The Original Viking Walk: Private Guided Tour of York

1 hour and 45 minutes

Moderate

Discover real Norse history in Jorvik! Ditch the Hollywood myths and explore 200 years of Viking rule, kings, and traders with an expert local guide.
Walk the streets of the real Jorvik.
In 866 AD, the Great Heathen Army captured York, transforming an Anglo-Saxon settlement into a thriving, international Viking capital. On this deeply researched walking tour, we navigate the historic alleys to uncover the incredible 200-year legacy of Norse rule.

Forget the horned helmets and Hollywood tropes. Your expert guide will bring the authentic Viking Age to life, sharing the stories of fierce kings, master craftsmen, global traders, and everyday families who built a commercial empire in the north of England.

If you want a genuine, gripping, and fact-checked exploration of York's Viking heritage, this is your journey.
What's included?
    Expert Local Guide
    Exclusions
      Private transportation
      Entry to indoor paid attractions not included
      Please note
      • Animals or pets allowed
      • Public transportation nearby
      • Not wheelchair accessible
      • Not stroller accessible
      • Infants must not sit on laps
      • Infant seats unavailable
      • Please show ticket to your Viking guide ahead of the tour.
      What to bring