Tower Trips


York Minster’s Central Tower is the highest point in York and offers unbeatable panoramic views of the City. See medieval stonework and gothic grotesques as you climb the 275 steps to the top.

Tower Trips run regularly throughout the day, are subject to availability, and can only be booked on the day of the trip. Please speak to a member of staff during your visit to book your place.

For General Admission only, please click  here

For Tower Trip with Free of Charge Entry tickets, scroll to the bottom of this webpage. Please note: On arrival, these tickets must be accompanied with your returner General Admission tickets, York Pass, or proof of address or student ID for York residents/York Students

Please read the following before you purchase:

TOWER TRIPS ARE ONLY FOR THOSE FIT AND HEALTHY ENOUGH TO TAKE PART, AND ARE NOT AVAILABLE TO CHILDREN UNDER 8. HEALTH AND SAFETY GUIDELINES ARE GUIDELINES DETAILED  here.

Before taking part in the trip, these conditions will be reiterated to you. Please do not attempt this trip if any relevant health-related risk factor, including those listed below, applies to you. If our staff decide to exclude from the trip, their decision is final. Refunds will not be offered if you don't follow these guidelines.

Trips are not suitable for people who :
- Have breathing problems (including asthma)
- Have heart problems or high blood - pressure
- Have had recent surgery or illness
- Are pregnant
- Are not comfortable with heights or tight spaces (the Tower is 60m (200’) high, and the stairway narrows to 61cm (24”) wide)
- Are under 8 year old

Tower Trip and Minster Entry
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Minster Entry & Tower Trip (Adult)
(1) Adult Minster
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(1) Tower Trip Web
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£24.00
Minster Entry & Tower Trip (Student)
(1) Student Minster
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(1) Tower Trip Web
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£22.00
Minster Entry & Tower Trip (Child) (8 - 17 year olds only)

Must be accompanied by an adult.

(1) Child Minster
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(1) Tower Trip Web
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£6.00
Tower Trips with Free of Charge Entry

York residents/York Students (proof of address or student ID required), York Pass, or valid General Admission ticket holders

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Tower Trip with Free of Charge Entry
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(1) Tower Trip Web
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