You’ll never be short of things to do in York. Take the York City Sightseeing bus tour and be inspired by the beauty this city has to offer. Hop on the open-top bus at Exhibition Square and get ready to start the adventure through time! If you're feeling ravenous, then hop off to grab a traditional English Roast dinner at one of York's finest pubs, the GillyGate. One of the main attractions that can't be missed is Clifford's Tower. Dive straight into medieval history and go inside to discover how the tower became the remains of the grand York Castle. The Fishergate Bar, one of York's gateways, was built in the early 14th century by the mayor of York. Take a trip closer to the River Ouse and visit South Bank. Take a wander around the Rowntree Park nearby, which serves as a memorial for the employees of the confectionery factory nearby, who died in the First World War. Right by the River Ouse, you'll also find York's botanical gardens, also called York Museum Gardens. The tranquil atmosphere makes it the perfect picnic location on a sunny day, where you can appreciate all the beautiful flowers and immaculate fresh lawns. Take a walk, and you'll even see the ruins of the medieval St Mary's Abbey Church, which dates back to the mid-11th century. Join the City Sightseeing bus tour around York and enjoy the views!
City Sightseeing hop-on hop-off bus tour of York
- You'll create your own perfect itinerary to explore York, hopping on and off whenever you wish
- There's access to 1 comprehensive bus route with 14 stops covering all the city's main attractions
- You can learn about York's rich history and culture through the informative audio guide
- The tour includes special commentary designed specifically for children, making it family-friendly
- It's a flexible way to see York's historic sights at your own pace, with buses running throughout the day
Audio guide
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24-hour hop-on hop-off bus ticket
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48-hour hop-on hop-off bus ticket
Audio guide
Know in advance:
- Your ticket will have a 12-month validity starting from the date of purchase
- Your mobile voucher will be accepted at all of the City Sightseeing stops
- The tour runs from 9.08 am to 4.38 pm (last departure) from Stop 1 - Exhibition Square, every 15 minutes
- The last 3 buses of the day will end their route at the Clifford Tower (stop n. 7)
- The audio guide is available in English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Mandarin Chinese, Russian, and Yorkshire Dialect. Live commentary is in English
- Please note that changes to operating hours, frequencies and inclusions may occur at any time and without notice
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