The River, Gardens & Walls Trail
York City Centre, Yorkby sutchfun
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2 hours / 5.1km 29
A circular walk that takes in some fantastic historic features, riverside jaunts, beautiful parks, bridges and wonderful vantage points.
The River, Gardens & Walls Trail
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Step 1: York train station has regular services form Kings Cross, Edinburgh and the North. It’s very well connected and easy to walk to via Station Road. Please note the City Walls close at dusk. There are also lots of steps en route.
Step 2: This walk starts at Hartley’s Cafe, West Lodge, Lendal Bridge, York YO1 7DP. Facing away from this cafe, head to the river front.
Step 3: Don’t miss the notable features of this Aviva building. Do you like how it attempts to integrate with the character of the rest of the city?
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