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Merchant Adventurers' Hall

Fossgate, YO1 9XD, England
44-1904-654818
Ranked #13 of 124 attractions in York
4.5 of 5 stars 48 Reviews
Type: Historic Sites, Architectural Buildings
Owner description: The Merchant Adventurers' Hall is one of the best preserved medieval guild halls in the world and is still owned and used by the York Company of...... more » Owner description: The Merchant Adventurers' Hall is one of the best preserved medieval guild halls in the world and is still owned and used by the York Company of Merchant Adventurers who built it over 650 years ago. Explore this stunning timber framed Hall, home to unique collections of art, furniture and silver and interactive computer exhibits tell its story. An audio tour in English and written guides in foreign languages are also available. Fully accessible to all from the Fossgate entrance. « less
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York, UK
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2012

Spectacular 14th-century hall and impressive undercroft. At first glance, it's just an impressive roof, but if you take the time, the hall and the Company have a fascinating history. More

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Edinburgh, United Kingdom
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36 reviews 36 reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
34 helpful votes 34 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2012

Rather hidden away but worth finding. Tells the story of the Merchants and their Guild from medieval times in York. Wooden beams, great hall, changed over the centuries all add colour to this story of traders, and socialisers. Very good individual audio tour guides you through the rooms and artefacts of each period of history. Excellent! More

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Ma
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38 reviews 38 reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2012

Not much to see inside. It was nice to have seen it but wouldn't go out of my way to see it if schedule tight. More

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York, UK
Senior Contributor
37 reviews 37 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2012

This is a fantastic building and an awesome place for a wedding. Stunning building and a must see for any visitor More

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Sunderland, United Kingdom
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25 reviews 25 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
22 helpful votes 22 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 April 2012

This attraction is well worth a visit. I had seen leaflets but they do not do it justice. There is a free audio guide which was very helpful and complemented the info you could read for yourself. The undercoft was my paricular favourite with the figures and exhibits bringing it to life. Outside are the most beautiful gardens which you... More

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Lincolnshire
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6 reviews 6 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 April 2012

It is tucked away behind more modern buildings (shops mainly) but is well worth seeking out. The exterior and gardens are gorgeous, it was around £6 for us to go in, and if you take the free audio device with you, you can spend longer in each room learning more about what you are looking at. On top of the... More

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Media, PA
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28 reviews 28 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 April 2012

The building has historic interest, but could use more explanatory material or an audio player. More

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Shropshire
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8 reviews 8 reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 April 2012

Worth a quick pop in as beautiful hall which we liked the most More

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Lincolnshire
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15 reviews 15 reviews
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 April 2012

I have never visited a building like this. There isn't too much to see, but what there is has plenty of history and interest. For the cost (it can be visited as one of a series of musea) it is worth the visit. Check out the chairs and the sloping floors. More

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London, United Kingdom
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5 reviews 5 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 April 2012

We were told about this place by the Guest house owners where we stayed, and were really glad we went. The architecture alone is reason to visit. A stunning medieval building. The hand held audio guides worked beautifully, although our kids preferred to wonder round without. You don't need a long visit, an hour will do, but it certainly added... More

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