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Tours en la histórica York, gran capital del Norte de Inglaterra. Paseos a pie por las calles medievales, su muralla y jardines, ruinas, y mucho más. GuÃa Profesional de Turismo. Español y Português.
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gilvalpo
Leeds, UK1 contribution
Mar 2018 • Friends
Mariano is a good communicator and very knowledgeable about the city. He made our visit a great day out and we highly recommend him
Written 5 April 2018
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Hi Gilbert, thanks for your words, it was a great day for a walk. I'm glad you enjoyed the city and its history.
Regards. Mariano Capogrossi
Written 10 April 2018
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Mar O
York, UK1 contribution
Mar 2018 • Couples
We came to York with my husband to spend a few days in york, wasn’t the first time, but on this occasion we wanted to do proper tour guide, so we took a tour with Mariano, recommended by another couple who came from our country a few month ago.
You can tell the difference between just a walk on the city by yourself or a lovely walk with Mariano sharing he’s knowledgeable and his enthusiastic for the history of the beautiful York.
If you want to have fun with a great guide ask Mariano! I’m sure he’s gonna make you feel at home!
You can tell the difference between just a walk on the city by yourself or a lovely walk with Mariano sharing he’s knowledgeable and his enthusiastic for the history of the beautiful York.
If you want to have fun with a great guide ask Mariano! I’m sure he’s gonna make you feel at home!
Written 29 March 2018
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Hi Mar, thanks for you positive words. It's always good when people gives all this support. Hope you've enjoyed rest of the trip in York and Yorkshire. Do come back soon please.
Regards.
Mariano
Written 31 March 2018
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kboleslaw
Hull2 contributions
Sept 2017 • Friends
I came to York with my friends to experience this medieval and full of history city. We had only two days and wanted to get to know more about a place and to see things, which most of tourists won't see or oversight at the first glance.
I did my research on Tripadvisor and other sites to find at least for one day a guide, who can show us all things, which we wanted to see but as well to engage with us. I sent e-mails to 4 different agencies/guides.
I quite like Mariano, who gave me quick and comprehensive response.
I though let's try this guy!
To my surprise it was on of the best guides, which I ever encounter in my life (believe me I travel a lot for pleasure and business).
He not only prepared what we wanted to see in enjoyable manner but actively propose to see other things, which we could be interested!
He said " You really can't miss those things being in York!"
What a guy! Do you want competent and funny guide in York? I think you know what the answer is !
B.
I did my research on Tripadvisor and other sites to find at least for one day a guide, who can show us all things, which we wanted to see but as well to engage with us. I sent e-mails to 4 different agencies/guides.
I quite like Mariano, who gave me quick and comprehensive response.
I though let's try this guy!
To my surprise it was on of the best guides, which I ever encounter in my life (believe me I travel a lot for pleasure and business).
He not only prepared what we wanted to see in enjoyable manner but actively propose to see other things, which we could be interested!
He said " You really can't miss those things being in York!"
What a guy! Do you want competent and funny guide in York? I think you know what the answer is !
B.
Written 8 December 2017
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Dear Boleslaw, thanks for your words, it is always a pleasure to make sure you leave the city with the best memories. Happy new year!
Mariano
Written 20 December 2017
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Eloisa C
1 contribution
Nov 2018 • Friends
I have booked a tour with Mariano when my friends came to visit me to York. He has replied every single question we've asked with great knowledge, made us laugh quite a lot, always very helpful and polite. My friends loved it!
I have recommended him to other people and every single of them came back to me telling me about the great experience they had.
Thank you Mariano!
I have recommended him to other people and every single of them came back to me telling me about the great experience they had.
Thank you Mariano!
Written 23 January 2019
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Eloisa muchas gracias por la visita de tan lindo grupo de amigos, espero hayan disfrutado a pleno del resto de sus dÃas en Yorkshire!
Saludos.
Mariano Capogrossi.
Written 13 February 2019
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Rosario D
3 contributions
Sept 2018 • Business
Mariano is an excellent guide! Well prepared. I have been working with him for some years and all my groups enjoy the visit. Very recommendable to know the history of the city and its wonderful places with an expert!
Excelente guÃa para las visitas de York. Yo personalmente y la gente que va conmigo quedan encantados con las visitas . Si vais a York , lo recomiendo.
Excelente guÃa para las visitas de York. Yo personalmente y la gente que va conmigo quedan encantados con las visitas . Si vais a York , lo recomiendo.
Written 9 December 2018
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Thanks Rosario, always a massive pleasure to see you arriving in York with your groups. I hope 2019 brings you with many more.
Have a great Christmas season!
Mariano Capogrossi
Written 18 December 2018
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whiteshadow
cape coral florida276 contributions
Oct 2018 • Couples
My wife and I have been to Europe more than 30 times in our decades of travel and
quite often we will select a personal guide especially when visiting a city for the first time. I will tell you right now and with no hesitation that Mariano is quite special. He is fluent in English and Spanish and, if I remember correctly, also in Portuguese).
