Why Choose J&M York City Walking Tours

Nick Boardman • June 20, 2025

Make the most of your visit to York!

Discover York’s Secrets: Why a J & M City Walking Tour is the Best Way to Explore York’s History


🕰️ Step Back in Time with J & M York City Walking Tours

Visiting York? At J & M City Walking Tours, we don’t just give you a history tour—we bring York’s vibrant, dramatic past to life. Whether it’s your first time in the city or your fifth, there’s always a new tale to uncover.

Here’s why our history walking tours are the first thing to do in York for curious travellers, families, and history lovers alike.


📚History Comes Alive Through Storytelling

Forget the dates and dusty timelines—our tours are powered by engaging storytelling that makes the past unforgettable. Think kings, traitors, Masonic mysteries, battles, love affairs, and Pitched Battles. Our guides don’t just talk at you—they draw you in.

You’ll find yourself transported to Viking streets, Roman fortresses, and medieval alleyways as we turn historical events into vivid, living narratives.


“We were still talking about this tour days later! Felt like walking through a live-action history book.” – Guest Review

👣 Explore Hidden Gems with Local Experts

Our guides are proud of Yorks heritage—Because we live and breathe York, we can take you beyond the tourist trail to discover:

  • Hidden alleys and secret Churches
  • Untold stories the guidebooks miss
  • Fascinating folklore and local legends

This isn’t just a tour—it’s a local experience.


📸 An Interactive, Intimate Experience

Walking tours are a hands-on way to explore York. You’ll stroll at a relaxed pace, snap your own photos, ask questions freely, and feel part of the story.

Small group sizes mean no being lost in a crowd—just a friendly, interactive environment where you feel included, curious, and engaged.


💚 Support Local, Sustainable Tourism

Choosing J & M City Walking Tours means you’re backing a small, independent business that puts people and heritage first. We’re proud to be part of York’s community, and our tours help support:

  • Local heritage preservation
  • Community involvement
  • Eco-friendly, low-impact travel

By walking with us, you’re investing in York’s past and its future.


🏰 Create Memories That Last

Whether you’re here for a city break, a romantic getaway, or a family trip, our tours are designed to leave a lasting impression.

Many of our guests say it was the highlight of their visit—and we often hear they’re still talking about it long after they’ve left York. It’s not just a walk… it’s an experience you’ll carry with you and have you researching and discussing for months to come.


🌍 Ready to Explore York Like Never Before?

So, lace up your shoes, bring your curiosity, and join us as we explore York’s 2,000-year story—from Roman legions to Viking invasions, medieval kings to Victorian secrets.

✨ Start your adventure with J & M City Walking Tours today!
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