York's Haunting Past: A Twisted History Lesson

Embark on a spine-chilling journey through 2000 years of terrifying history in York. Uncover the city’s darkest secrets and experience the true face of York. Not for the faint-hearted!

Duration: 1 hour, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • York - Explore the historic streets and embark on a journey through 2000 years of history. Beneath the surface of this city lie unforgettable secrets.
  • Clifford’s Tower - Uncover the history and terror of York’s Debtors Prison and the chilling tales of the Castle.
  • Baile Hill - Partner to York’s second castle, delve into the story of the…
What's Included
  • Live guided tour
What's Not Included
  • Alcoholic beverages
Additional Information

⚠️ HUMANS HAVE MASTERED FEAR - York’s past is more than just history; it’s an enthralling tale. Presenting York’s finest alternative to a ghost walk.
True horror doesn’t need fangs. York’s history is steeped in blood, superstition, and peculiar stories.
Delve into ghostly tales and determine what’s real and what’s legend.
Discover the intriguing world of…

Location
Clifford's Tower, York
Tower St
The tour leaves promptly at your chosen time. Guides cannot answer phones for late comers so we advise arriving 10 minutes early.
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Samp444
Nov 1, 2025
A great evening experience - A great evening’s experience and it wasn’t just about ghosts and ghouls. Time flew and I learnt a lot, in total the walk was just over a mile with lots of little stops to get involvement in history and the conspiracy theories!
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Helen_d
Oct 27, 2025
Good tour - Was very interesting informative and entertaining. Was great walking around York at night. The stories were real
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Rebecca_r
Oct 27, 2025
A true story-teller - Our guide was a true story-teller. Stories were intriguing and he told them well. Lots of walking, as expected. York specifically has a lot of cobblestones, walking in the dark could make it difficult for some.
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Leddy13
Oct 19, 2025
Brilliant tour - Very knowledgeable, gripping stories from a local. Would recommend taking the tour, was intimate. Sometimes truth is stranger that fiction.
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Terence_r
Aug 8, 2025
Walk - It was very interesting the guide was very noligable and friendly and would highly recommend it it's a change from the ghost walks
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A2080ptkatiep
Jan 12, 2025
Fantastic ghost tour - The lady who did our tour was fantastic! We didn’t want to go to one of the dress up tours with fake stories that felt more like a production, and this was the complete opposite! She told real stories, was very knowledgeable, friendly and chatty! She was very professional, but also had us cracking up with jokes which lightened the mood as it was about -4 degrees when we went! She gave a real in depth insight & multiple points of view to everything she explained - whether it was a real story or legend left to the imagination. I would 100% recommend this tour it’s great quality for the price also! If you’re looking for a semi-serious tour at the centre of York to learn about the history of the ghost stories in the area, then definitely go to this tour!!!
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Lizzyo94
Jan 11, 2025
The best experience ever. Esther is incredible! - My boyfriend surprised me with tickets to the York Walking Ghost Tour for my birthday, and it was truly one of the best presents I’ve ever received! The experience exceeded all expectations, and our tour guide, Esther, made it absolutely unforgettable. Esther was incredible from start to finish. Her storytelling was captivating—she brought the haunted history of York to life in a way that had everyone hanging on her every word. Her interaction with the group was fantastic; she struck the perfect balance between humor, intrigue, and inclusivity, making sure everyone felt engaged and part of the experience. Not only did I have an amazing time, but I also learned so much about York’s rich and spooky past. I left the tour feeling thoroughly entertained and with a newfound appreciation for the city’s history. I honestly cannot recommend this tour enough, and if you’re booking, I highly recommend asking for Esther as your guide. She’s an absolute star and made the experience truly magical. Don’t miss this tour if you’re in York!
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Bailey_c
Jan 5, 2025
Wonderful Experience - Amazing experience with a funny and engaging tour guide! Would definitely recommend if you're new to the city and searching for the more macabre history.
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Carly_d
Dec 16, 2024
Do it! - My sisters and I visited York for the first time. Our knowledge of York was very limited. After last night tour, I have true appreciation for the city and its wealth of history. Ethel did an amazing job. I highly recommend. Thank you.
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Kim_w
Dec 1, 2024
Ghosts of York come alive - A great way to get a brief introduction to the history of such a fascinating city. Our house was extremely knowledgeable and great fun.
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up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).