on the River Ouse with sunset views, strawberries & cream, and a free Prosecco, Peroni, or soft drink.
“enjoyed the evening cruise, seeing the beautiful views of york”
Yorkshire Dales day trip from York with Wensleydale, Swaledale, Hawes, Bolton Castle and Aysgarth Falls by minicoach.
“Had a good time and a full day. Guide was very knowledgeable and enjoyable to listen to. Took us to some interesting places. Mix of short and long stops.”
Make your own 200g chocolate bar in York’s Cocoa Works, learning tempering and choosing flavors and toppings to take home.
“Lovely young lad led our session. Very informative and fun and lovely chocolate”
