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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.
“We couldn't take the boat cruise due to the river were told that we could go on the hop on hop off blue bus. The driver was lovely very informative and helpful. flooding but we”
York Ghost Bus Tour: a comedy-horror ride on a classic Routemaster with spooky sights like Clifford’s Tower and York Minster.
“brilliant fun and a great way to see a bit of york, highly recommended”
A fun, interactive Harry Potter themed walking tour in York. Play house quizzes, see Diagon Alley and the Hogwarts Express spot, plus city views.
“I took the Harry Potter Walking tour around York with both adults and children. We all thoroughly enjoyed our tour. Ellie, the guide was full of information and made the 2 hours a lot of fun with her Harry Potter quizz. She really is a H.P genius!”
York Dungeon ticket for 75 minutes of 10 live shows, 360° sets, and special effects. Vikings, Guy Fawkes, and dark comedy.
“not what I expected but that's my fault for not reading up on the dungeon and what to expect. but I was pleasantly surprised. had a lot of silly fun and leaning at the same time.”
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.
“Great service, the guide was very informative and passionate about the City, the bus was clean and comfortable”
York Witches and History Old Town walk: 75 minutes of character-led tales from Whip-Ma-Whop-Ma-Gate past York Minster to Shambles.
“The tour was great fun and very interesting. Merlot was a great guide.”
A small-group 90-minute York walk linking Romans, Vikings, and the Minster, ending at the Shambles and Snickelways.
“Superb walking tour of York with Alfred. Nice chap, very informative.The weather was freezing but didn't spoil our day.”
A relaxed 60-minute Happy Hour cruise on the River Ouse with live captain commentary, York sights, and discounted drinks.
“Well organised and the two young people in charge were excellent, especially the ‘captain’. Her knowledge of York was first class.”
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.
“This was one of the best trips we’ve ever been on. John, our driver, created the most memorable day. His ability to transport us back in time with his words is truly remarkable. He was knowledgeable, entertaining, thoughtful, and kind. The trip itself was made even more special by John’s fantastic knowledge of the area,…”
York’s Deathly Dark Ghost Tour mixes eerie stories and dark comedy for 90 minutes, from Grape Lane to Shambles or Clifford’s Tower.
“Absolutely fantastic, Daunty Deathly had us enthralled the whole tour his enthusiasm never dwindled even though it was pouring with rain and cold. It was hilarious the way he told us the stories and made us jump a few times too. Highly recommend and would definitely do it again xx”
A 75-minute guided chocolate tour in York with interactive exhibits, expert tastings, and a hands-on chocolate-making finish, plus cafe time.
“Great tour, learnt loads about the history of chocolate in York and our guide was very knowledgeable. And of course we got to taste loads of chocolate!”
Self-steer a motor boat on York’s River Ouse from King’s Staith for 1 hour, with picnic options and Viking-ride views.
“We loved this activity and will probably do it again when we revisit York. The staff were really good and the price was well worth the views you see along the river. The boat needs a bit maintenance though - the windshield was so scratched and cloudy that it was hard to see so we…”
1-hour York evening cruise on the River Ouse with sunset views, strawberries & cream, and a free Prosecco, Peroni, or soft drink.
“The lovely staff on board made the experience even more conformable and relaxing. it was a nice peaceful journey the girls and me loves it 💕”
Yorkshire Dales day trip from York with Wensleydale, Swaledale, Hawes, Bolton Castle and Aysgarth Falls by minicoach.
“Our tour guide, John, was excellent! He was very knowledgeable, personable, full of stories, and a wonderful driver! We thoroughly enjoyed all the stops and scenery. Highly recommend this trip!”
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”
