Curious About York
York, North Yorkshire
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Discover York in a new way, with two unique walks of discovery. Have fun finding answers to clues and matching pictures, whilst reading short tales about some unusual places and people.
1. Minster to Shambles - 1.5 miles / 1.5 hours / Not Wheelchair/Buggy friendly (Goes up on the City Walls)
Initially revel in the splendour of York’s magnificent Minster, before entering the city’s narrow streets and lanes with quirky shops and plentiful restaurants. Then it’s up onto the walls at a famous Gate, with fascinating views of the city, then historic buildings and tales of times past. Finally, it’s back to tourist York and the Shambles, a famously narrow, old-world street with overhanging, timber-framed buildings.
2. King's Square to Museum Gardens - 1 mile / 1 hour / Wheelchair and Buggy friendly
From the narrow lanes of York this walk leads you past contemporary shops, mingled with ancient history. Next it’s out of the bustling centre, past the brooding Minster, and out through an ancient gateway where a knocker was installed so passing Scots could request entry to the city! Now walk beside Abbey walls, before entering the splendid Museum Gardens with a host of intriguing attractions.
Have fun and stay curious...
We have been established since 2008
We aren't just a treasure hunt!
You'll get:
- An 18-page booklet containing two self-guided walks (delivered as a) a printed booklet or b) downloadable booklet (for mobile use or to print at home)
- Full instructions,
- A map with the routes and places of interest marked on,
- Detailed directions
- Clues (with answers if needed, including 5 pictures to find along the way)
- Interesting snippets about the history of the location and the people and events that have shaped it
- Ideas for other things to see and do on the way
Opening Times
Walks are self guided, so can be done whenever you like and in your own time!
Pricing & Tickets
- Adult (17-18+) : £7.49
£7.49 for a instant download (print at home or view on device)
£7.99 +P&P for a printed booklet sent to you first class.
One printed booklet/instant download is recommended for up to four people.
Enter code DOWTK25 at website checkout for 25% off when you spend over £12 on any Curious About walks
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Plan Your Visit
Typical visit time 2 - 3 hours
FAQs
Contact Details
York Minster, High Petergate
York
North Yorkshire
YO1 7HH
England
We provide a What3Words address to precisely pinpoint the start of the walks
Tel: 07717763063
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