Overview
- WINNER Best of York 2024, Visit York Awards
- WINNER Best Tour of York 2023 & 2024, Little Vikings Awards
- 3rd place winner Best Family Experience in the World, TripAdvisor Best of the Best 23/24
Tours will take place with one of two Wizard Guides, either Phoenix the Red OR Viridian The Green
Join The Wizard of York for five-star family fun with spellbinding magic, comedy and a dash of York's history! Ideal for ages 5-10 in particular, or big kids with a silly sense of humour and an interest in the wizarding world...
A great alternative to a ghost walk, this tour focuses on FUN over frights. A truly magical and memorable experience that Harry Potter fans will go Potty for!
- Recommended by 98% of travelers
- Badge of Excellence
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Spellbinding magic, comedy and a dash of York's history...five-star family fun!
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
St Crux Church at the bottom of The Shambles, over the road from The Golden Fleece. Look for the Wizard Walk sign!
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Good to know
MEETING POINT: The bottom of The Shambles by the railings of St. Crux Church, across the road from The Golden Fleece pub. Look for the Wizard Walk sign!
All tours start promptly, so please ensure you arrive on time. After the initial pick-up, the tour normally moves on to Whip-Ma-Whop-Ma-Gate next (behind the church)
RUNNING LATE? Use the handy route guide at www.wizardwalkofyork.com/route to help you catch up with the tour.
See you there, it's going to be magic!
What to expect
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2 min
Meet at the bottom of The Shambles by the railings of St Crux Church, look for The Wizard Walk sign!
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Whip-Ma-Whop-Ma-Gate
5 min
York's shortest street (with the longest name!), and a wonderfully whimsical place to set the scene for our enchanting walk around this spellbinding city!
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Shambles
5 min
We'll take a wand-er up York's most iconic street, and the most enchanting street in the world! We'll pass shops selling peculiar potions and wizarding wares as we begin our search for magical creatures...
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10 min
Mad Alice Lane...we'd be mad not to stop here, as we search for that rare and mystical of birds...the phoenix! Will this magnificent creature ruffle a few feathers, and what bird-brained magic will our wizard get up to next?
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10 min
Candy is dandy, and so we'll stop outside York Sweet Shop in search of our next magical creature! Got a sweet tooth? No time to snack, but find out about York's 'sweet' history!
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York Minster
10 min
We'll walk in the shadows of York Minster, adorned with gargoyles, grotesques and all manner of peculiar creatures! We'll search for a rat from the city's plague era. Can a rat really do magic? And what 'tails' will be told next? Find out on this spellbinding tour!
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St William's College
10 min
Next on our list is a magical mouse! Find out all about carpenter Robert 'Mousey' Thompson and watch in wonder as your wizard guide transforms a simple handkerchief into a white mouse and then brings it to life.
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Bedern Hall
10 min
Our wizard walk continues through the backstreets of Bedern, as we work through our list of magical creatures in search of an elusive owl. Expect plenty of surprises along the way, it's always a hoot on The Wizard Walk of York!
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Europe/London).
Additional Information
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Wizard Walk of York - WINNER Best Tour & Best of York Award 2024
Can I cancel Wizard Walk of York - WINNER Best Tour & Best of York Award 2024 for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 1 hour 15 min.
Where does it start?
St Crux Church at the bottom of The Shambles, over the road from The Golden Fleece. Look for the Wizard Walk sign!
What's included?
- Spellbinding magic, comedy and a dash of York's history...five-star family fun!
Which places does it visit?
It visits Whip-Ma-Whop-Ma-Gate, Shambles, York Minster, St William's College, Bedern Hall.
What fitness level is needed?
It is suitable for all physical fitness levels.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
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