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York city walls
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York's city walls are the longest and best-preserved medieval town walls in England, offering a unique walking route that encircles the historic core. Visitors can climb onto the walls at multiple points and follow a 2.8-mile circuit, passing through four fortified gatehouses known as bars. The walk provides elevated views of the city's landmarks, including the Minster, and offers a tangible sense of York's medieval defenses. Along the way, you'll see remnants of Roman and Viking history embedded in the structure.
Don't miss
- Walk the complete circuit from Bootham Bar to Monk Bar for varied views.
- Climb the stairs at Micklegate Bar for a panoramic vista of the Minster.
- Look for the Roman multangular tower embedded in the walls near the Museum Gardens.
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit York city walls
You can see York city walls on your own. A tour is worth it for the story behind it, for transport, or for combining nearby sights into one day.
Cheapest way inHistory and Hauntings Self Guided Walking Tour in York with App4.3★ · 27 travelers2-3 hoursFree cancellationFrom$9 per personSee dates →
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Private & flexibleYork Walls Private Walking Tour4.8★ · 152 travelers2-3 hoursFree cancellationFrom$105 per personSee dates →More attractions in York