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York Walls Bloody History Tour with Mad Alice
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Overview
The Bloody Tour of the York Walls with Mad Alice invites you on a gruesome journey through York's dark past. The City of York walls are the most complete in England, but they've seen battles, massacres, and executions at places like The Great Gate (York City Walls), York Museum Gardens, King's Manor, Bootham Bar, and Micklegate Bar.
Join the award-winning Mad Alice for a 2-hour walking tour, where she'll share the grim tales etched into these ancient stones. You'll visit three of the city's four gateways, with the option to complete the 2.5-mile circuit using Mad Alice's guidebook or return to the city center.
What's included is a York City Walls map with extra information. What's excluded is entrance into Micklegate Bar Experience, Yorkshire Museum, and York Art Gallery. Discover the bloody history of York in an experience you will never forget! 
Highlights
Discover York's Dark Secrets: Uncover the gruesome history of the York City Walls with award-winning guide, Mad Alice.
Walk the Ancient Walls: Explore three historic gateways and learn about the battles and tragedies that shaped York.
Get a Souvenir Map: Receive a detailed York City Walls map with extra information to continue your exploration.
Enjoy an Award-Winning Experience: Join a tour led by a professional entertainer with outstanding knowledge of York's history.
Sentiment Analysis
Customers highly recommend The Bloody Tour of the York Walls with Mad Alice, praising her knowledge, humor, and engaging storytelling style, making it a must-do experience in York.
Customers loved Mad Alice's engaging and entertaining storytelling.
Many enjoyed learning about York's history in a fun and memorable way.
Visitors found the tour informative and a great value for the money.
Several reviewers mentioned Mad Alice's ability to involve the audience and remember names.
Some reviewers advised wearing sensible shoes due to the cobbled road.
One reviewer mentioned that the tour time can vary.
The Journey
The Great Gate (York City Walls)
Step through the historic Great Gate, an imposing entrance to York's ancient city walls, where kings and queens once passed, and where history took a sometimes grim turn. Ascend the steps to walk the walls clockwise, soaking in the panoramic views and feeling the weight of centuries of stories etched into the stone. This is the starting point for an unforgettable journey along York's defensive perimeter.
York Museum Gardens
Discover a tranquil oasis in the heart of York at the York Museum Gardens, where 10 acres of botanical beauty conceal nearly 2000 years of history. Unearth remnants of the Roman fortress wall, the medieval St. Mary's Hospital, and the evocative ruins of St. Mary's Abbey. Delve into the treasures of the Yorkshire Museum, and experience the seamless blend of nature and history in this unique and enchanting space.
King's Manor
Immerse yourself in the regal history of King's Manor, once a royal residence where Henry VIII himself stayed with his fifth wife, Catherine Howard. Discover the stories of those who shaped the city, including the unsung heroes who saved York's magnificent city walls from demolition in the 19th century. Uncover the layers of history within these walls, from royal intrigues to architectural preservation.
Bootham Bar
Enter through Bootham Bar, the oldest of York's four main gateways, standing proudly on the site of a Roman entrance into Eboracum. Marvel at its preserved portcullis, a testament to its defensive past. Ascend the walls once more to enjoy stunning views of York Minster, and hear tales of the fires that threatened its existence. Glimpse the city's most haunted building, adding a touch of the supernatural to your historical exploration.
Micklegate Bar
Explore Micklegate Bar, the tallest of York's four main gateways, and discover its unique architectural quirks. Can you spot the "murder holes," a chilling reminder of its defensive purpose? This imposing structure offers a fascinating glimpse into York's medieval past. Hear about the Roman fortress and the thriving Jewish community that lived nearby, until a great tragedy struck, during this section of the wall walk.
Know Before You Go
This tour includes a York City Walls map with additional information to help you explore. It does not include entrance fees to Micklegate Bar Experience, Yorkshire Museum, or York Art Gallery. Meet Mad Alice at the designated meeting point to begin your walk through York's history.
Hot Tip
Wear comfortable shoes for walking on the cobbled roads of the York City Walls. The tour is engaging and fun, so be prepared to learn a lot and have a great time!
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