Culture, history, heritage and best-kept secrets await you on this character-led walking tour of York.You will pass by famous landmarks and have some of their surprising secrets revealed; Betty's, Bootham Bar and York Minster to name but three. You will learn the unknown truths of York’s most infamous characters Guy Fawkes and Dick Turpin. Your guide will point out treasures hidden in plain sight; concealed courtyards, unusual statues, secluded snickelways, and curious artifacts that are so often simply passed by. Every gate has its own story to tell; hear the commentary about each of them as you follow your guide.Whether you are a visitor or a local, this tour allows you to get to know the city from a different perspective, discovering exclusive insights that few people get the chance to experience.Included on this tour is a delicious taster from York’s Chocolate Story. A handmade chocolatey delight made in York, which adds a satisfying savoring in a city steeped in chocolate history.
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Be captivated by storytelling delivered by an authentic character-guide. Explore the lesser-known areas and hidden gems of the city of York. Learn more about York's most infamous characters such as Guy Fawkes. Enjoy a local treat and taste York chocolate at York’s Chocolate Story. Be entertained and informed as you discover a marvelously mysterious place
Meet in the raised courtyard off Davygate - opposite Cooplands.