About Curious About Whitby
Have fun discovering Whitby with two self-guided, heritage walks with an optional treasure hunt. Buy or instantly download & get curious!
Are you curious about Whitby? Looking for an unusual and quirky activity which gets you out in the fresh air whatever the weather? Take one of our self-guided walks with a treasure hunt theme – looping around the better-known sights, as well as some of the more unusual and quirky ones, which combined make Whitby a fabulous place to explore!
You’ll get everything – detailed directions, maps, clues (with answers in the back!), and interesting snippets about the history of Whitby and the people that have shaped it.
Buy or instantly download from HERE and explore in your own time. One booklet is enough for four people of all ages to enjoy.
First Walk: Lighthouse to Pannett Park (1.5 miles) From an early 19th century lighthouse walk along West Pier with its stunning views of the town, bustling harbour traffic and the open sea. Climb up to Captain Cook gazing out to sea, and visit the glory of Whitby Pavilion. Next take a stroll along the promenade before plunging back through a tunnel to the busy harbour restaurants and bars. Finally, escape the bustle of the town to end at Pannett Park with its museum, flowers and delightful walks.
Second Walk: Pannett Park to Whitby Abbey (0.75 mile) From a charming lily pond in the enchanting Pannett Park you’ll explore an historic train station before surveying the river with its fishing boats, pleasure boats and lobster pots. Next cross a swing bridge to the other side of town, with its myriad of small and quirky shops specialising in Jet. Finally, take the 199 steps up to a glorious church with stunning views, to end at the ruins of the dazzling and iconic Whitby Abbey
Read Less| Website: | www.curiousabout.co.uk/whitby.html |
| Ticket Prices: | £5.99 - £6.50 |
| Recommended Time: | 3 - 4 hours |
| Opening Times: | Daily, Daylight Hours |
| Indoors / Outdoors: | Outdoors |
| Categories: | City Tours, Cultural Tours, Walking Tours |
