Clifford's Tower Entry Ticket

Venture up the Norman keep of Clifford’s Tower, explore its medieval spaces, and take in panoramic views across York from the timber roof platform.

Getting started

Enter Clifford’s Tower with your entry ticket and make your way through the entrance into the Norman keep. Follow the self guided route through the tower, taking your time to look around the surviving medieval spaces before heading upwards towards the roof platform.

What to expect

Explore the remains of York Castle’s largest surviving structure, from its stone interior and medieval architectural features to its elevated timber roof platform. Learn about the tower’s history through displays as you move between different levels, then step outside for wide views across York’s historic centre.

Features

• Head up the Norman keep: Make your way through the medieval tower and see surviving stonework, historic spaces, and architectural details from York Castle.

• See York from above: Step onto the timber roof platform for panoramic views across York’s rooftops, streets, church towers, and historic landmarks.

• Explore at your own pace: Move through Clifford’s Tower independently, with no guided tour schedule dictating where you stop or how long you stay.

• See the medieval interior: Walk through the surviving rooms and spaces inside the tower, with displays helping explain its place in York’s history.

• Pause for photographs: Stop at the rooftop and throughout the tower to capture the architecture and elevated views across York.