Overview
This is a private tour so it will be just your group and guide (plus the ghosts of York).
Our experienced guide will tell you tales from Yorks' gruesome past, executions, murders, the plague and ghosts, as we make our way round some of the spookiest places in the city.
The price is per group.
As it is by private booking, we can be flexible about your exact requirements, start time, and pick-up point.
We can offer hotel pick ups* and as we can start at different locations, the tour route can be customised.
*City centre only. Check before booking.
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Private tour
Hotel pickup (by foot, city centre hotels only)
Tour escort/host
Gratuities
Private transportation
Access to historical attractions.
Dinner
Meeting and pickup
Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
Outside the pub.
End point
By the statue of Constantine the Great.
What to expect
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Shambles
5 min
Learn the history of one of Europes oldest streets.
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Shrine of Saint Margaret Clitherow
5 min
Hear the terrible fate of the women who went on to be a Catholic Saint.
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Whip-Ma-Whop-Ma-Gate
5 min
Visit York's shortest Street.
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5 min
Find out the history of Bedern and the spirits that still haunt the area.
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St William's College
5 min
Learn about the Girl in the Plague House.
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Treasurer's House
5 min
Hear one of York's most famous Ghost stories.
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York Minster
5 min
See this magnificent gothic cathedral and hear a tale or two.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Europe/London).
Additional Information
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
FAQs about Dark Tales of York. Private ghost tours.
Can I cancel Dark Tales of York. Private ghost tours. for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 1–2 hours.
Where does it start, and is pickup offered?
Outside the pub. Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the meeting point.
What's included?
- Private tour
- Hotel pickup (by foot, city centre hotels only)
- Tour escort/host
- Gratuities
What's not included?
- Private transportation
- Access to historical attractions.
- Dinner
Which places does it visit?
It visits Shambles, Shrine of Saint Margaret Clitherow, Whip-Ma-Whop-Ma-Gate, St William's College, Treasurer's House, York Minster.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
What fitness level is needed?
It is suitable for all physical fitness levels.
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