Discover the REAL Vikings!
Explore 10th century York at JORVIK Viking Centre. Get up-close to the residents of Viking-age Coppergate!
Jorvik Viking Centre
About Jorvik Viking Centre
Turn your next family day out into a discovery expedition back in time as you delve into York’s fascinating Viking legacy at JORVIK Viking Centre. This is your chance to come up close with a unique collection of 1,000-year-old artefacts, learn through cutting-edge technology, and chat with some friendly Viking hosts.
The History...
Between the years 1976-81 archaeologists from York Archeology unearthed the remains of civilisation from Anglo-Norse England! They discovered houses, workshops and backyards of the Viking Age city of Jorvik as it stood nearly 1,000 years ago! Families can now stand on the JORVIK Viking Centre site of one of the most famous and astounding discoveries of modern archaeology.
Discover the Original Viking Encounter
With our world-famous ride taking visitors around the sights, sounds and smells of Viking-age York, and state-of-the art galleries showcasing a unique collection of 1,000 year old artefacts, you can discover York’s fascinating Viking legacy.
See some of the world’s rarest Viking artefacts
From delicate earrings and socks to frying pans, and even a fossilised Viking poo; it doesn’t get any more real than that!
Attraction Details
Opening Times
Regular Times
- Monday, 10:00 - 17:00
- Tuesday, 10:00 - 17:00
- Wednesday, 10:00 - 17:00
- Thursday, 10:00 - 17:00
- Friday, 10:00 - 17:00
- Saturday, 10:00 - 17:00
- Sunday, 10:00 - 17:00
Please check the website for the latest and most accurate opening times.
Plan Your Visit
FAQs
Directions
Jorvik Viking Centre
Coppergate Walk, York, North Yorkshire, YO1 9WT, England
All visitors must pre-book their visit to JORVIK Viking Centre. Time slots can be selected online, and we ask that visitors arrive 10 minutes ahead of their booking.
Tel: 01904615505
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