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Battlements of History: A Self-Guided Tour of York's City Walls
York
About
You’ll find the country’s most complete city walls encircling York, and this self-guided walking tour takes you on a complete circuit of them. Along the way, you’ll hear the extraordinary history of this magical city, and find out about the Romans, Vikings, Normans and medieval citizens of York who built, defended, attacked and sometimes died here, on and around these ancient walls.
On this tour, you’ll see and hear about:
• The magnificent cathedral of York Minster • The four impressive city gates, each with its own story • The dominating remains of York Castle • The last remains of the Roman occupation of York
Highlights
From 1 hour and 30 minutes to 2 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 1 hour and 30 minutes to 2 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Lifetime access to this tour in English before your booking date and after it
Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
App for Android and iOS
Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour
Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start
Smarphone and headphones
Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route
Food and drink
Transportation
Meeting Points
Departure
Museum Gardens
This tour starts at Museum Gardens, Museum St. Before arrival, please install the mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading
Return
Lendal Tower
The tour ends on Lendal Tower, Lendal Bridge
Important Information
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Battlements of History: A Self-Guided Tour of York's City Walls
York
About
You’ll find the country’s most complete city walls encircling York, and this self-guided walking tour takes you on a complete circuit of them. Along the way, you’ll hear the extraordinary history of this magical city, and find out about the Romans, Vikings, Normans and medieval citizens of York who built, defended, attacked and sometimes died here, on and around these ancient walls.
On this tour, you’ll see and hear about:
• The magnificent cathedral of York Minster • The four impressive city gates, each with its own story • The dominating remains of York Castle • The last remains of the Roman occupation of York
Highlights
From 1 hour and 30 minutes to 2 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 1 hour and 30 minutes to 2 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Lifetime access to this tour in English before your booking date and after it
Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
App for Android and iOS
Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour
Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start
Smarphone and headphones
Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route
Food and drink
Transportation
Meeting Points
Departure
Museum Gardens
This tour starts at Museum Gardens, Museum St. Before arrival, please install the mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading
Return
Lendal Tower
The tour ends on Lendal Tower, Lendal Bridge
Itinerary
1
Museum Gardens
The tour begins at the Museum Gardens.
2
Eboracum Roman Fortress Southwest Wall
The tour passes by the impressive Eboracum Roman Fortress Southwest Wall.
3
Roman Wall
You'll catch a glimpse of the ancient Roman Wall
4
Bootham Bar
You'll walk by the storied Bootham Bar.
5
York Minster
You'll catch a glimpse of the impressive York Minster, the city's centrepiece.
6
York City Walls
You'll walk along the city's ancient walls.
7
Robin Hood Tower
You'll pass the famously named Robin Hood Tower.
8
Treasurer's House
You'll pass by the Treasurer's House, with its historic charm.
