York History Walk: Royal 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: Royal Route we’ll ramble regally through 2000 years of amazing history. Starting outside the Yorkshire Museum, in the shadow of the city’s ancient stone walls, we’ll explain how a Roman military outpost turned into imperial Eboracum. Making our way across the city via York Minster, The Shambles and Jorvik, we’ll tell tales of conquests and massacres, empresses and queens, 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 - both our guides have Ph.D. qualifications in scientific subjects
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Itinerary
Meeting Point
The York History Walk: Royal Route begins outside the Yorkshire Museum in York Museum Gardens.
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Museum Gardens
10 minutes
In York Museum Gardens we'll see the ancient city walls, including the Multangular Tower, built by the Romans. We'll talk about Eboracum, emperors, and the remarkable role of York in the Roman Empire.
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Additional Information
This activity is operated by York's Hidden History Walks
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Guide Options
- Guide - English