Mansion House Tours

Explore an extraordinary 2,000 years of history on this walk through the City of York. You'll experience Roman, Viking and medieval York, see all the sights of the City, including some of the great buildings of the world - and some less expected ones. As you walk you'll learn the history of this great City, and the central role it played in the history of England. From its humble beginnings as a riverside Roman settlement, to its turbulent takeover by the Vikings, and on to its thriving medieval period. You’ll hear about kings and queens, and the lives of ordinary people and hear stories of invasions, executions, personal sacrifice, floods and even ghosts. So, if you’re visiting York, uncover some of the great figures and lesser known characters that have shaped this beautiful city by the River Ouse. The tour is ready whenever you are and the audio plays automatically at exactly the right time and place using your smartphone's GPS and the VoiceMap mobile app, which also works offline.

If you are planning a big night out in York, then this VIP Nightlife Pass is a great idea! We have selected some of the best bars and nightclubs to book you into, so you don't have to waste time researching venues or even queuing.. on the night, just go to the front of the queue and give your name to get straight in (for any of the venues with a door charge, this is included in the price). This Nightlife Party Pass includes the top bars and clubs in York.

Discover the History of Christmas in an extra-special, 90 minute Walking Tour through the Christmas light bedecked streets of York. Once voted 'the Most Festive' city, the medieval streets echo with the histories of Christmas' past from Roman Saturnalia, Viking Mid-winter Solstice to Victorian Feasts, and more recent traditions. This tour is 'Good To Go'. This means that all the latest government and public health directives are adhered to. Our tours are socially distanced and we will ensure we take in Christmassy corners whilst staying off the beaten track.