York's Best Fun Interactive History Tour - win a trophy! in York
York, United Kingdom

York's Best Fun Interactive History Tour - win a trophy!

Outty Ranking 74 5.0 · 167 traveler reviews1.3 hoursFrom $22

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74/100

Strongly Recommended. Our proprietary evaluation. How we score

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5.0/5

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Is York's Best Fun Interactive History Tour - win a trophy! worth booking?

York's Best Fun Interactive History Tour - win a trophy! is a 1.3-hour experience in York, United Kingdom, from $22 per person. It scores 74 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended, based on a 5/5 rating across 167 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
74 / 100
Rating
5/5 (167)
Duration
1.3 hours
From
$22 per person

An entertaining and immersive tour of York from Roman times to the present day. There will be plays, suprises and stories about Roman toilets, Dick Turpin's execution and Black Death Cures. Will you be the one to take ho

What you get

    About this experience

    An entertaining and immersive tour of York from Roman times to the present day. There will be plays, suprises and stories about Roman toilets, Dick Turpin's execution and Black Death Cures. Will you be the one to take home the Time Traveller's Tour Trophy?

    What's included

    Included

    • A fun small group tour of York for friends, family and social groups.

    Not included

    • Admissions to attractions are not included

    What you'll see and do

    1. The Time Traveller's Tour of York

      The Time Traveller will meet you outside the Castle Museum on the steps and tell you the story of Dick Turpin.

      15 minutes here · Admission not included

    2. Clifford's Tower

      Travellers will be taken back in time to Norman York and the two rebellions that led to William the Conqueror's Harrying of the North!

      15 minutes here · Admission not included

    3. Shambles

      The time travellers will discover the terrible disaster that was the Black Death that struck medieval York!

      15 minutes here · Admission not included

    4. York Minster

      The time travellers will find out about Roman York and their daily cleansing routines.

      15 minutes here · Admission not included

    Where it starts and ends

    Meeting point

    York

    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.

    Hotel pickup

    No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.

    Ends at

    By the Great East Window of York Minster

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
    Languages
    en
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
    Group size
    Up to 15 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    The Time Traveller's Tour of York

    Know before you go

    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
    • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • It requires a minimum of four people for the tour to run.

    Photos

    Medieval YorkCuring the plagueRoman YorkYork's Best Fun Interactive History Tour - win a trophy! in York, photo 5Dick Turpin official mournerClifford's Tower - start of the Tour

    Good to know

    Duration
    1.3 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
    Hotel pickup
    No pickup, meet at start point
    Booked in 30 days
    58
    Verdict
    Strongly Recommended

    Why this scores 74

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)98
    Review evidence (18% weight)65
    Booking momentum (14% weight)60
    Value for money (12% weight)35
    Listing quality (10% weight)63
    Local standing (8% weight)74
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    York's Best Fun Interactive History Tour - win a trophy!: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for York.

    How much does York's Best Fun Interactive History Tour - win a trophy! cost?

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    Prices start at $22 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 York's Best Fun Interactive History Tour - win a trophy! take?

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    Plan for about 1.3 hours 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 York's Best Fun Interactive History Tour - win a trophy! worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 74 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 167 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in York, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule York's Best Fun Interactive History Tour - win a trophy!?

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    Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

    Is York's Best Fun Interactive History Tour - win a trophy! suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 1.3-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book York's Best Fun Interactive History Tour - win a trophy!?

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    Around 58 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 1.3-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does York's Best Fun Interactive History Tour - win a trophy! 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 Mad Alice’s The Bloody Tour of York -Best Tour Award Europe, The Deathly Dark Tour of York, Shadows of York: Ghost Walk and Horrible History.. 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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