Explore York Boat Tours

Experience Boat Tours in York

Romance in the evening: York is a historic city with a romantic heart. The old buildings and cobbled streets make sure of that. What better way to spark the love than taking an evening or floodlit cruise? Head along the River Ouse, enjoy the scenic views and you’ll soon be learning about the rich and colourful history of this beautiful city.

Best things to do: The walled city is a delight to explore, compact and full of attractions. York Minster is the centrepiece, and there’s the National Railway Museum York to explore. How about really stepping back in time and enjoying all things Viking at the Jorvik Viking Centre? Walk along the Shambles and along the city walls. Finishing off perhaps at Clifford’s Tower.

Best time to visit: Although it’s cold in the depths of winter you’ll find that York is a pleasurable city to explore at any time of year. The Christmas markets are a delight, and during spring and summer, you’ll find the city at its most popular. The weather warms up, and the city streets come alive. Take your pick.

• After regaining your land legs, head for a pub! Well, it’s a British thing to do. York has the honour of having over 365 pubs. That means you could visit a different one every day of your visit.

• York Minster is a marvel of architecture; it only took 250 years to build! It’s also the largest gothic church in western Europe and houses many precious and medieval artworks.

• Ghosts and ghouls haunt the city streets of York. This city is considered to be one of the most haunted cities in the world. According to those that know, there are 500 ghosts in the city.