Jorvik Viking Centre

Explore York's Viking history on the very site where archaeologists uncovered remains of the Viking-age city of Jorvik.

Get face-to-face with our expert Viking residents, see over 800 of the items discovered on site, and learn what life was really like in our special exhibitions.

Fearsome Craftsman' reveals the skills and artistry of the Vikings and includes live craft demonstrations, and Unearthed' tells how the the people of York lived - and died - as revealed by real bone material.

Jorvik also takes visitors through a reconstruction of the Viking-Age streets which stood here 1,000 years ago, faithfully recreated following twenty years of archaeological and historical research.

A programme of special events runs throughout the year, including the Jorvik Festival every February. Check the website for further details.

Further details:

JORVIK Viking Centre, Coppergate, York. YO1 9WT

Open: 7 days a week from 10am to 5pm (summer), 10am till 4pm (winter). Closed 24/25/26th December. New Years Eve: 10am - 2pm (last admission). New Years Day: 11am - 4pm (last admission).

Admission: Contact for details.

Facilities: Shop, toilets.

Disabled access: Toilets, lift and adapted time capsule. Please ring to book at no additional cost.

Contact: (01904) 543400.

e-mail: jorvik@yorkarchaeology.co.uk

website: www.vikingjorvik.com