Uploaded March 2026 | Updated September 2026, 5 days ago
This York Travel Guide 2026 shows you the ultimate way to experience England’s most medieval city. From the top 10 things to do in the historic centre to 5 epic day trips across North Yorkshire, this film covers everything you need for a budget-friendly trip.
Planning a trip to the UK? York is a city that hasn't tried to erase its history; it’s just layered on top of it. In this video, I’m showing you how to walk with Vikings, explore Roman ruins, and find the real-life inspiration for Harry Potter.
VIDEO BREAKDOWN:
0:00 York: A City Hiding a Secret
0:23 The Hidden Gem: National Railway Museum (Free!)
1:02 Walking with Romans: The York City Walls
1:31 The Icon: York Minster & The Best Photo Spot
2:10 The River Ouse: A Moment of Tranquillity
2:43 The Shambles: A Medieval Time Machine
4:00 Clifford’s Tower: A View Over the Layers of History
4:41 BEYOND THE WALLS: 5 Epic Day Trips
5:00 Knaresborough: Viaducts & River Boats
5:21 Flamborough Head: Dramatic Coastal Cliffs
6:06 Goathland Station: Finding "Hogsmeade"
6:21 Whitby Abbey: The Gothic Soul of Yorkshire
6:46 Rievaulx & Fountains Abbey: The Largest Ruins in England
7:10 How to plan your perfect Yorkshire itinerary
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This York Travel Guide 2026 shows you the ultimate way to experience England’s most medieval city. From the top 10 things to do in the historic centre to 5 epic day trips across North Yorkshire, this film covers everything you need for a budget-friendly trip.
Planning a trip to the UK? York is a city that hasn't tried to erase its history; it’s just layered on top of it. In this video, I’m showing you how to walk with Vikings, explore Roman ruins, and find the real-life inspiration for Harry Potter.
VIDEO BREAKDOWN:
0:00 York: A City Hiding a Secret
0:23 The Hidden Gem: National Railway Museum (Free!)
1:02 Walking with Romans: The York City Walls
1:31 The Icon: York Minster & The Best Photo Spot
2:10 The River Ouse: A Moment of Tranquillity
2:43 The Shambles: A Medieval Time Machine
4:00 Clifford’s Tower: A View Over the Layers of History
4:41 BEYOND THE WALLS: 5 Epic Day Trips
5:00 Knaresborough: Viaducts & River Boats
5:21 Flamborough Head: Dramatic Coastal Cliffs
6:06 Goathland Station: Finding "Hogsmeade"
6:21 Whitby Abbey: The Gothic Soul of Yorkshire
6:46 Rievaulx & Fountains Abbey: The Largest Ruins in England
7:10 How to plan your perfect Yorkshire itinerary
ABOUT ALEXTRAVELS
I’m a filmmaker travelling the world to find the stories behind the famous landmarks. Subscribe for cinematic travel guides that help you plan better trips.
#york #yorkshire #travelguide #traveltips #budgettravel #filmmaking #citybreak
➡️ Subscribe Here: youtube.com/@AlexTravels1/?sub_confirmation=1
⭐ Join the AlexTravels Channel (Perks):
youtube.com/channel/UCexBM4ZAmndA9rFmjBpvHZQ/join
☕ Buy Me A Coffee (Support the next adventure!):
buymeacoffee.com/alextravels
CONNECT WITH ME:
AlexTravels Instagram: instagram.com/.alex.travels.
