Easily one of the best attractions you will find anywhere in the country, the Jorvik Viking Centre is a must-see activity for any visitor to the area. Here you and your family can learn all about the fearless Vikings who came to settle in Britain thousands of years ago. At the heart of your visit is the chance to step back in time as you board a ride in a “time capsule” which will take you deep into the history of York and the Vikings. You will experience the sights, sounds and even the smells of the Viking Age and learn all about the fascinating archaeological finds that were unearthed during the Coppergate Dig on this very site.

Jorvik Viking Centre, 19 Coppergate, York, YO1 9WT, Phone: +44-019-04-61-55-05

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