Best Historical Tours in York
York offers a truly remarkable journey through time, and our historical tours provide an intimate way to explore its layered past. Discover the stories woven into the very fabric of this ancient city – it’s an experience you won't soon forget.
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TOP York : Private Guided Tour with your mobile
from £4Private tourNew
120 minFree cancellation
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Ghosts and Ghouls Haunted York Self Guided Audio Tour
from £5Private tour
★ 4.5 (6)90 minFree cancellation
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York National Railway Museum Timed Entry and Digital Tour
from £6New
180 min
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The Treasures of Bloodaxe - A Fun Viking Treasure Hunt in York
from £7Private tour
★ 4.7 (22)90 minFree cancellation
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History and Hauntings Self Guided Walking Tour in York with App
from £7Private tour
★ 4.3 (27)90 minFree cancellation
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York's Famous Ghosts Smartphone App walking tour
from £7Private tour
★ 5.0 (2)60 minFree cancellation
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York's Forbidden Chronicles- Terrors from the dark side.
from £8★ 4.8 (130)70 min
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Romans, Vikings and Medieval York: An Audio Tour
from £9Private tour
★ 4.5 (121)90 minFree cancellation
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The Silly History Walk of York: A Self Guided Audio Tour
from £9Private tourNew
★ 5.0 (4)75 minFree cancellation
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Discover the Best of York with 3 Self-Guided Audio Tours
from £13Private tour
★ 4.2 (6)60 min
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Shadows of York: Ghost Walk and Horrible History.
from £13★ 4.9 (1499)90 minFree cancellation
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The Deathly Dark Tour of York
from £14★ 4.9 (3990)90 minFree cancellation
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The Underworld Tours Crime Walk of York
from £14New
★ 5.0 (6)60 minFree cancellation
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Mad Alice’s The Bloody Tour of York -Best Tour Award Europe
from £15★ 5.0 (3126)90 minFree cancellation
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York’s Snickelways Story Shared Tour
from £15★ 5.0 (5)90 minFree cancellation
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Christmas Guided Walking Tour in York
from £15★ 5.0 (108)90 minFree cancellation
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Deathly by Daylight: Walking Tour of York
from £15★ 5.0 (36)75 minFree cancellation
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York's Best Fun Interactive History Tour - win a trophy!
from £16★ 5.0 (166)75 minFree cancellation
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York Historical Gems Tour & A Taste of York Chocolate
from £17★ 4.9 (133)70 minFree cancellation
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York Witches and History Walking Tour
from £17★ 4.8 (464)70 minFree cancellation
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Shared York Walking Tour – Hidden Gems & History
from £18★ 4.9 (579)60 minFree cancellation
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The Best of York on Foot in a Small Group
from £20★ 5.0 (820)90 minFree cancellation
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Villainous History and Rum Tasting Tour in York Indoor Experience
from £25★ 5.0 (165)30 minFree cancellation
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Quirky Pubs and Crooked Streets of York
from £28★ 5.0 (15)210 minFree cancellation
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York Minster Guided Tour with Entry & Audio Guide
from £35★ 4.5 (4)75 minFree cancellation
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York City Pass Access more than 30 Attractions
from £72★ 4.8 (38)1440 minFree cancellation
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York Walls Private Walking Tour
from £77Private tour
★ 4.8 (152)90 minFree cancellation
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York Food & History Tour with local guide
from £128Likely to sell out
★ 5.0 (3)210 minFree cancellation
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Private Historical Walking Tour of York
from £141Private tour
★ 4.9 (1335)120 minFree cancellation
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Private York Walking Tour with Local Guide
from £160Private tour
★ 5.0 (2)120 minFree cancellation
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Private Walking Tour: York City Highlights and York Minster
from £245Skip the linePrivate tourLikely to sell out
★ 5.0 (8)240 minFree cancellation
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Frequently asked questions
How much does historical tours cost in York?
historical tours in York ranges from £4 to £245 per person, depending on the tour and group size.
How long does historical tours take in York?
historical tours in York typically take between 30 minutes and 24 hours, depending on the tour.
How many historical tours options are there in York?
We currently list 35 bookable historical tours options in York, with real-time pricing and availability.
Can I cancel my historical tours booking in York?
Most tours offer free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start time — check the specific policy on each tour before booking.
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