Join an hour-long guided tour to uncover the history of Treasurer’s House and more about the man who created it. Find out more about booking your visit to Treasurer's House, different tour options and what to expect.
Ticket sales close at 8am on the day of the tours. The ticketing system defaults to 'sold out' when pre-bookable sales end. There are extra tickets available every day for visitors to walk-in and get from admission. These are sold on a first come, first served basis for tours throughout the day.
Access to the house by tour April - October, visit without a tour during winter opening hours when the house is dressed for Christmas.
Open Saturday - Wednesday, 11am - 4pm, tours run every 15 minutes with the last tour at 3pm.
Head to the house page to find out more about Mr. Green and what to expect when you visit plus more about the tour options depending on the day you're visiting. Let our friendly and passionate volunteers take you on a memorable journey around the historic spaces of this rather unique house.
The tour of the house was our favourite part, it was spectacular. It has been kept in the original condition and looks amazing. Geoff our tour guide was incredibly knowledgeable.
Don't just take our word for it. Treasurer's House has won the Travellers' Choice Award from Tripadvisor in 2025, 2024, 2023 and 2022 - this is given to the top 10% of places with consistently high reviews.
This goes alongside the Expert Choice Award from Tripexpert for 2023 and 2022. Voted by journalists and others in the tourism trade it puts Treasurer's House in the top 1% of attractions in York.
The garden entered the Yorkshire in Bloom competition regularly, retiring after winning gold for six consecutive years.
We are now offering BSL tours of Treasurer's House on the second Tuesday of each month. The tour, "By Appointment" focuses on Mr Frank Green and his icredible collection, you can find out more about the tour here. The tours will take place at 3pm on the 14 July, 11 August or 8 September. To enquire about a place, please complete the following booking form. The team will be in contact to confirm your place.
If you are visiting with one of the complementary passes we support, please select the affiliate organisation member or passholder option to reserve a free space.
When asked for your discount code, enter the code if supplied or if no code, the name of the pass e.g., York Pass, or YGHCG for Yorkshire’s Great Houses, Castles and Gardens.
You must bring the valid pass/band with you on the day of your visit to validate your ticket at the till.
If you set up an account when you made your booking, you will be able to amend the date/time of your booking online up to 24 hours before the date of your visit, or by calling 0344 249 1895
If you are a member and can no longer attend, please let us know by giving us a call on 0344 249 1895
Pre-booking a tour is advised to guarantee your chosen day and time slot. Please select your chosen arrival window and the tour will depart at the end of this time. You can book for today up until 8am, and the next slots will be released every Thursday. If you've missed booking, drop into admissions and the team will book you on the next available tour.
Explore this hidden gem in the heart of York. A unique building filled to the brim with antiques and art and made to one man's exacting standards. Join a tour April - October or meander with the house decorated for Christmas.
Treasurer’s House is one of the most prestigious addresses in York. Its foundations are built upon the remains of the ancient Roman city, and it was later the site of the mansion of the medieval Treasurers of York Minster. Unpick its history over time including several notable residents.
Discover more about the man who made Treasurer's House as you see it today. From tales of celebrity parties, workmen who wore slippers to keep the noise down, and the former owner’s threat to haunt the house if anything is changed.
The café at Treasurer's House is open April - December and tickets to the house aren't needed. Choose from freshly baked treats and light lunches and browse the second-hand books for a new page turner.
One of the last remaining high street shops, find a large range of National Trust goods including home ware, books and locally sourced food. The shop is open all year round and can be found close to York Minster.
Escape the city and relax in the award-winning garden next door to York Minster – free to enjoy on open days. Winner of the gold award for Yorkshire in Bloom for six consecutive years and one of the best views in York.
Uncover some of the tales of spooky goings on at Treasurer's House. Many people have heard of the Roman soldiers walking through the cellar walls, but there are other more recently sighted spooks. Old ladies, cats and Mr. Frank Green, the last owner, make up more regular visions and smells. Read on to make up your own mind.
