York history and discovery
Explore York City Walls, one section at a time.
The Walls offer another view of York. Uncommon Place helps you find entrances and follow self-guided sections, with stories and places to notice along the way.
In the app
Choose how to explore York City Walls.
These are discovery experiences and entrance information rather than puzzle games. Open the app and choose the Walls experience that suits your starting point.
Find an entrance
Use the app to identify places where you can join the elevated walkway.
Choose a section
Follow a self-guided part of the Walls at your own pace.
Look beyond the route
Pause for city views, local details and stories along the way.
Plan your visit
Check the Walls before setting out.
The elevated walkway is accessed by steps, includes narrow sections and is not a step-free route. City of York Council provides the authoritative access information.
The Council says the walkway gates usually open at 8am and close at dusk. Weather, ice and maintenance can cause closures. Check the Council’s current opening and closure information on the day you visit.
Use the app for the trail and the Council’s information for current walkway conditions.
Start in Uncommon Place
Take York’s stories with you.
Download the app, open Explore York and choose York City Walls.