Walking around York City Walls

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No visit to York is complete without a stroll along part of the 2 miles of historic walls that have protected the city for nearly 2000 years. The walls are …

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Mar 8, 2025
Despite having visited York on numerous occasions this was my first walk around the walls. Loved it! The information boards and signs were helpful to identify various locations.Full review by MerlinRalphie
Mar 4, 2025
what a pleasant way to spend half an hour, walked up past the station and it was virtually deserted, so nice after the hubbub below, such a shame it shuts so early.Full review by reema5306
Jan 16, 2025
I loved this kind of attraction as city walls are accessible from the multiple points around the old town and there are not too many people on your way. The only downside would be that entrances do c…Full review by CassimaSK

Questions & answers

Q:
How long roughly would it take to get from Walmgate bar to Miclegate bar?
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Depends: * If you walk through town - approx 20 minutes. * If you stayed on the walls and walked 'around the city' in a northerly route - I'd say 45/50 minutes. * If you stayed on …
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Depends: * If you walk through town - approx 20 minutes. * If you stayed on the walls and walked 'around the city' in a northerly route - I'd say 45/50 minutes. * If you stayed on the walls and walked around the city in a southerly route, approx 20 minutes.
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Looking for a Roman History tour of York for a small school group on Monday 24th August? Can you please advise.
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John chapman would be an excellent choice. He studied here in York and his knowledge of York history is excellent.
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Is york wall open yet,fancy a day trip to york within the next 2 months cheers
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It’s open. Clockwise only
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How long does it generally take to walk the wall.
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Agree takes a couple of hours but you can walk smaller sections and go on and off walls to see other attractions.
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I understand that there are breaks in the walk where the wall no longer exists, is there sufficient signage to get you to the …
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I understand that there are breaks in the walk where the wall no longer exists, is there sufficient signage to get you to the next part of the original wall walk?
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Yes there is enough signage and specific "wall" maps available as it is a walking trail....enjoy!
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