JORVIK Viking Festival is taking over York's medieval streets this week with living history encampments, talks, tours and family entertainment. Watch the 2025 trailer! It's free entry to the arena events in St Sampsons Square which includes saga-themed storytelling and combat displays, plus free entry to the Viking Encampment on Parliament Street where you can see Viking's busy crafting - including woodwork, pottery and leatherwork.

York is one of the country's best destinations for sightseeing and shopping - it boasts more attractions per square mile than anywhere else in the UK, many within easy walking distance of one another. York Minster is a masterpiece of stained glass and stone, recognised as one of the grandest cathedrals in the world. York Castle Museum gives you a glimpse in to 400 years of life in the city, from luxurious rich dwellings to poverty on the streets. The free-to-enter National Railway Museum brings you up close to iconic locomotives, with the option to add on tickets to ride their Miniature Railway, the Mallard Experience and more. A York City Cruise along the River Ouse offers an alternative and relaxing way to see the sights with great photo opportunities as you meander past historic buildings and under ancient stone bridges!

You’ll be spoilt for choice with eating, drinking and shopping spots in the city. A saunter down The Shambles is a must. With overhanging timber buildings and a narrow cobbled floor, it's one of the best-preserved medieval shopping streets in Europe.

The coach is due to arrive at 11:45 and depart at 16:45. The coach will stop at the Union Terrace Coach Park and it’s just a short walk down Gillygate to the heart of this historic city. There'll be a short services comfort stop on the outward and return journey. Entry fees may apply and pre-booking may be required at the suggested attractions. Please check with the venues before departure.

You might also like Ely Cathedral 'Clothed in Glory' on Thur 6 Mar or War Horse at MK Theatre on Wed 30 Apr.