York City Sightseeing – Hop on Hop off Bus York

Step aboard and let yourself be enchanted by York's fascinating history! The York City Sightseeing hop on hop off tour is the perfect way to explore this medieval city with its 2000 years of history.  

With your 24-hour ticket, you can hop on and off to your heart's content, discovering all the major sights at your own pace. The tour starts at Exhibition Square and takes you on a 60-minute loop to 21 strategically placed stops. From the open-top double-decker bus, you'll enjoy fantastic views of York's famous skyline featuring the imposing York Minster, medieval city walls, and historic streets.  

The view of Clifford's Tower at Stop 7 is particularly spectacular – the tower stands majestically at the city's highest point. Knowledgeable live guides tell you fascinating stories about York's eventful past, from the Romans through the Vikings to medieval times.  

Audio commentary is available in seven languages, and there's even special children's commentary with the "Time Travellers" that makes history entertaining for little passengers. You'll pass the Museum Gardens with ruins of 11th-century St. Mary's Abbey, explore the picturesque 14th-century Fishergate Bar, and relax by the River Ouse. Buses run daily from 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM every 15 to 30 minutes, depending on the season. Thanks to accessible low-floor buses, wheelchair users can also travel comfortably.