Immerse yourself in the fascinating world of York on this extraordinary York chocolate and history tour! This 75-minute Historical Gems Chocolate Tour York takes you to the city's best-kept secrets, while an eccentric character guide delights you with their knowledge and humour. You'll discover not only famous landmarks like Bettys, Bootham Bar and York Minster, but also learn their surprising secrets that even locals often don't know.
Your knowledgeable guide will show you hidden treasures that hide in plain sight: mysterious snickelways, concealed courtyards, unusual statues and curious artefacts that visitors normally pass by without notice. Every gate (that's what a street is called in York) has its own unique story to tell, and you'll hear the captivating tales of each one as you stroll leisurely with your trusted guide. It becomes particularly exciting when you learn the unknown truths about York's infamous characters Guy Fawkes and Dick Turpin.
The highlight of this special tour is undoubtedly the delicious York walking tour with chocolate tasting at York's Chocolate Story. This handmade, chocolatey delight is made on-site right here in York and carefully selected by our partners. This local treat offers you a sweet indulgence in a city deeply rooted in chocolate history.
Whether you're a visitor or a local, this guided history walk York allows you to get to know this beautiful city from a completely new perspective and gain exclusive insights that few people get to experience.
York has been renowned for its chocolate tradition for centuries. On this tour, you'll learn not only the exciting history of the city, but also why chocolate is so important here. The handmade chocolate tasting at York's Chocolate Story is the perfect sweet finale to your historical walk, combining pleasure with culture in an incomparable way.
Tour times: Tour times vary – see website for current times
Tour Meeting Point: Davygate Graveyard, 16 Davygate, York YO1 8RJ, United Kingdom
Pre-booking required online
Duration: 75 minutes
Route is step-free but streets can be uneven and cobbled in parts
Please arrive 5-10 minutes early at the meeting point






