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York: Deathly Dark Walking Tour & Dark Comedy StoriesYou’ll follow twisting alleys with a local guide who knows all the city’s wicked secrets (and jokes). Expect laughter mixed with chills as you hear dark tales near Clifford’s Tower, wander Stonegate after dusk, and maybe pick up some Yorkshire slang along the way.
York: Bloody Walking Tour with Mad Alice & Medieval StreetsYou’ll follow Mad Alice through York’s medieval streets, hear gruesome tales beneath Gothic arches and crooked timbered houses, see Clifford’s Tower at dusk, and wander the Shambles where history lingers in every shadow. Expect laughter mixed with chills — and stories you’ll keep thinking about long after you leave.
York Ghost Bus Tour: Haunted City & Double-Decker RoutemasterYou board a red Routemaster double-decker bus and spend an hour passing York's most haunted landmarks—Clifford's Tower, York Minster, and Dick Turpin's grave—while a professional guide tells you the stories behind the spirits. No walking, no entry fees to manage, no deciding which stops matter. You're back at the pickup point within 90 minutes of arrival.Is it for me?Book this if you want York's haunted history without arranging your own transport or navigating between sites—the fixed route and professional guide mean you see the main stories in an hour and know exactly when you'll be back.
York: Ghost Walk & Horrible History TourYou walk through York's medieval streets and alleyways, stopping at York Minster and The Shambles, while a guide tells stories of executions, plague, and tragedy that shaped the city. The tour is rated PG and lasts around 2–3 hours, covering dark but historically detailed accounts that aren't recommended for children under 8 or anyone of a nervous disposition.Is it for me?Book this if you want York's medieval history told straight — grim details and all — without the sanitized version. The guide's rotation of stories and the physical walk through actual locations make it feel less like a performance and more like being let in on something real.
York: Private Walking Tour with Historian & Hotel PickupYou’ll walk York’s winding streets with a real historian guiding you from York Minster through The Shambles and Merchant Adventurers’ Hall to Clifford’s Tower. Expect stories you won’t find in guidebooks, time for tea if you want it, and plenty of space to ask questions or just take it all in at your own pace.
York Dungeon Tickets: Live Shows, Ride & History EntryYou’ll step straight into Yorkshire’s shadowy past with your York Dungeon entry ticket—live actors pull you right into tales of Dick Turpin and Guy Fawkes (with plenty of laughs). Expect sudden scares, clever special effects, and a surprise ride that’ll have your heart thumping. You’ll leave wondering what was real—and maybe glancing over your shoulder once or twice.
York: Wizard Walk Family Tour & Magic in The ShamblesYou’ll join a real wizard guide through York’s Shambles and winding lanes, chasing magical creatures and laughing at live tricks along the way. Kids get swept into stories outside sweet shops and under gargoyles near York Minster. Expect silly moments and clever magic — you might even catch yourself believing for a while.
York Walking Tour: Minster, Shambles & Snickelways Small GroupYou’ll join a small group for a relaxed walk through York’s medieval streets—exploring Roman ruins in botanic gardens, hearing stories outside York Minster, slipping down secret snickelways, and wandering The Shambles with a friendly guide who actually remembers your name. Expect laughter, local tips, and moments that stick with you long after you’ve left those cobbled lanes.
York, Whitby & North York Moors: Day Trip with Abbey RuinsYou’ll walk through ancient abbey ruins near York, sip tea in Helmsley village, cross wild moorland with local stories swirling around you, then taste real Whitby fish & chips by the sea. This small-group day trip lets you slow down and soak up Yorkshire’s moods—there’s always something unexpected waiting around each corner.
York: Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour 24 & 48-Hour PassYou board at Exhibition Square and choose your own stops across 21 locations, from Clifford's Tower to the National Railway Museum, over 24 or 48 hours. Audio commentary in nine languages and free headphones guide you through York's Roman and medieval history. The discount booklet saves money on meals and attractions, and your voucher stays valid for a full year.Is it for me?Choose this if you want to explore York's main landmarks — from the Roman walls to York Minster — without booking separate transport or timing yourself to a guide's schedule. The flexibility to hop off and back on means you control how long you spend at each stop.
