JORVIK Viking Centre in York Highlights
Experience a day at the JORVIK Viking Centre in York and explore the lifelike mannequins & life-size dioramas that showcases the Viking life
Onboard one of the carriages and take a tour of the dioramas, witnessing the lifestyle of the people during the Viking Age
Uncover the tales of people living 1000 years ago as you witness items of day-to-day use like shoes, padlocks & keys, and antler comb in the museum's artifact gallery
Relish an authentic journey as you encounter actors dressed like the people of Jorvik and engaging in daily activities like the Viking era
JORVIK Viking Centre in York Overview
JORVIK Viking Centre Location: 19 Coppergate, York YO1 9WT, United Kingdom
Operational Timings: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Activity Duration: 1-2 Hours (Approx.)
About JORVIK Viking Centre in York:
Travel back to the age of the vikings with an one-of-a-kind experience at the Jorvik Viking Centre in York. Go on a carriage ride through a setup that is designed to give you an authentic feel of the Jorvik village. You can interact with the actors/guides who positioned across the village dressed up as the native people of Jorvik. They will let you know about the various daily-use items & weapons used in those days along with providing an outlook on their lifestyle & culture.
About the Activity:
- Reach the activity location at least 15 minutes before your scheduled time and be prepared to explore the Viking's world.
- Explore the museum and its lifelike mannequins & life-size dioramas that portrays the life of Vikings.
- You will be given a tour of the dioramas on small carriages that are equipped with speakers to give you insights on the various spots of interest as you pass by them.
- Learn all about the history & culture of the Viking Age: where they came from, how they lived, the flora & fauna of the Viking-Age York, the weapons they used, and more.
- Get to know some names of the Viking places as well as the livelihood of the people of Jorvik.
- Explore the museum's artifact gallery and archaeological trust, where you can witness objects like shoes, padlocks & keys, antler comb & case, silk cap, ice skates, etc. These objects will help you get a glimpse of the lifestyle of the people of Jorvik.
How to Reach?
- By Car: The museum is at a distance of 2.1 km from York City Center. You can reach the destination within 5 minutes by car.
- By Bus: The nearest bus stop to the museum is Clifford's Tower, at a distance of 260 meters.
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Jorvik Viking Center Admission Ticket
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Know Before You Go for JORVIK Viking Centre in York
- Children aged 0-4 years can join the experience free of charge, while children aged 5-16 years have to book the package at child prices. All participants aged 17 years and above have to book the package at adult prices.
- ID proof is mandatory for each individual guest at the time of arrival.
- All foreign nationals must share their passport and visa details at the time of arrival.
- Participants are not allowed to carry any sharp object, lighter, luggage bag, alcohol, knife, etc.
- Consumption of alcohol or intoxication of any kind is strictly prohibited.