Embark on a journey through York's darkest secrets and 2000 years of terrifying history on this guided walking tour. See iconic landmarks such as Shambles Market and York Minster in a spooky new light.

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Duration 1.5 hours: Check availability to see starting times.
Host or greeter: English
Wheelchair accessible

Highlights

Be transported back to ancient Roman times as you journey through York's past
Witness iconic landmarks such as York Minster from a new, terrifying perspective
Discover secrets and grim stories of the untold truth of York's dark past
Learn more about the history of York in an entertaining and engaging format
Explore hidden locations and secret spots that only the locals know about

Full description

Unearth the grim stories and the untold truths of York's dark past on this walking tour. Join your guide to explore secrets long forgotten, and journey back almost 2000 years to the roots of Eboracum. See York Minster and Shambles Market from a new perspective. Learn what happened to the criminals of this city, what happened to the innocent, and what really happens in the shadows of York's mysterious alleyways and streets.

Meet your guide outside The Hilt on Goodramgate and travel through the city, passing by iconic landmarks such as Shambles Market and York Minster. You will also discover lesser-known spots such as St. Andrewgate street.

Includes

Walking tour
Live guide

Not suitable for

People with heart problems

Meeting point

Meet your guide outside of the Drakes Fish and Chip Shop, Petergate, on the corner of King's Square.

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What to bring

Comfortable shoes
Comfortable clothes

Not allowed

Video recording

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4.8 /5

based on 24 reviews

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4.8/5
Value for money
4.7/5

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Great tour! Finn was amazing despite only a few of us on the tour he still made it informative and funny, even making each of us join in for extra laughs! He clearly has a passion for what he does and would certainly go on his tours again when in York!

September 6, 2022

What a fantastic night to remember ! Vincent was amazing ! We had a fantastic time and highly recommend this ! Full of wonderful knowledge this man was absolutely full of interesting facts and brilliant stories. Thankyou so much Vincent we were so impressed and thoroughly recommend Gothic Glasgow to everyone !

July 27, 2022

Incredible experience. Educated, funny and so much fun

September 26, 2022

York: The Dark Chronicles of York Guided Walking Tour

York: The Dark Chronicles of York Guided Walking Tour

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