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Fairfax House Tickets & Booking Information

Plan your step back into eighteenth-century domestic life in York with our handy ticket guide.

Preparing for your visit to this beautifully restored Georgian townhouse in York is simple with the right ticket details. This guide covers how to secure entry to explore the magnificent plasterwork, historic clocks, and period furniture of Fairfax House. We recommend checking the official museum website to verify current ticket prices, opening times, and any seasonal booking requirements before you arrive.

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Fairfax House tickets and prices in York: complete ticket options, discounts, and visitor pricing guide
Compare official Fairfax House ticket categories, free-entry eligibility, and price tiers before you book in York.
Use this ticket overview to quickly understand admission prices for Fairfax House, including adult, child, student, senior, group, and member options in York. The table below highlights current ticket structures, conditions, and extra notes so you can plan your visit budget with confidence.

Fairfax House ticket pricing overview and admission policy in York

Paid admission

General admission tickets are valid for unlimited return visits for 12 months.

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Fairfax House ticket categories, prices, and access conditions

Adult General Admission
£8.50

Valid for 12 months

Student General Admission
£7.50

Must show a valid student ID Valid for 12 months

Senior General Admission (65+)
£7.50

Valid for 12 months

Child General Admission (16 and under)
Free

With a paying adult Valid for 12 months

Museums Association & York Card Holders Admission
£6.80

Valid card required 20% discount on adult price. Valid for 12 months

Friday Guided Tour - Adult
£9.50

Takes place at 11am on Fridays Includes 12 months' general admission

Friday Guided Tour - Student
£8.50

Must show a valid student ID Includes 12 months' general admission

Friday Guided Tour - Senior (65+)
£8.50

Takes place at 11am on Fridays Includes 12 months' general admission

Friday Guided Tour - Child (16 and under)
Free

Takes place at 11am on Fridays Includes 12 months' general admission

Group Self-Led Tour
£10.00

Must book in advance Per person

Group Expert Tour
£12.00

Guided by an expert volunteer guide Per person

Group Curator Tour
£18.00

Requires at least two months' notice Per person

Group Bespoke Curator Tour
£35.00

Requires at least two months' notice; exclusive access Per person

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What is the admission fee for Fairfax House?

Adult general admission to Fairfax House costs 8.50 GBP. This ticket acts as an annual pass and is valid for 12 months from purchase.

Does Fairfax House offer student and senior ticket discounts?

Yes, Fairfax House offers discounted tickets priced at 7.50 GBP for students with a valid ID and seniors aged 65 and over. These tickets are valid for 12 months.

Do children get free entry to Fairfax House?

Yes, children aged 16 and under receive free general admission when accompanied by a paying adult. This free child ticket is valid for 12 months.

Are group tickets available for Fairfax House?

Yes, group tickets are available for parties of 10 or more. Options include a Self-Led Tour for 10.00 GBP, an Expert Tour for 12.00 GBP, a Curator Tour for 18.00 GBP, and a Bespoke Curator Tour for 35.00 GBP per person.

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