DIG at Jorvik

DIG is an archaeological adventure, perfect for young explorers aged 5–12! With help from the friendly team, you’ll uncover some of York’s most fascinating stories, buried underground for nearly 2,000 years!

DIG is split into three zones: Learn, Uncover, and Explore, each one taking you through a different part of the archaeological journey. Whether it’s your first time digging or you’re already into archaeology, there’s something here for everyone!

Kids can dig down deep (in synthetic, no mess soil) to discover artefacts from the four major periods of York’s fascinating history. An Archaeologist is on hand to answer your questions on your finds and help you piece together what it would have been like to live in the past!

Plus, launching 21st July 2025 is DIG’s latest exhibition – Cressida Cowell’s How to Train Your Dragon School. All young dragon trainers are invited to enrol! So take the kids along to get hands-on with fun activities, meet favourite characters like Hiccup, Gobber the Belch, Old Wrinkly, and Camicazi alongside The Hopeful Puffin Mark 4, and uncover hidden treasures in a special dragon-inspired DIG pit.

Plus, you can watch exclusive videos from Cressida Cowell, explore original book artwork and maps, and discover the real history that helped inspire the Viking world of the books. With interactive fun throughout, this exciting exhibition is perfect for Vikings aged 5–12 years.

Opening times are variable, please click here for details.