ENGLAND
The ones worth booking.
The 15 most popular york tours in England. The ones worth your time, what they cost, and what to expect on the day.
A 90-minute guided ghost walk through York’s lanes and landmarks, with dark comedy, laughs, and history—tickets cost $19.42.
“Spooky tales with some laughs along the way, great delivery from Dalton Deathly. Would recommend to all”
Mad Alice’s Bloody Tour of York is a 90-minute, English walking tour with in-character storytelling at York Minster, the Shambles, and Clifford’s Tower.
“Brilliant delivery of some interesting info of York – some we knew but some we didn't. It was pouring with rain but she did a good job of finding us cover which we all appreciated!”
A one-hour Ghost Bus Tour of York on a classic Routemaster, passing Clifford’s Tower, York Minster, and Dick Turpin with comedy-leaning ghost tales.
“Lot of fun”
A 90-minute night ghost walk in York: spooky stories near the Minster and a stop on the Shambles, with laughs and grim history.
“Really interesting and a good way to learn about the city . Tour guide Dan was very entertaining and informative”
A private York walking tour with flexible, interest-driven stories from York Minster to Clifford’s Tower in 2 to 3 hours.
“Very knowledgeable guide and a flexible experience. Lots of information about York’s history. Highly recommended.”
45-minute City Cruises York boat ride on the River Ouse with live commentary and views of York Minster and Clifford’s Tower.
“Lovely boat cruise on the river, staff very friendly, commentary adequate, overall a fantastic experience”
Prebooked, mobile ticket entry to York Dungeon with live shows, scary rides, Guy Fawkes tales, and audience participation.
“Brilliant ; the actors were all very good with audience participation , of which I was picked out & was fun.there were a couple of younger children there , they seemed fine but could be scary if too young .”
A 75-minute, family-friendly magic comedy walk through York’s medieval streets, ending near St Crux with fun tricks and laughs.
“Absolute wizardry 😀 great gags for adults and entertaining for kids. Well worth it. Parking is not easy though in town”
Small-group walking tour of York in 90 minutes, hitting St. Mary’s Abbey ruins, Roman York at Museum Gardens, the Minster, and the Shambles.
“Sarah was great. Very informative. Have to take this tour to appreciate the city and history. So much to learn.”
North York Moors and Whitby day trip from York with small-group comfort, Byland Abbey ruins, Goathland Hogsmeade feel, and fish and chips.
“Steve was amazing.”
A 2–2.5 hour guided bike tour through York’s city walls, York Minster, and Viking-Roman stories, with an easy pace and included bike.
“One of the best tours I’ve ever taken—hands down! Cecil, our guide, was absolutely amazing. He went above and beyond to show us York, shared incredibly interesting and fun facts, and answered every single question with patience and a big smile on his face. An unforgettable experience and a tour I would happily do again…”
York hop-on hop-off with a 24-hour pass, audio in 10 languages, and 20 stops. See Clifford’s Tower, Monk Bar, and more.
“The bus was clean and the commentator was very friendly. The recorded commentory was very good as well”
A guided shared walk through York’s historic center, from York Minster to the Shambles, with local stories, tickets, and great photo stops.
“This tour was fantastic due wholly to the incredible knowledge of David Daw. We had a great time and extended the tour to include the York Minster and all the sights of the city to fill the entire day.”
A 2-hour York walking tour with a local guide, moving through Minster, Shambles, walls, and castle legends without route planning.
“Insightful, well paced and engaging tour. Great introduction to York and its myriad of history. Recommended.”
A 2-hour guided Harry Potter themed walk in York with games, quizzes, and a stop at York Minster for $19.41.
“Ellie was a great guide it was really cold today but still she kept the enthusiasm and involved everyone in the activities. Thanks Ellie and Happy New Year.”
