The Deathly Dark Tour of York: Experience of the Year 2024 Discount Tickets

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Overview

The Deathly Dark Tour of York is a grim and theatrical, dark comedy walking tour, perfect for those who have a bit of a wicked streak and are looking to explore the dark and spooky history of the city with one of our guides, famous for their wonderfully dark sense of humour. Please note, this is NOT a scare attraction, it is a storytelling experience. The tour is family friendly, but some may find the stories upsetting. If you have a specific phobia or trigger please reach out to us before booking. Children must remain with their parent/guardian at all times. Tour group size is 20-50 people, although this will change depending on the season. Private and small group tours are available on request.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Your guide will meet you at The Deathly Dark Tours, 4 Grape Lane YO1 7HU. Please arrive 5-10 minutes before the advertised start time. If the booking office is open you will be checked in at the desk, otherwise your guide will meet you outside.

End Point

End point

The tour may end at St Crux courtyard on The Shambles depending on guide, foot traffic and weather. To find your way back to the city centre, just retrace the last bit of the tour, but if you feel a bit turned around please do ask your guide for assistance!

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. Coffee Yard
Are you ready to hear about the terrible things that have happened in the Snickleways of York?
Duration: 5 mins
2. Stonegate
There are a number of buildings on Stonegate that have spooky, historical significance which has been lost to time, but the buildings still stand and we know all the facts!
Duration: 10 mins
3. Minster Yard
The York Minster is a magnificent building that stands high and proud in the centre of York. Officially there are no ghosts here, but unofficially we can tell you about a few!
Duration: 10 mins
4. Bedern Hall
We have some terrible tales to tell in the dark, back streets of Bedern.
5. Coppergate
Coppergate is home to many ghostly stories, but which one will you hear about? Perhaps an angry viking or a grumpy business woman!
Duration: 10 mins
6. Shambles
A warped and wonderful old street, that needs to be seen with your own eyes.
Duration: 10 mins
7. Clifford's Tower
We end our time together by the steps of Clifford's Tower (subject to availability) where years of dark history have unfolded.

Inclusion

Guide

Exclusion

No scheduled restroom breaks

Food & Drink

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon Refundable tickets

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
  • 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Dogs are welcome to join.

LGBTQ+ friendly.

Guests who arrive heavily drunk or disorderly will be asked to leave with no refund given.

Supplied by The Deathly Dark Tours

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