UNITED KINGDOM · YORK & THE YORKSHIRE DALES
19 reviewed
A Roman wall, a Viking street plan and the largest gothic cathedral in northern Europe, all inside a twenty minute walk. Below are the York bookings ranked: walls and Shambles walks, river cruises, ghost tours after dark, and the days out into the Dales and the Moors, with prices and meeting points.
A 90-minute, English-speaking guided walk through medieval York, mixing history, humor, and dark stories at major landmarks.
“An absolute must if in York, plenty of tales of death and torture! A cracking evening trawling the cobbled streets of York.”
A 45-minute to 1-hour York River Ouse cruise with live captain commentary, central boarding at King’s Staith, and a bar on board.
“Really enjoyed the boat trip it was very informative and lovely just going up and down the river would recommend.”
Comedy horror in York on a 1960s Routemaster bus, with a funny conductor and haunted landmarks for 75 minutes of chills.
“Amazing from start to finish. Both driver and tour guide top notch. Would highly recommend”
Ghost Bus Tour of York: classic Routemaster ride past Clifford’s Tower, York Minster, and Dick Turpin’s grave, with ghostly tales.
“Great fun and you find out some of the history of York which was interesting. The tour guide and driver where very friendly”
90-minute York ghost walk from Guy Fawkes Inn with theatrical tales around the Minster and Shambles. Mobile ticket, English guide.
“Full of interesting facts done in a very at times dramatic presentation by Dan. Would highly recommend.”
Private York walking tour with hotel pickup, a tailored guide, and stories from York Minster to Clifford’s Tower in 2 to 3 hours.
“Very much enjoyed our private tour - gave a wonderful insight into the history and events of York and much greater appreciation of all the little details”
45-minute daytime River Ouse cruise in York with live captain commentary and views of York Minster, Clifford’s Tower, and the city walls.
“Boat was fine, although not much to see from the river. Commentary from Captain Sophie sounded exaggerated and grating to us.”
York’s Harry Potter themed walking tour for $18, with house quizzes, reenactments, real Diagon Alley and Express inspired stops, and city wall views.
“Ellie was an amazing and entertaining guide. She was very knowledgeable and made the tour both fun and filled with information.”
Prebook York Dungeon tickets for fast entry, live shows, interactive scares, and Guy Fawkes and Dick Turpin stories in 1-2 hours.
“Absolutely amazing! I loved the interactive format, the actors were brilliant - some too realistic … My 9 year old grandson loved it too although some parts were a little too scary for him. I had to keep reminding him it was pretend which shows just how good it was! My favourite part was when he was chosen for ‘execution’ - apparently grandma isn’t supposed to shout ‘execute him’ with such enthusiasm. Would 100% recommend this. I did balk at the cost at first but it was worth every penny. Only one negative but not enough to downgrade - as someone with a disability, the unevenness of the floor together…”
York Dungeon entry ticket brings 2,000 years of dark York history to life with 10 live shows, 75 minutes, and high-tech effects.
“It was both fun and a little scary at times and I wouldn't really recommend it for children under 10.”
See York fast from an open-top bus, hop at 20-plus stops, enjoy audio in 10 languages, and line up classics like York Minster and Clifford’s Tower.
“Charlotte was an excellent tour guide. She took the time to understand the group and adapted the tour to suit. Super informative and knowledgeable engaging all. Thank you !”
75-minute witch and history walk through York old town, starting at Whip-Ma-Whop-Ma-Gate and ending in Shambles, in costume.
“Cornelius Piper was a phenomenal guide. He was entertaining and enthusiastic about his work. My children and I enjoyed our tour.”
Wizard-led 75-minute comedy walk through York, past Shambles and Minster. Magic tricks, family fun, mobile ticket.
“Absolutely brilliant from start to finish, can't recommend highly enough. Black cats, bare bottomed gargoyles, escaping hanky mice and nostril invading wands, it's got it all”
Small-group 90-minute walk through York’s Roman roots, Minster exterior views, Snickelways alleys, and the Shambles.
“The tour was amazing! Alfred’s knowledge and the way he shared information were superb. I absolutely recommend it.”
A 60-minute Happy Hour cruise on the River Ouse with live captain commentary, York landmarks from the water, and a bar onboard.
“Great commentary with lots of historical facts. Very relaxing journey.”
