Europe · Heritage
York
Roman, Viking and medieval layers inside intact city walls.
- Place
- England · United Kingdom · GB
- World region
- Europe
- Type
- Heritage
- ID
- DST-0244
Why go
Roman, Viking and medieval layers inside intact city walls.
York is compact enough to walk the full walls in an afternoon, with the Shambles and the Minster as anchors. It is one of England's best-value historic cities.
Signature experiences
- York Minster and the tower climb
- City walls circuit
- The Shambles and Jorvik Viking Centre
Interest tags
historyarchitecturewalkingfoodvillage
Good for
History travellersFamiliesCouples
Pairs well with
Best months
Apr-Jun · Sep-Oct
Avoid months
Nov-Feb (short days)
Ideal stay
2 days
Nearest airport
LBA · Leeds
Pace
Relaxed
Cost tier
Mid
Peak crowd level
High
Country ISO
GB
