City Sightseeing York Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
With the untarnished essence of a true medieval village, York boasts a mix of lasting heritage and modernity, offering fascinating museums, stunning Gothic architecture and traditional drinking and eating culture
Highlights
- Service dogs and Well-Behaved dogs on lead are welcome.
- City Sightseeing hop-on hop-off tour of York with audio commentary
- Create a personalized sightseeing itinerary and explore York at leisure
- See top York attractions such as Clifford's Tower and Monk Bar
- Hop on and off as many times as you wish at any of the 20 stops around the city
- Make use of a ticket that’s valid for 24 hours from the time of first use
Inclusions
- On-board audio commentary available in several languages and kids commentary + free headphones
- Vouchers valid for 12 months
- Unlimited hop-on hop-off for 24 hours
- Discount booklet including offers on local eateries, attractions and shops
Exclusions
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop off
- Food and drinks, unless specified
Good to Know
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Tour operates 15th February - 20th December
- Tours runs daily from stop 1 at 9:08am - 5:38pm.
- Tour duration: 60 Minutes
- Tour Frequency: Every 15 Minutes
- Vouchers are valid for 12 months
- Please note, Stop 21 Museum Gardens is out of use until further notice
- 2026 Timetable:
- The tour will not operate on the following dates:
- 1st, 5th, 9th, 12th, 16th, 19th, 23rd, 26th and 30th January
- 2nd, 6th, 9th, 13th, 23rd and 27th February
- 2nd, 6th, 9th, 13th, 16th, 20th, 23rd, 27th and 30th November
- 4th, 7th, 11th, 14th, 18th, 21st, 24th, 25th and 26th December
- Winter Schedule (2nd January - 27th March and then 3rd November - 31st December): First departure from Stop 1 at 9:45am. Last departure from Stop 1 at 4:15pm. Frequency: every 30 minutes
- Summer Schedule (28th March - 12th April and then 18th July - 5th September): First departure from Stop 1 at 9:23am. Last departure from Stop 1 at 5:08pm. Frequency: every 15 minutes
- Spring and Autumn Schedule (13th April - 17th July and then 6th September - 1st November): First departure from Stop 1 at 9:28am. Last departure from Stop 1 at 4:28pm. Frequency: every 20 minutes
Cancellation Policy
- A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.
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