Do visit Clifford's Tower, one of the gems in York. BUT - you need to be fit to get up the steps, take your time. Inside there are story boards which are very informative BUT, and this is a BIG BUT - as you are reading each story board there is an awful lot of noise. I could not work it out at first, where was it coming from? But behind you at each point there are two speakers fastened to pillars emitting a confused noise. It echoes and reverberates around the stone building in a most confused way , and I have no idea what was being broadcast. It was WEIRD and very disorientating. I ended up reading all the story boards with my fingers in my ears. Who ever decided this was a good idea should be incarcerated in some cold, stone cell and made to listen to it. That aside (take ear plugs), Clifford's Tower is amazing. The views from the top on a clear day are spectacluar. If someone wants an audio guide they should be provided with ear-phones.

This was our first stop while in York, the weather was lovely and going up the Minster was a no go as struggle with vertigo and claustrophobia! Lots of steps up (I was fine with), bit the steps inside I struggled with...got to the top but had to muster up all my courage to come down the steep spiral stairs and then across the steel, see-through walkways and steps 😬 . We're English Heritage members so it was free, wouldn't have wanted to pay to go up there as a bit pricey. Views from the top were great though, especially on a sunny day.

A very interesting part of York's history. Great views of the City from the top of the tower. Relatively sparse in terms of furnishing and one has to take the time to listen at various stations to the "voices of those living in the time" Also a little expensive in terms of what you get, although I understand it can be bundled with a number of othr sites.

Enjoyed my visit to Clifford's Tower. There's honestly not too much going on, but I think it's worth a visit if you're in York. Interesting history and nice views of York, plus a little exercise.

My wife and I visited York recently and as we'd never been to Clifford's Tower managed by English Heritage we thought we'd give it a visit. It';s really the only thing left of what would have been a huge fortification built by William the Conqueror. You can happily spend about an hour there reading about its history and from the roof deck you have fantastic views of York, the River Ouse and the Minster. Well worth a visit particularly on a clear day but there are quite a few steps, about 50 just to reach the Tower's entrance then more as you ascend the tower itself.

Wonderfully warm and welcoming staff. Lovely views, obviously some steps are a bit tricky due to the age of the building but it's a quiet little haven from the rest of the city. We're an autistic family and I found the staff very clear, friendly and accepting.

This was still closed on our last visit to York so we thought we'd give it a try now that it's re-opened. The best part about it is undoubtedly the views across the city from the top, they are fantastic. It's also been well restored with lots of facts to read & listen to. However we thought having headsets would work better as the way the information was given was too overwhelming. If you don't like heights or climbing a lot of stairs then this isn't for you!

I have been here before, but long before the new refurbishment, which is a great improvement. Lots of information and great views from the top. We were there on residents weekend, where the locals get in for free and they were taking great advantage of that. It is expensive but will worth it.

A bit expensive for what it is, but it is nice considering the new refurbishment. There is a lot of stairs which can be a struggle for some people. As there is no roof when it rains it does get inside and can make it cold, also does make the stairs slippery so do take care. But the facts you can read and listen to around the tower are fascinating. Would love to visit again on a warmers sunnier day as we didn’t get to see much on the top due to the cold rainy British weather.

Really lovely little castle. There isn't a huge amount to see it won't take you long to look around it but it's still worth alook I think. Bit expensive to get in but worth it to keep history alive. Views from the top are lovely.