In making our pre-visit arrangements my wife and I were quite specific in the places we wished to visit in York, some of which might not be on the 'normal' tourist route. For example: All Saints North Street a veritable treasury of medieval stained glass noted as some of the very best in all of England in this tiny treasure house. He knew everything about this hardly visited treasure from it being a location of worship from about 1050 with building 'treatments' in the 14th and 15th century. He knew almost every panel of the stained glass windows of "Pricke of conscience" (1410 ), " Lady Chapel" (1330), "Acts of Mercy" window (1404), "East window" (1410). and on and on and on. He talked about the chantries in the church and how the masses were said for the deceased; he pointed out the chancel ceilings and the hammer beams with the angel forms holding different items. Mariano appeared to know as much about this church as the custodian who joined us much later. He did exactly the same thing when we visitted the Church of the Holy Trinity at Goodramgate: explaining the box pews, the font, the mayoral boards, the pulpit, the slabs of the 'important" people; the hagioscope window in a side chapel permitting viewing by the chantry priest viewing the main service. My goodness, what an education!!
I remember as we walked from the train station where Mariano met us on our arrival he was a wealth of knowledge about York and its history; Celtic influence, Roman influence; Anglo-Saxon influence; Viking influence; Norman influence, and eventually what we term present English history. As he discussed the various historical phases of the city he was always pointing out the different architectural styles that we would pass by ( you will often be reminded to look up).
For some of the more tourist sites I'll give you a sample of our visit to the museum garden area: not only did we have a history of St. Mary's abbey but he also pointed out to us in the precinct area of the abbey the much earlier base of a Norman church. When we visited the Kings's manor Mariano explained how the manor was originally used for the abbots of the abbey. He pointed out the colorful coat of arms of Charles I and how King Charles made York his capital for a period during the war. Eventually York surrendered to the Parliamentary army.
Even though we did not visit the Minster with him we stood outside with him as he discussed some of the history of that great church and did so on "his" time and did not seek any additional cost. At the end of the day he took us to an old pub with almost every patron being a local person and my wife and I the only tourists ( it was a bit of a late lunch ). We finished with a handshake and a hug. A rich and rewarding experience!! As someone with some knowledge of English history I can tell you that Mariano was spot- on with his discussions of the history of York--no cute "touristy" manufactured stories for the client. He is very personable. We can honestly say that we would do it again if we go back to York.
quite often we will select a personal guide especially when visiting a city for the first time. I will tell you right now and with no hesitation that Mariano is quite special. He is fluent in English and Spanish and, if I remember correctly, also in Portuguese).
In making our pre-visit arrangements my wife and I were quite specific in the places we wished to visit in York, some of which might not be on the 'normal' tourist route. For example: All Saints North Street a veritable treasury of medieval stained glass noted as some of the very best in all of England in this tiny treasure house. He knew everything about this hardly visited treasure from it being a location of worship from about 1050 with building 'treatments' in the 14th and 15th century. He knew almost every panel of the stained glass windows of "Pricke of conscience" (1410 ), " Lady Chapel" (1330), "Acts of Mercy" window (1404), "East window" (1410). and on and on and on. He talked about the chantries in the church and how the masses were said for the deceased; he pointed out the chancel ceilings and the hammer beams with the angel forms holding different items. Mariano appeared to know as much about this church as the custodian who joined us much later. He did exactly the same thing when we visitted the Church of the Holy Trinity at Goodramgate: explaining the box pews, the font, the mayoral boards, the pulpit, the slabs of the 'important" people; the hagioscope window in a side chapel permitting viewing by the chantry priest viewing the main service. My goodness, what an education!!
I remember as we walked from the train station where Mariano met us on our arrival he was a wealth of knowledge about York and its history; Celtic influence, Roman influence; Anglo-Saxon influence; Viking influence; Norman influence, and eventually what we term present English history. As he discussed the various historical phases of the city he was always pointing out the different architectural styles that we would pass by ( you will often be reminded to look up).
For some of the more tourist sites I'll give you a sample of our visit to the museum garden area: not only did we have a history of St. Mary's abbey but he also pointed out to us in the precinct area of the abbey the much earlier base of a Norman church. When we visited the Kings's manor Mariano explained how the manor was originally used for the abbots of the abbey. He pointed out the colorful coat of arms of Charles I and how King Charles made York his capital for a period during the war. Eventually York surrendered to the Parliamentary army.
Even though we did not visit the Minster with him we stood outside with him as he discussed some of the history of that great church and did so on "his" time and did not seek any additional cost. At the end of the day he took us to an old pub with almost every patron being a local person and my wife and I the only tourists ( it was a bit of a late lunch ). We finished with a handshake and a hug. A rich and rewarding experience!! As someone with some knowledge of English history I can tell you that Mariano was spot- on with his discussions of the history of York--no cute "touristy" manufactured stories for the client. He is very personable. We can honestly say that we would do it again if we go back to York.
