Discover the Best of York with 3 Self-Guided Audio Tours
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Is Discover the Best of York with 3 Self-Guided Audio Tours worth booking?
Discover the Best of York with 3 Self-Guided Audio Tours is a 1-hour experience in York, United Kingdom, from $17 per person. It scores 46 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 4.2/5 rating across 6 reviews. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 46 / 100
- Rating
- 4.2/5 (6)
- Duration
- 1 hours
- From
- $17 per person
Visit some of York's best and lesser-known sights and meet the cast of characters who have helped shape the city, from an ancient Roman outpost to the exciting city of today. • Enjoy three walking tours around the city.
What you get
- Lifetime access to this tour in English
- The VoiceMap app for Android and iOS
- Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
About this experience
Visit some of York's best and lesser-known sights and meet the cast of characters who have helped shape the city, from an ancient Roman outpost to the exciting city of today. • Enjoy three walking tours around the city. One tracing the city wall, another examining its ancient history and the final tour looking at its haunted spots • Hear from producer James Easton, a local resident, passionate about the history • Have complete control over when you start and finish with the ability to linger at stops en route • Get unlimited use before your booking date and after it • Use the virtual tour option at home Once you’ve booked, you’ll receive a ticket with instructions and 3 codes listed under “Before You Go”. Simply install the VoiceMap mobile app and enter your codes. The app displays directions to the starting point, and when you’re in the right place, just pop in your headphones and tap start. The app has automatic GPS playback, with turn-by-turn directions. It also works offline.
What's included
Included
- Lifetime access to this tour in English
- The VoiceMap app for Android and iOS
- Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
Not included
- Smartphone and headphones
- Transportation
- Food and drink
What you'll see and do
York
All three of these self-guided audio tours take you through various parts of York to make the most of your time there. You'll see it's top attractions, hear its history and explore the city at your own pace.
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York Minster
You'll pass by the outside of the York Minster on on all three of the self-guided tours. You'll learn about the Minster as you walk.
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Shambles
You'll stroll down the Shambles on two of the three self-guided tours. You'll learn about the Shambles as you walk.
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St. Mary's Abbey
You'll pass by the outside of St Mary's Abbey on one of the three self-guided tours. You'll learn about the abbey as you walk.
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Clifford's Tower
You'll pass by the outside of Clifford's Tower on two of the three self-guided tours. You'll learn about the tower as you walk.
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Merchant Adventurers' Hall
You'll pass by the outside of Merchant Adventurers' Hall on one of the three self-guided tours. You'll learn about the hall as you walk.
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St. Leonards Hospital
You'll pass by the outside of the St Leonards Hospital on one of the three self-guided tours. You'll learn about the hospital as you walk.
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Bootham Bar
You'll pass by the outside of the Bootham Bar on all three of the self-guided tours. You'll learn about the Bar as you walk.
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You'll pass by the outside of the Ye Olde Starre Inne on one of the three self-guided tours. You'll learn about the inn as you walk.
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York Theatre Royal
You'll pass by the outside of the York Theatre Royal on one of the three self-guided tours. You'll learn about the theatre as you walk.
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You'll pass by the outside of the Whippet Inn on one of the three self-guided tours. You'll learn about the inn as you walk.
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Micklegate Bar
You'll pass by the outside of the Micklegate Bar on two of the three self-guided tours. You'll learn about the Bar as you walk.
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You'll pass by the outside of the St Crux on one of the three self-guided tours. You'll learn about the St Crux as you walk.
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You'll pass by the outside of the Golden Fleece on one of the three self-guided tours. You'll learn about the Golden Fleece as you walk.
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York City Walls
You'll pass by the statue on one of the three self-guided tours. You'll learn about the statue as you walk.
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Museum Gardens
You'll pass through the Museum Gardens on two of the three self-guided tours. You'll learn about the gardens as you walk.
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Statue of Constantine the Great
You'll pass by the statue on one of the three self-guided tours. You'll learn about the statue as you walk.
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Barley Hall
You'll pass by the outside of Barley Hall on one of the three self-guided tours. You'll learn about the hall as you walk.
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You'll pass by the outside of Holy Trinity Church on one of the three self-guided tours. You'll learn about the church as you walk.
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York Mansion House
You'll pass by York Mansion House on one of the three self-guided tours. You'll learn about the house as you walk.
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You'll pass by the Roman Wall on two of the three self-guided tours. You'll learn about the wall as you walk.
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The Red Tower
You'll pass by the Red Tower on one of the three self-guided tours. You'll learn about the tower as you walk.
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Walmgate Bar
You'll pass by the Walmgate Bar on one of the three self-guided tours. You'll learn about the bar as you walk.
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Fishergate Bar
You'll pass by the Fishergate Bar on one of the three self-guided tours. You'll learn about the bar as you walk.
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Fishergate Postern Tower
You'll pass by the Fishergate Postern Tower on one of the three self-guided tours. You'll learn about the tower as you walk.
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Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
York
Before arrival, please install the mobile app and use the codes provided on your confirmation ticket. These are self-guided audio tours that you can start, pause, or restart at any time and complete at your own pace. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading each tour.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Each tour ends in a different spot. The Europe’s Most Haunted City tour ends near the Micklegate Bar. The Battlements of History tour ends at Lendal Bridge Landing. And the Medieval York tour ends at the York Art Gallery.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- VoiceMap Audio Tours
Know before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please note: You won't be guided through any museums or other attractions mentioned en route. If you choose to enter and visit such places, you'll need to pay for it independently of this tour.
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Good to know
- Duration
- 1 hours
- Free cancellation
- Non-refundable
- Minimum age to book
- 6+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 2
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 46
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Discover the Best of York with 3 Self-Guided Audio Tours: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for York.
How much does Discover the Best of York with 3 Self-Guided Audio Tours cost?
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Prices start at $17 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in York usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Discover the Best of York with 3 Self-Guided Audio Tours take?
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Plan for about 1 hour from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in York is not rushed.
Is Discover the Best of York with 3 Self-Guided Audio Tours worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 46 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.2/5 across 6 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable culture & history in York, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Discover the Best of York with 3 Self-Guided Audio Tours?
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No. This experience is sold on a non-refundable basis, so only book a date you are confident about. Similar experiences in the city do offer free cancellation if flexibility matters more than price.
Is Discover the Best of York with 3 Self-Guided Audio Tours suitable for kids and families?
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The operator sets a minimum age of 6. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 1-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book Discover the Best of York with 3 Self-Guided Audio Tours?
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Around 2 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in York can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in York and add a light layer if any part of the 1-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Discover the Best of York with 3 Self-Guided Audio Tours start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central York within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in York?
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On Outty we rank every York experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include The Best of York on Foot in a Small Group, Mad Alice’s The Bloody Tour of York -Best Tour Award Europe, The Deathly Dark Tour of York. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit York?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in York?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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