Ghost Bus Tour of York
Overview
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Discover York’s sinister side on this 1-hour ghost bus tour, led by a hellishly hilarious guide. Visit some of city’s spookiest sights and learn about the restless spirits whose sightings have earned York the accolade of the most haunted city in the world. From your blood red seat aboard a Routemaster — a classic double-decker bus — pass by top historical attractions such as York Minster, Clifford’s Tower and the grave of the notorious highwayman Dick Turpin.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please arrive 20 minutes before the scheduled departure time. The tour cannot wait for late passengers and they cannot be admitted once the show has started.
Please note that the tours are conducted in English
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Clifford's Tower
Customers will be provided with information on Clifford's Tower's spiritual and historical past.
York Minster
Customers will be provided with information on York Minsters spiritual and historical past.
What‘s Included
Professional guide
Food and drinks
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off
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THE GHOST BUS TOUR - YORK
Reviews
2,455 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great Ghost Bus Tour
Izzy6724,Apr 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great experience. Such a laugh. Really enjoyed it and would even do it again
Fab way to see and hear about york
P3356TTsarahf,Apr 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great experience, the bus itself is so good and we heard lots of ghostly stories and frank and bob were very funny. The price is great for what u get, a comedy show, horror stories and tour or york all in one. Xx
Ghost bus tour
Culture60591719684,Apr 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The “conductor” was great. Made the experience fun and showed us the haunted stories and sites of York. Would highly recommend this tour if you are visiting York.
Great thing to do in York
stephmikejack,Apr 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This is well worth doing! Not scary or spooky really, but so funny and interesting!
Ghostly Bus Tour - York
D5929BRsarahj,Apr 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great fun and a good way of learning about the ghostly history of York without walking! We were hosted by John Doe & the bus was driven by Bob …. I laughed a lot and the actors definitely made the tour a lot of fun! I would definitely go again and highly recommended to anyone. Excellent value for money ☺️
A fun ghostly tour had!
kime96,Apr 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A mad wacky bus tour - full of fun & smiles & thoroughly enjoyed! In between the laughter sights seen & facts learnt.
Don’t Miss it!
paulscunningham,Apr 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A fantastic experience and a very entertaining tour of York! John Doe (our guide) and Bob (our driver) were brilliant! Funny, informative and kept our two teenagers engaged throughout! Highly recommend!
Brilliant tour bus!
jadecP6994WN,Apr 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Came on the ghost tour bus as part of my Hen party. I loved every second of it, very informative but in a fun way! John Doe and Bob where both amazing and really made the whole experience so good!! Will be back with the family to do this again soon!
Fun group activity
Brechtvdr,Apr 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Nice ride/walk with a double decker bus through york. The guide brings the stories in a funny fun way. Group activity
Excellent would recommend
amylou2705,Apr 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00John Doe and Bob were excellent . The tour was very informative about the area and what to look out for.
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