Clifford's Tower in York
Scale the steps of an ancient mound to enter Clifford’s Tower and learn how the tower defended York about its role in the English Civil War
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Highlights
- Explore this large stone tower, known as Clifford’s Tower, built in the 1250s during the reign of King Henry III and the principal surviving remnant of the York Castle.
- Learn all about the story of one of York’s most fascinating historic sites, restored to its splendour for all visitors’ delight thanks to a major investment by English Heritage.
- Discover that, for much of the 14th and 15th centuries, Clifford’s Tower was used as a treasury, exchequer, mint, gaol and seat of royal power.
What's included
Entry ticket to Clifford’s Tower
Tower
self-guided tour
Food and drinks
Prepare for the experience
The provider’s email including the QR code must be printed out and exchanged for the entry tickets at the venue’s ticket office on the date of travel. You will then be allocated the next available timeslot.
Children information
- Children under 5 years old can access free of charge.
- Children under 16 years old must be accompanied by a paying adult.
Accessibility information
- Please contact our team before booking should you require any accessibility information regarding the experience.
Additional information
- Please wear comfortable shoes for the best experience at this attraction.
The Clifford’s Tower experience’s live date can be seen before booking.
- Duration: 90 minutes.
The regular operating times are the following:
- 1 April - 29 October:
- Daily: 10:00 am - 06:00 pm (Last entry: 1h before closing).
- 30 October - 28 March:
- Daily: 10:00 am - 04:00 pm (Last entry: 1h before closing).
Closures:
- 24th and 25th December
How to get there
- Address: Clifford’s Tower, Tower Street, York, North Yorkshire, YO1 9SA, England, United Kingdom.
- Nearest train station: York
Supplier information
This product is sold by VisitBritain Shop and provided by Golden Tours.