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Villainous History and Rum Tasting Tour in York Indoor Experience

5.0(226)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 226 reviews30 minFree cancellationBy Villains Rum Of York
Villainous History and Rum Tasting Tour in York Indoor Experience

About this activity

Step into the shadows of York’s past on this immersive indoor experience at Villains Rum of York, just off Stonegate. Led by a live villain guide, this small-group tour explores the true dark history behind the infamous characters who inspired our rums - from plotters and poisoners to kings and cutthroats.

Learn about York’s most notorious villains through entertaining storytelling, brought to life with humour and historical detail. Along the way, sample a selection of our handcrafted, locally inspired rums - each linked to the tale you're hearing. Also available with gin if preffered or alcohol free options.

Perfect for history lovers, rum enthusiasts, and curious minds, this experience takes place entirely inside our immersive rum shop and villainous hideaway. Whether it’s raining or shining outside, the shadows await within.

What's included

  • ✓Guided by live villains discover the true dark history of York’s most infamous characters
  • ✓You will be given 5 x 15ml shots of our core rums with option of a mixer and 1 sample of our seasonal rum on arrival, we can swap the rum out for gin should you wish

Meeting and pickup

  • Go into the Villains Rum of York shop and check in at the counter

Good to know

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • We do not have a disabled toilet sorry
  • Dogs are welcome
  • Children are tolerated no more that 1 per 2 adults

Cancellation policy

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

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