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York History Tour: From Romans to Dick Turpin
5.0
148 Ratings
York
Experience an engaging and captivating journey through York’s history, from the Roman era to modern times. Enjoy theatrical performances, unexpected surprises, and fascinating tales about Roman toilets, the execution of Dick Turpin, and remedies for the Black Death. Could you be the one to win the Time Traveller’s Tour Trophy?
Experience an engaging and captivating journey through York’s history, from the Roman era to modern times. Enjoy theatrical performances, unexpected surprises, and fascinating tales about Roman toilets, the execution of Dick Turpin, and remedies for the Black Death. Could you be the one to win the Time Traveller’s Tour Trophy?
Duration:
1 hour, 15 minutes
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- The Time Traveller’s Tour of York - The Time Traveller will greet visitors on the steps outside the Castle Museum and share the tale of Dick Turpin.
- Clifford’s Tower - Visitors will journey back to Norman York and explore the two uprisings that resulted in William the Conqueror’s Harrying of the North!
- Shambles - Time travellers will…
- The Time Traveller’s Tour of York - The Time Traveller will greet visitors on the steps outside the Castle Museum and share the tale of Dick Turpin.
- Clifford’s Tower - Visitors will journey back to Norman York and explore the two uprisings that resulted in William the Conqueror’s Harrying of the North!
- Shambles - Time travellers will learn about the devastating impact of the Black Death on medieval York!
- York Minster - Time travellers will discover insights into Roman York and their daily hygiene practices.
What's Included
- Fun and engaging tour of York
- Suitable for friends, family, and social groups
- Fun and engaging tour of York
- Suitable for friends, family, and social groups
What's Not Included
- Admissions to attractions are not included
- Admissions to attractions are not included
Additional Information
- It requires a minimum of four people for the tour to run.
- It requires a minimum of four people for the tour to run.
Location
York Castle Museum
Tower Street
The tour guide will be wearing a top hat and a time traveller's' clock. I will be on the steps next to entrance to the museum.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
5.0
(148 Ratings)
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_e8678ww
Aug 7, 2025
Thank you time traveller!! - Although I had already been to some of the places, this tour allowed me to learn more about the history of the places and their connection to York. This tour was a fantastic and very good experience.
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126clairer
Jul 28, 2025
Fun, memorable and really enjoyable - Patrick was fab at story telling the history of York and is very knowledgeable and passionate. It was fun and very memorable. The appearance of Sad Sally along the tour was very entertaining too.
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Inspire30615294509
Jul 26, 2025
Amazing entertaining tour - Very funny your , full of facts and laughs. Very immersive and full of fun to participate in. Would recommend to any one looking for a laugh alongside some history of York.
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308heinir
Jul 26, 2025
BEST TOUR IN YORK! - The tour was just fabulous! Even though it was only the two of us, we were made to feel like VIPs! Really enjoyed the way it was interactive and through different time periods! Would recommend to anyone interested! Proper fun and worth every ‘penny’ ;)
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Palinex2025
Jul 1, 2025
Great - It is a very amazing and interesting tour. There are different types of scenes through the tour. I will recommend my friends to join.
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Yingtungc2025
Jul 1, 2025
Love this experience - Cool experience. I love the role playing, because it makes the history more easy to understand and interactive. There is also a lady walking around and joining us like a real “ancient woman who lives in the viking times”.
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Lindseyhu7468lv
Jul 1, 2025
Very good - Had a very good time with the super friendly tour guide and my friends! Got to know more about the history of York, strongly recommend this tour!
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P696tgvanessah
Jul 1, 2025
We had a great time! - It was a really interesting and fun experience.
We had an excellent time as a group of friends from Hong Kong, there were many props and the explanation was very detailed.
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Yuhingmaggiel
Jul 1, 2025
Best tour ever - Very wonderful tour for groups and family, a very interesting story teller, this is the best tour ever. I have to learn the history in York and it’s very clear and easy to remember!
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Vacation27666173687
Jul 1, 2025
Must try, love it! - Amazing tour, great stories, having a really great time, love it so much, will definitely join this tour when I travel to York again next time!
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