York Private Historical Pub Tour with Free Drinks
- 4 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Guided in English
- Private tour
Highlights
Explore the lanes and stories of one of England’s most atmospheric cities on this Private York Historical Pub Tour — an unforgettable journey through centuries of rebellion, intrigue, ghosts and good cheer. York is a city layered with history: Roman foundations, Viking streets, medieval walls and Georgian elegance. But some of its most vivid stories are told not in museums — they’re told in its pubs. On this private walking tour, we visit a hand-picked selection of York’s most historic and characterful taverns. We begin at the birthplace of Guy Fawkes, the Guy Fawkes Inn, before descending to Roman remains beneath the Roman Bath. Hear ghostly tales inside the famously haunted Golden Fleece, soak up centuries of atmosphere at the Blue Boar, finishing by the river at the flood-prone yet beloved King's Arms. A complimentary drink is included in every pub. Relaxed, private and entertaining, this is York’s story told as it should be: in historic pubs, one glass at a time.
Inclusions
What's included
- A free beer, cider or soft drink in every pub!
What's not
- Any meals or snacks.
Itinerary
Nestled right across the road from York Minster, the beautiful old traditional Inn has guest rooms upstairs and a lovely old pub downstairs. It was here that the infamous Guy Fawkes was born.... Remember, remember, the fifth of November!
See one of the greatest places of worship in the world, the wonderful York Minster.
What makes this pub extra special isn't just what's inside but what lies beneath! How many pubs can you visit with a 2nd century Roman bath house in the cellar?
a famous, incredibly well-preserved medieval street renowned for its narrow, timber-framed buildings with jettied upper floors that nearly touch across the cobbles. Formerly a street of butchers' shops ("flesh shambles"), it is now a top tourist attraction known for its Harry Potter-like atmosphere, often cited as inspiration for Diagon Alley but it's so much more than that.
Lots of pubs in Britain have ghosts but not many have as many documented ghosts as the Golden Fleece. Who knows who we might bump into!
There has been a Blue Boar since Medieval times and despite connections with royalty, it is perhaps most famous for it being where the body of legendary Highwayman Dick Turpin was on display following his execution. We might even see his coffin!
Standing right next to the famous River Ouse, the old Viking highway. This wonderful old pub holds the distinction of being the most flooded pub in York. Usually around 4 times a year.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
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Know before you go
- Meeting point
- I can meet you at York Railway Station or at at centrally located hotel in York.
- Pickup
- Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the starting point.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operated by
- Ye Olde England Tours
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
How it compares in York
- Its from-price is 189% above the median of the 186 experiences we list in York.
- It is longer than most of them.
- By number of reviews it ranks 136 of 186.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About York
York is a walled cathedral city in northern England, a place of Roman and Viking history, medieval lanes and a vast Gothic minster.
York Minster, among the largest Gothic cathedrals in northern Europe, towers over the city, and its stained glass includes the Great East Window, one of the biggest areas of medieval glass in the country. Medieval walls, the longest in England, encircle the old centre and can be walked along the top. The Shambles, a narrow lane of leaning timber-framed buildings, was once the street of butchers.
Top-ranked sights in York: York Minster, Clifford's Tower, The Shambles.
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