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The best York walking tours

Small groups, local guides and the stories of the Shambles, the Minster and the city walls. The best-rated walks in York, one per route.

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The Deathly Dark Tour of York

4.9(4,219)

1.5 hoursFrom £14
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The Bloody Tour of York with Mad Alice and Lady Peckett

5.0(3,376)

1.5 hoursFrom £15
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Shadows of York: Ghost Walk and Horrible History.

4.9(1,525)

1.5 hoursFrom £13
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Private Historical Walking Tour of York

4.9(1,342)

2 hoursFrom £141.03
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Wizard Walk of York - WINNER Best Tour & Experience of the Year

4.9(1,153)

1.3 hoursFrom £12
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The Best of York on Foot in a Small Group

5.0(839)

1.5 hoursFrom £20
Viator

Shared York Walking Tour – Hidden Gems & History

4.9(633)

1 hourFrom £18
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York's Chocolate Story Guided Tour Ticket

4.6(873)

1.3 hoursFrom £21
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York Witches and History Walking Tour

4.8(482)

1.2 hoursFrom £17
Viator

J & M York City Walking Tours

4.7(534)

1.5 hoursFrom £13
Viator

Original Harry Potter Locations Tour : Guided Tour of York

4.7(534)

2 hoursFrom £15.50
Viator

Villainous History and Rum Tasting Tour in York Indoor Experience

5.0(226)

30 minutesFrom £25

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York's walking tours cover a lot within its medieval walls. The page mixes evening ghost walks, which are among the most reviewed tours in the city, with daytime history walks past York Minster, the Shambles and the old bars and gates. There are also a Harry Potter themed walk, a witches and history tour, the guided chocolate story tour and a rum tasting session built around villainous tales. J and M York City Walking Tours offers a general city walk, and a private historical walk is listed for those who want their own guide.

Most walks last one to two hours. At the time of checking, shared walks were listed from about £12 to £25, and the private historical walk from about £141.

Before you book

The centre is compact and mostly pedestrianised, but cobbles and uneven paving are common, so comfortable shoes help. Rain is frequent, and few routes have much shelter. From 12 November to 21 December 2026 the Christmas market fills the city centre, and it takes a rest day on Tuesdays, which can be a quieter day to walk. Weekend walks in summer and December book up.

York walking tours: questions

How long is a York walking tour?

Most take an hour to an hour and a half. Private walks usually run for about two hours.

Can I walk the York city walls on my own?

Yes. The wall-top path is free and open daily from 8am until dusk, apart from closures for weather or works.

Are York walking tours suitable for wheelchairs?

Many routes use pedestrian streets, but cobbles, kerbs and steps are common. Ask the operator about the route before you book.

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