York Tourist Bus

Name: York Tourist Bus
Brand: Civitatis
Price: 21.23 USD
Rating: 7.6 (17 reviews)

Details

Duration

1 day.

Language

The activity takes place with recorded commentary in English.

Included

Unlimited use of the York City Sightseeing bus during a period of 24 hours.
Individual headphones.

Supporting documents

Electronic voucher. Have it on your phone.

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible. This must be indicated in the reservation.

Sustainability

All services meet our

Pets

Not allowed.

Frequently asked questions

If you have other questions, contact us

Reviews of our customers

7.6

Very good 275 Travelers·17 reviews

September 22, 2025
Arelis Guaramato Diaz
Barcelona, Spain
It was a very positive experience because one of the drivers, Nathaniel, spoke Spanish and was very friendly. He was kind enough to explain everything...
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July 19, 2024
Pía Biggio Fernández
Concon, Chile
We got to know the city on the bus. The people are very nice, the driver is wonderful, the explanations are very clear. Unfortunately the explanation ...
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August 12, 2025
Sandra
Buenos Aires, Argentina
very good!
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August 4, 2024
David
Spain
I had to wait several stops to be given headphones.
Traveling solo
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July 22, 2021
Andres
London, United Kingdom
Muy interesante y divertido pero un poco aburrido para ir con niños
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The open-top sightseeing bus in York is the perfect way to step back into medieval times and find out why York is the second most-visited city in England. With two floors and an open-top roof, these buses offer the best views along the route.

Route and Stops

The York sightseeing bus makes 20 stops at the main attractions of one of the UK's most iconic cities. Throughout the ride, you'll enjoy recorded commentary in English about the sights along the way. The route without stops takes about 1 hour.

Some of the most interesting stops are Clifford's Tower, Gilly Gate, South Bank, and Museum Gardens.

You can check the route and stops on the map at the following link:

Route and stops of the York sightseeing bus

How Does It Work?

Your ticket is valid for 24 consecutive hours from the first time you use it. For example, if you first use it on a Monday at 3 pm, it'll be valid until Tuesday at 2:59 pm.

During this time, you can hop on and off the buses as many times as you like. That means you can see the city's main attractions and discover what remains of the great York Castle at the legendary Clifford's Tower. You can also get up close to York Minster, Britain's largest Gothic building, visit the city's famous botanical gardens (Museum Gardens), or explore York's Viking legacy at the Jorvik Viking Centre.

Please Note

Although you'll be asked for a start date when you book, you can use the service during the 12 months following that date.

When you book, we'll email you a booking confirmation that you'll need to hand over on the first bus you take.

Schedule and Frequency

The York sightseeing bus operates on the following schedule:

November 1, 2026: 9:30 am to 5 pm from Stop 1. Every 15 to 20 minutes.
November 2 to 30, 2026: Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Saturdays, and Sundays from 10:45 am to 2:15 pm from Stop 1. Every 30 minutes.
December 1, 2, 5, 6, 8, 9, 12, 13, 15, 16, 19, and 20, 2026: 10:45 am to 2:15 pm from Stop 1. Every 30 minutes.
January 2027: Saturdays from 10:45 am to 2:15 pm from Stop 1. Every 30 minutes.
February 2027: Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Saturdays, and Sundays from 10:45 am to 2:15 pm from Stop 1. Every 30 minutes.
March 1 to 19, 2027: Daily from 10:45 am to 2:15 pm from Stop 1. Every 30 minutes.
March 20 to 31, 2027: 9:30 am to 5 pm from Stop 1. Every 15 to 20 minutes.

Route and Stops

Some of the most interesting stops are Clifford's Tower, Gilly Gate, South Bank, and Museum Gardens.

You can check the route and stops on the map at the following link:

How Does It Work?

Your ticket is valid for 24 consecutive hours from the first time you use it. For example, if you first use it on a Monday at 3 pm, it'll be valid until Tuesday at 2:59 pm.

Schedule and Frequency

The York sightseeing bus operates on the following schedule:

November 1, 2026: 9:30 am to 5 pm from Stop 1. Every 15 to 20 minutes.

November 2 to 30, 2026: Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Saturdays, and Sundays from 10:45 am to 2:15 pm from Stop 1. Every 30 minutes.

December 1, 2, 5, 6, 8, 9, 12, 13, 15, 16, 19, and 20, 2026: 10:45 am to 2:15 pm from Stop 1. Every 30 minutes.

January 2027: Saturdays from 10:45 am to 2:15 pm from Stop 1. Every 30 minutes.

February 2027: Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Saturdays, and Sundays from 10:45 am to 2:15 pm from Stop 1. Every 30 minutes.

March 1 to 19, 2027: Daily from 10:45 am to 2:15 pm from Stop 1. Every 30 minutes.

March 20 to 31, 2027: 9:30 am to 5 pm from Stop 1. Every 15 to 20 minutes.