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 🔥
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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.

01/09/2026

Save the date! JORVIK Viking Festival 2027 ⚔️

The Vikings are coming back to York next February Half Term 🛡️

Get ready for another week of epic battles, living history, spectacular performances and unforgettable Viking adventures.

More details and tickets coming soon… 👀

Will you be joining us?

28/08/2026

Imagine you are a Viking Sailor ... which god would you want on your side? That would be Njord🌊

Do you have any questions for our Vikings? Let us know in the comments, and visit our website to learn more!⚔️

25/08/2026

Can you hear something?⚔️

Join us for an evening of mead, myths, and memorable storytelling 😮⚔️Book your spot now: https://www.barleyhall.co.uk/wh...
21/08/2026

Join us for an evening of mead, myths, and memorable storytelling 😮

⚔️Book your spot now: https://www.barleyhall.co.uk/whats-on/mead-cocktails-and-sagas/

In this unique tasting experience, you'll discover a new side to one of the world's oldest drinks as our friends from Horns of Odin serve a selection of expertly crafted mead cocktails. Between each drink, our skald will bring the world of Norse mythology to life with dramatic tales inspired by the Viking Age⏳

18/08/2026

You've heard of Thor, Loki, Odin ... but, which Viking gods ruled the sea? Well, Odi the Cutler introduces us to Ægir and Rán, the gods most closely linked to the sea🌊

However, which god would you want on your side as a sailor? You'll have to wait in our next instalment of Ask Vikings⚔️

15/08/2026

So... we've gathered everything we need, but where are we going to put it all? We asked Odi the Cutler where we should pack everything for our voyage🌊

⚔️Do you have any questions for our Vikings? Let us know in the comments, and visit our website to learn more! https://www.jorvikvikingcentre.co.uk/summer-voyage/

12/08/2026

How did Vikings stay cool in Summer? We asked one of the coolest Vikings we know, Odi the Cutler, who shared some practical solutions. The northern seas would also not get super warm!🌊

Do you have any questions for our Vikings? Let us know in the comments, and visit our website to learn more!⚔️

09/08/2026

Our builders thoughts when we’re constantly pointing cameras at them… 📸

05/08/2026

What would a Viking pack on a long journey? Well, we asked one of JORVIK's finest, Odi the Cutler, to show us the essentials🌊

⚔️Do you have any questions for our Vikings? Let us know in the comments, and to learn more, visit our website! https://www.jorvikvikingcentre.co.uk/summer-voyage/

31/07/2026

Everyone loves a journey back to the 10th century! ⚔️🔥

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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