York Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour: An Audio Guided Journey through Iconic Landmarks
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297 Ratings

Experience the best of York on a hop-on hop-off bus tour. Explore iconic landmarks like York Minster and Clifford’s Tower with a live guide. Perfect for history enthusiasts of all ages!

Duration: 1 hour
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights

York Hop-on Hop-off (20 stops on the tour, you can hop-on or hop-off at any of them). (Route)

Operating Schedule: Bus Frequencies

All first buses depart from the Railway Station and last loop buses start at Exhibition Square

27th May – 21st July
Daily: Buses run every 20 minutes. First Bus: 09:00am. Last Bus: 4:15 pm

22nd July – 1st Sept
Daily: Buses run every 15 minutes. First Bus: 09:00am. Last Bus: 4:15 pm

2nd Sept – 27th Oct
Daily: Buses run every 20 minutes. First Bus: 09:00am. Last Bus: 4:15 pm

28th Oct – 4th Nov
Daily: Buses run every 15 minutes. First Bus: 09:00am. Last Bus: 4:15 pm

A circuit takes approx. 1 hour

The buses will not operate on the following dates:
Christmas Day
Boxing Day

1. Exhibition Square

Points of Interest

  • York Minster

  • York Art Gallery

  • Yorkshire Museum

  • York Railway Station

  • National Railway Museum

  • Clifford’s Tower

  • The York Army Museum

  • Jorvik Viking Centre

  • Merchant Adventurers’ Hall

  • Monk Bar

What's Included
  • Hop-on hop-off open top bus tour around York
  • Audio guide in English
What's Not Included
  • Refreshments
  • Gratuities
  • Live guide
Additional Information

Discover the highlights of York on this open-top bus tour that offers the flexibility of a hop-on, hop-off itinerary. Enjoy the insightful commentary of a live guide as you venture around popular attractions such as York Minster, Micklegate Bar, and Clifford’s Tower, among others. The tour covers 20 different stops, allowing you to explore at your own pace. An excellent way to learn about history for both children and adults, plus the added benefit of an interactive experience. After a long period of missing out on these historic sights, take this opportunity to experience the best of York with us! Please note that we will not supply disposable masks, but guests are encouraged to bring their own. Our tours begin from Exhibition Square at 10:00 a.m.

  • The ticket is valid for 24 or 48 hours from when you first board the bus (depending on the option selected). Unlimited usage within this time.
  • Customers can board the tour from any of the 20 stops along the route.
  • A circuit takes approx. 1 hour.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Lfletch540
Sep 23, 2024
Great Experience - This tour was very well done. Saw a lot of cites and learned a lot of history. Andy was very informative with a great personality. Would recommend this tour to any first timer to London.
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Mandyhinson
Sep 22, 2024
Brill Hop on Hop off sight seeing bus. - We used Golden Tours on our two day City pass. Very good commentary by Keith. Lots of interesting facts you would otherwise miss out on.
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P5843zktracyg
Sep 19, 2024
Rich B a treasure - We had a fantastic tour with Rich B. He is a York man and it shows in his knowledge ofvl the city. Pay him whatever it takes to keep him; he is a treasure.
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Lobog292
Sep 18, 2024
There can Be only 1 Tour - Joining the Golden tours bus tour was an easy choice.. the first bus rolled up, and the driver on the Blue bus was welcoming, friendly, charming and funny. All of us in our group of 7 were later very pleased with our choice. As well as being informative, Rich B, our driver host and tour guide continued to be funny entertaining and informative, with that dry Yorkshire humour. Would highly recommend not just Golden Tours, but Rich B as well. They said they wanted us to have a good time, and we did. Also I felt that it mattered to him. I happened to see him the next day and he recognised me and waved. Its these small things that give you a personal touch that shows you are excellent at your job. Thanks for a great experience.
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Colums512
Sep 18, 2024
Enjoyable - Excellent bus hop on/off service and Bob the driver was informative and entertaining. The buses were regular and not too packed.
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Lyndar626
Sep 17, 2024
Golden tours history of York. - It was an excellent commentary, we could hear every word, it was informative and amusing. A great way to find out the history of York
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Elainesb3294in
Sep 17, 2024
Great tour! - Keith, the driver/guide, was brilliant - very entertaining as well as informative. Great for going around the city centre.
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L1994ldannem
Sep 16, 2024
Excellent - Keith was excellent. Not only was he informative on the city and history of York, but also very amusing reminding me of Peter Kaye.
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C6367ifnickl
Sep 14, 2024
Russell - Yorkshire’s Peter Kay - What a brilliant way to see and learn about the history of York. Russell was our driver and he kept us informed and amused throughout the tour. His commentary led us from Vikings to Dick Turpin and Julian Clary’s association with the City 😂
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Jeffbs1867bz
Sep 11, 2024
Emma saves the day!!!! - A fairly blah tour, the canned audio was sparce at beat, and dreadful when you could hear it...nearly got off. Then Emma saved the day!!!! Her profound and intricate knowledge of her beautiful city was only hindered by the amount of time we had with her. She could have talked for days, and would gladly listen
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