York: Guided Bike Tour City Walls, Minster & Chocolate StopsYou’ll pedal through York’s winding streets with a local guide, stopping at ancient city walls, Clifford’s Tower, York Minster and even parks scented by real chocolate makers. Expect stories—some lighthearted, some grisly—and pauses for laughter or quiet awe. You’ll leave with muddy shoes and memories that linger longer than you’d guess.
York Walking Tour: Guy Fawkes, Shambles & Clifford’s TowerYou’ll follow winding streets from Guy Fawkes Inn through York Minster yard and Museum Gardens, hearing stories from a local guide who knows everyone by name. Expect laughter with falconers in the gardens, quiet moments at The Shambles, and honest tales at Clifford’s Tower—plus time for your own questions along the way.
York Walking Tour: City Walls, Minster & Shambles StoriesYou’ll trace York’s winding streets with a local guide who brings stories alive — from climbing parts of the city walls to hearing secrets behind Clifford’s Tower and wandering through The Shambles. Expect real history under your feet (sometimes literally), small surprises around corners, and plenty of chances to ask questions or just soak up what makes York so layered.
York: Harry Potter Locations Tour & Film Trivia GamesYou'll be sorted into a team, answer trivia questions about the films and York's history as you walk past York Minster and other locations, watch video clips and costume pieces that connect the movies to the real city, and compete on an animated scoreboard. The guide handles all the stopping points and keeps the pace moving, so you're not navigating or timing anything yourself — you just show up and play.Is it for me?Pick this if you love the films and want to see the real places behind them without planning a route or researching locations yourself — the guide and the game structure do that work, leaving you free to compete and absorb the city.
York: Open-Top Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour with Audio GuideYou’ll ride an open-top bus through York with a local guide sharing stories and plenty of chances to hop off at places like Clifford’s Tower or York Minster. Expect small surprises — maybe a missed stop or two — plus time for pastries and people-watching along the way. It’s history that feels lived-in rather than read-about.
York: Witches & History Walking Tour with Character GuideYou’ll walk York’s winding streets with a character guide who brings witch trials and local legends alive. Expect laughter over tricky street names, quiet chills near Barley Hall, stories at York Minster’s steps, and time to pause or ask questions as you go. You might leave seeing these cobbles differently—maybe even feeling them under your skin.
Yorkshire Moors & Whitby Day Trip with Steam Train RideYou’ll wander moorland villages where sheep roam free, sip tea in Hutton-le-Hole, climb Whitby’s ancient steps for sea views (and maybe Dracula vibes), then ride a vintage steam train through wild hills if you fancy it. Expect stories from your guide, real Yorkshire weather, and moments that stick with you long after you’re back in York.
York: North York Moors Steam Train & Whitby with PickupYou start with hotel pickup and spend the day moving through three landscapes: the market town of Helmsley, the villages and moorland scenery of the North York Moors, and the seaside town of Whitby. The centerpiece is a heritage steam train ride from Goathland across the Moors. Everything is included—train ticket, guide, transport, and the small group size means you're not lost in a crowd.Is it for me?Book this if you want the North York Moors, a steam train ride, and Whitby in one day without arranging separate tickets or timing yourself—the small group size and included transport are what make a full itinerary possible in a single morning and afternoon.
Yorkshire Dales: Day Trip from York with Waterfalls & CastleYou’ll ride out from York into the rolling Yorkshire Dales, walk castle grounds, listen to Aysgarth Falls thundering below mossy rocks, and snack on Wensleydale cheese in Hawes—all with a local guide who knows every turn in these hills. Expect laughter, small surprises, and more sheep than you can count.
York: Self-Guided Treasure Hunt Game & Cryptic Clues WalkYou’ll wander through York’s winding streets solving cryptic clues sent straight to your phone—at your own pace and with whoever you like. Pause for coffee or take detours as you wish; there’s no set schedule or guide hovering over you. Expect quirky facts, hidden details even locals miss, and plenty of laughs as your group unravels each riddle together.
