Ghost Bus Tour of York

Highlights

  • Visit some of York’s most haunted sights on this bus tour

  • Stay entertained as you travel—guide commentary is provided

  • Hear spooky stories about famous city sights, including York Minster

  • See the grave of Dick Turpin—the infamous highwayman

Summary

Choose your preferred start time that best suits your schedule, and meet your creepy guide in central York for a journey through the city’s gruesome history. Board the ghost bus – a classic Routemaster bus with its own questionable history – grab a seat in the shadowy upper or lower deck, and peer out the window as you wind through the dark, narrow streets.   As you ride, hear chilling tales of York’s most prolific hauntings, misdeeds and most sinister characters. You’ll pass infamous landmarks like Clifford’s Tower, York Minster and Dick Turpin's grave, and stop occasionally to get better acquainted with ghostly venues. By the end, you’ll have an intimate understanding of York’s sinister side, touted as one of the spookiest cities in the world! Your tour returns to the departure point with time to warm your chilled soul at a local pub.

Tour info

Duration
1 hour
Group Size
Pricing (From)
Commentary
Meeting Point
Dropoff location

Why take this tour?

There are lots of places in York that are thought to be haunted, but these spooky stories are not often mentioned on traditional sightseeing tours. This tour helps you discover the city’s dark history with an evening ghost bus adventure between haunted sights such as York Minster, and Clifford’s Tower. Along the way, a guide entertains you with tales of restless spirits, sinister characters, and ghastly crimes.

What’s included?

  • Professional guide

  • Food and drinks

  • Gratuities

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

Things to know

Before you book

  • Duration: 1h

  • Mobile tickets accepted

  • Instant confirmation

Covid Policy

  • Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
  • Guides required to regularly wash hands

Cancellation Policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Operated by:

The Ghost Bus Tours

About operator:

The York Ghost Bus Tours is a theatrical sightseeing tour onboard a classic 1960s Routemaster bus, taking you on a journey around the darker side of Europe's most haunted city. Learn about torture, murders, executions and of course the ghosts that reside within the medieval city walls. A comedy horror show you'll never forget, this is the perfect way to see York!

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