Jorvik Viking Centre

Jorvik Viking Centre Step back in time to 10th century York ⚔️

Follow us for Viking fun & book a visit to discover the REAL Vikings 🔥
(1895)

With an immersive ride experience and state-of-the art galleries showcasing our unique collection of 1,000-year-old artefacts, visit JORVIK Viking Centre to discover York’s fascinating Viking legacy. Travel around 10th century York, experiencing what it was like living in the city. The sights, sounds and even the smells of the Viking Age are brought vividly back to life as you journey back 1,000 y

ears. At JORVIK Viking Centre you are standing on the site which revealed some of the most astounding discoveries in modern archaeology.Get up-close with some of the most beautiful and rare Viking artefacts in the world, from delicate earrings and socks to frying pans and padlocks and even a fossilised Viking poo! Dig deeper into the Viking story of Yorkusing the latest in cutting-edge technology located throughout the centre and the opportunity to handle real artefacts whilst talking to our friendly Viking hosts. Please note: To help ensure the safety of all visitors and staff, additional security measures are currently in place. Bags will be searched upon entry, and the maximum permitted bag size is 38cm × 30cm. Visitors who do not comply with security procedures will be refused admission. We kindly ask that all pushchairs are emptied of bags and accessories before entry so they can be checked and that visitors keep their bags and personal items on them for the duration of their visit.

17/06/2026

Stop scrolling, and take a moment to enjoy the relaxing sounds of Viking-age York... ☺️

When did you first visit us here at JORVIK Viking Centre? ️✨Take a look at a few covers of our guidebook from the 80’s t...
14/06/2026

When did you first visit us here at JORVIK Viking Centre? ️✨

Take a look at a few covers of our guidebook from the 80’s to the 00’s! 📚

11/06/2026

When your favourite long-running British sci-fi time traveller has a bit of downtime, JORVIK Viking Centre can still provide that much-needed time travel! 🚨

No police boxes in sight around here, our time capsules are fully operational… 👀

09/06/2026

Here's a few details you may have missed during your last visit to the 10th century!

Watch out for the cesspits... 💩

POV: You’ve just arrived in Viking-age York… what’s the FIRST thing you’re doing? 🤔
07/06/2026

POV: You’ve just arrived in Viking-age York… what’s the FIRST thing you’re doing? 🤔

It's 2026 🥳Our volunteers give so much to our organisation. This week, we're honouring their incredible contributions!...
01/06/2026

It's 2026 🥳

Our volunteers give so much to our organisation. This week, we're honouring their incredible contributions!

Here's a few more things our amazing volunteers have said about spending their time with us:

"It’s good to be part of a fabulous team, and to be valued within the team." "I love meeting the people who visit and explainIng how we use archaeology to recreate the past." "I am very proud to be part of York Archaeology, even in this small way, and I look forward to new encounters."

I think I’m getting the hang of this! 🛡️🔥⚔️💩🐀
30/05/2026

I think I’m getting the hang of this! 🛡️🔥⚔️💩🐀

26/05/2026

Today marks 50 years since the beginning of the Coppergate Dig!

The excavation still shapes how we understand Viking-age York. What began as an archaeological dig laid the foundations for one of the UK’s most iconic attractions, bringing the sights, sounds and smells of 10th century York to life for millions of visitors over the past 50 years. ⚒️🏺

It's going to be a warm weekend to start May Half Term! 🥵☀️Need to cool off during your visit to York? Just head back to...
22/05/2026

It's going to be a warm weekend to start May Half Term! 🥵☀️

Need to cool off during your visit to York? Just head back to the 10th century - it's nice and cool there... 😅👀

Address

Coppergate
York
YO19WT

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm
Sunday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+441904615505

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