Written 20 October 2018
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Vernon, saying thank you is not enough. It makes me very happy to know that you both enjoyed a great day in York.
It wasn't just me talking, but a proper conversation about everything.
I've personally enjoyed walking the city with you. Visiting those 3 medieval churches was a unique way to see more of what this city offers, sometimes it's necessary to explore more particular buildings, or even streets.
Vernon thanks for coming to York, and I hope you enjoy your next visit with your family!
Mariano Capogrossi
Written 23 October 2018
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davidtuneu
Barcelona, Spain1 contribution
Sept 2016 • Business
Mariano is your best choice. A companion guide that will be one of the group, You fell York through his comments and experiences. Enjoy it!
Written 26 September 2016
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Thanks for your comments!
I'm glad you've enjoyed the weekend exploring this unique geography with plenty of historical sites. Hopefully we'll meet again to discover more.
Kind regards.
Mariano
Written 28 September 2016
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Cambgirl64
Cambridge, UK21 contributions
Feb 2016 • Friends
Today we spent a beautiful day in York and would like to thank you for a great tour this morning. We went back to the Holy Trinity church and went inside to see the box pews, something we had not seen before! York needs more than 1 day. We'll be back!!
Written 28 February 2016
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Thanks for your review, I'm glad you've enjoyed your visit. York is a great place and we are always happy to share it with visitors.
Regards.
Mariano
Written 28 June 2016
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ian c
Leeds, UK61 contributions
May 2023 • Solo
a short stay break is an excellent place for everything you might need like all the big-name shop's cafes bars and restaurants from luxurious hotels to small rooms in a pub where you will enjoy a visit any time of the year.
Written 14 May 2023
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Jorge L
Buenos Aires, Argentina28 contributions
Apr 2019 • Couples
Mariano makes the tour something fantastic. I booked it for my parents and they loved it.
I strongly recommend this tour to whoever wants to know more about York and enjoy the walk at the same time.
I strongly recommend this tour to whoever wants to know more about York and enjoy the walk at the same time.
Written 2 May 2019
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Jorge, thanks for your review, it was great to walk the city with your parents, I hope they had a good time in England and hopefully they'll be back soon.
Best regards.
Mariano Capogrossi
Written 4 June 2019
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Buenas noches,
El próximo domingo 23 de febrero vamos a visitar York. Somos seis personas y estamos interesado en hacer una visita guiada en español. ¿PodrÃan indicarnos disponibilidad y precio?
Written 17 February 2020
Buenos dÃas, te acabo de responder por mensaje privado.
Saludos.
Written 18 February 2020
DianeGess
La Plata, Argentina
Hola Mariano buen dia! Mi pareja y yo estamos llegando hoy a york y vanos a quedarnos unos dias. Tendras algun lugar para nosotros en el tour? Cual es el valor por persona? Gracias y Saludos
Written 22 July 2019
Hola Mariano,
Este finde semana 7 de junio, mi pareja y yo viajamos a York. Por favor me gustarÃa saber el horario de tus tour y si nos podemos unir a el. Gracias
Written 5 June 2019
Buenas tardes, te he respondido por mensaje privado. Gracias
Written 5 June 2019
Estamos tomando reservas para este 2019!
Consultas por e-mail. Visita Yorkshire!
Written 13 February 2019
Hola Mariano, hay algún espacio para mañana, lunes 17 de septiembre? Cuál es el valor? Saludos cordiales.
Written 16 September 2018
Gracias por tu consulta, te he respondido por mensaje privado. Saludos
Written 16 September 2018
En agosto próximo estaremos visitando York. Estamos interesados en excursiones en español por York o alrededores.
Written 2 June 2018
Buenos dÃas, te he respondido por privado. Muchas gracias.
Saludos
Written 2 June 2018
Cuanto cuesta el walking tour por York?
Written 18 January 2018
Buenas tardes y gracias por tu consulta, acá ya estamos de regreso en York. Seria bueno saber cuándo vienes y cuantas personas, a fines de darte respuesta detallada y disponibilidad. Saludos
Written 19 January 2018
Buenas noches, me gustarÃa saber cómo contactar con mariano y saber la tarifa u honorarios. Muchas gracias de antemano. Un saludo.
Written 25 March 2016
Muchas gracias por su consulta, en estos momentos estoy con un grupo trabajando por el norte de Inglaterra y regreso a York durante la semana. En mi website puede ver mi email, espero su consulta con fecha de visita para ver disponibilidad. Saludos
Written 26 March 2016
Hola,
Llegamos a York el dÃa 3 de julio y solo disponemos de un dia completo (noche incluida). Tal vez serÃa buena idea contar con una visita guiada a los principales puntos de interés de la ciudad. ¿PodrÃan darme el contacto de Mariano por favor ?
Gracias
Written 25 June 2015
Buenas tardes, te he enviado un mensaje a tu correo. Saludos!
Written 26 June 2015
Como contactarme con Mariano (guia de habla hispana)
Written 11 May 2015
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