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Private Ghost Tour of York

4.8(85)Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 85 reviews2 hFree cancellationBy York Walls Tours
York at night

About this activity

Explore York after dark on a private ghost tour shaped around you. Choose where and when to meet: we can collect you from your hotel or meet you at another convenient spot in the city.

Hear York’s real ghost stories and accounts of strange events, told with warmth, humour and a healthy respect for the facts. Along the way, discover the history behind the places and people involved. There are no actors, jump scares or invented tales—just entertaining storytelling rooted in genuine local history.

Because the tour is private, you can explore at your own pace with your guide, without a large group or a rigid schedule, we will prepare a bespoke tour just for you, starting and ending at a time and place to suit you

What's included

  • ✓Private tour
  • ✓Tour escort/host
  • ✓Hotel pickup and drop-off (by foot, city centre hotels only)

Not included

  • ✕Entrance fees (2 small museums located around the walls are available for entry separately)
  • ✕Food and drinks

Meeting and pickup

  • Outside York Minster near the entrance to the gift shop is the Roman Column. Its easy to find and right in the centre of town, a great place to meet!

Good to know

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Please inform the local provider of the preferred pick up point at the time of booking.
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately

Cancellation policy

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

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