Group Experiences in York

Enjoy the finest and freshest fish and chips as you sail through York and into the surrounding countryside. Taste the great British traditional fish and chips, relax, and see the beautiful riverside of the Minster City on a York fish and chips cruise. Departing from the city centre, you'll be handed your fish and chips freshly wrapped and delivered by the award-winning Mr. Chippy, with the option of a wide range of refreshments available at the onboard bar.

How does something so small become so beautiful? Victorian businessmen with curled moustaches and top hats probably asked themselves this at the turn of the century, back when they made the fruit of the cocoa bean a major industry in York. Learn how York's great confectionary families created the iconic bars we know today such as the KitKat, Terry's Chocolate Orange, and the self-titled Yorkie. You'll even try your hand at making your own chocolate-based creation and see how it tastes!

The York Dungeon promises a 75-minute journey into over 2,000 years of York's horrific history! Terrible characters, immersive sets, and spectacular special-effects draw you into this walk-through experience that involves all your senses. If you don't like things going bump in the night, you'll be glad to know the York Dungeon is also open during the day. This gives you no reason not to immerse yourself in the dark history of York – and England!

Did you know that quaint York is actually Europe's most haunted city? Board your spooky vintage bus for a guided moonlit tour of the city's grisliest sights. Discover York's macabre history, explore the historic Shambles on foot, and get ready for a murderously good time!

Take a daytime sightseeing cruise to explore York and learn about its history. Enjoy the views of the city from the top deck or the enclosed saloon and learn about the River Ouse's role in its development. Hear stories about historical flooding and York's rise as an inland port, which brought goods like cocoa beans that boosted the chocolate industry. Get more insights with live commentary from local skippers. You can also enjoy a choice of refreshments – from local beers, wines, spirits, soft drinks, hot drinks, and snacks from the onboard bar.

Create your own itinerary and get your British history fix the fun way with a ticket for the Hop-on Hop-off Bus York. Explore the medieval city across 14 stops, with 24 hours to do it!

Soak up the scenic majesty of North York Moors National Park and sample traditional English fish and chips in the seaside town of Whitby. All this and more on an awesome 'British' day trip from York, with a group of explorers and your guide.

Get the Visit York Pass for access to over 30 attractions, including York Minster, York Dungeons, York’s Chocolate Story, JORVIK Viking Centre, York Castle Museum, Clifford’s Tower, and Yorkshire Museum. Take city cruises or a ride on the North York Moors Railway, among other activities. Check out places like Treasurer's House, Barley Hall, The Hilt, Bar Convent, York Army Museum, and Fairfax House. Also, consider visiting Castle Howard and the National Centre for Birds of Prey outside the city. Skip individual tickets and save time with discounts on hotels, restaurants, tours, and ghost walks. Choose a one-day or multi-day pass, and use the 24-hour city sightseeing bus ticket and river cruise for convenient travel around York.

Join a guided tour of York Minster and learn about its history and Gothic architecture. Hear about the minster gardens and the new statue of Queen Elizabeth II. Explore 1,400 years of English history as you walk through the cathedral. See the Five Sisters Window, dedicated to women who died in World War I. Visit the Chapter House, the Undercroft Museum, and other key areas of the building.