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Shadows of York: Voted Best Small Attraction in York

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icon1 hour 30 minutes  (Approx.)
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iconOffered in: English
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What you can expect during your visit
Face masks required for travelers in public areas
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Regular temperature checks for staff
Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
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Overview

See a spookier side to York without the worry of getting lost during this guided ghost walk around the streets and snickelways (alleys) of the medieval city. Listen to your guide tell tales of York’s tragic past that you wouldn’t otherwise hear, ask questions along the way to learn more, and enjoy an atypical introduction to the city.
  • Get an unusual and entertaining insight into the spooky history of York
  • Benefit from the personalized attention of your guide throughout
  • Learn more than you could if exploring independently
  • This tour is a fun way to get your bearings, ideal for first-time visitors
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No wheelchairs provided

Departure Point

The Belfrey, High Petergate, York YO1 7EN, UK

Departure Time

6:30 PM

Return Details

1: Stonegate, York YO1, UK
2: Shambles, York YO1, UK
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Near public transportation
  • Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for young children (Under 7)
  • Most travelers can participate
  • No drunk or disorderly behaviour is acceptable. Anyone misbehaving will be turned away without refund. Private bookings available for large groups or hen parties. (subject to availability)
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers
  • OPERATED BY Shadows of York

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

  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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Q:
What is the policy on face masks and attendee health during Shadows of York: Voted Best Small Attraction in York ?
A:
The policy on face masks and attendee health is:

  • Face masks required for travelers in public areas
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What is the social distancing policy during Shadows of York: Voted Best Small Attraction in York ?
A:
The policies on social distancing are:

  • Social distancing enforced throughout experience
  • Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
See all safety measures taken by Shadows of York: Voted Best Small Attraction in York .
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What measures are being taken to ensure staff health & safety during Shadows of York: Voted Best Small Attraction in York ?
A:
The policies on staff health & safety are:

  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
  • Regular temperature checks for staff
See all safety measures taken by Shadows of York: Voted Best Small Attraction in York .
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What is the maximum group size during Shadows of York: Voted Best Small Attraction in York ?
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This activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers.

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Exciting and spooky
Sophie_H
, Dec 2020
Whole experience was enjoyable and spooky with an amazing host. Even jumped a few times. Great experience and occasionally a good laugh
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Thank you so much for your review. I'm glad you enjoyed the stories and had a spook filled evening. Wishing you a happy new year!
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York Ghost tour
Shaun_R
, Dec 2020
McKenzie was an engaging and informative guide who took us on a tour of unusual and spooky stories. which was enjoyable for the whole family.
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Great experience!!
Lauren_R
, Dec 2020
If you want a bit of everything, from the history of York to ghostly going’s on this tour is perfect!! Something for everyone! The tour guide was very knowledgeable and answered any questions we had! Would definitely go again if we ever come back to York!!
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York ghost walk
Anne
, Nov 2020
Our guide was very informative and made the ghost walk very interesting and funny. She also made sure we were socially distanced.
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icon Response from Host , Nov 2020
Thank you so much for your review I am so pleased you enjoyed it and felt safe. Kindest regards Mackenzie 👻
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Great experience
Lisa_J
, Nov 2020
Great time was had by my friend and I . Really enjoyed our ghost walk and very interesting. Would definitely recommend.
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Thank you Lisa! 👻 I am so pleased you both enjoyed it 👻 Best wishes and happy haunts Mackenzie
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Fun walk
Jane_K
, Nov 2020
Mackenzie was very knowledgeable and entertaining. Not scary but informative and good to explore York. Kids loved it.
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A night to remember
Claire_T
, Oct 2020
Went on the ghost walk last night and it was absolutely amazing would recommend it 1000%. You get to know the historical side of York as well as the ghost events.
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Great experience
A_J
, Oct 2020
McKenzie was a great historian and story teller. Really enjoyable, walking tour experience. Would recommend.
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Fun for all ages
R_E
, Oct 2020
Decided to let my 9 Year Old, Oscar review it. Here it is. Good stories about York and its ghosts, takes you though the main bit of York. Highly recommended.
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James_E
, Oct 2020
We had a great night. Weather kept fine and we enjoyed the different stories about ghosts and York history. Would recommend it, the hour and and half flew by.
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