York History Walk - River Route
York, United Kingdom
From 1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours
Good for Groups
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Family Friendly
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Walking Tours
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Nature & Outdoors
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Conscious
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History
What You Will Do
From the Roman Empire to the Industrial Revolution, via Vikings, the Norman Conquest and the Wars of the Roses, the history of York is the history of England. This city has been at the heart of the action for nearly 2000 years.
With York’s Hidden History, you’ll be at the heart of the action too, in the expert company of our local guides. Using knowledge and humour they'll tell the city's secrets whilst showing you the famous sights.
On the York History Walk: River Route we’ll take a waterside walk through 2000 years of amazing history. Starting outside the Yorkshire Museum, in the shadow of the city’s ancient walls, we’ll explain how a Roman military outpost turned into imperial Eboracum. Making our way across the city via St Mary’s Abbey, the River Ouse, and King’s Staith, we’ll tell tales of fights and floods, monks and merchants, before finishing our walk beneath Clifford’s Tower, in the heart of York Castle.
See the sights of the city with York’s Hidden History!
What's Included?
- Unique expertise from our PhD-qualified leaders
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Itinerary
Meeting Point
We start the walk outside the Yorkshire Museum in York Museum Gardens.
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St. Mary's Abbey
5 minutes
See the spectacular ruins of St Mary's Abbey and learn about King Henry VIII's dissolution of the monasteries.
Show 4 more stops
Additional Information
This activity is operated by York's Hidden History Walks
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Guide Options
- Guide - English