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
Options
THE GHOST BUS TOUR - YORK
Reviews
2,415 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Disappointing experience
S9033VGwillh,,Feb 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.00Overall found the experience to be really underwhelming and quite pointless. The conductor worked really hard but we could barely see out of the windows of the bus and felt we didn’t learn much. At one point we thought something exciting would happen as we got off the bus but we just went to the shambles then went back to the bus. Would only recommend to people with small children.
Good value for money
Adelle C,,Feb 21, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It is a bit of fun, we adults and teenager son enjoyed it, 10 yr old daughter got a little scared at times but overall found it very good. Bob the bus driver and John the conductor were very funny and knowledgeable.
Awesome
mikejT1971UJ,,Feb 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very good, from start to finish Frank tge conductor was brilliant. Corny jokes, scary moments, smoke and special effects. Stories about ghosts and local history with a difference. The bus was brilliant well done the Driver.
Absolutely amazing experience!!
997olivere,,Feb 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I went with my family and was not disappointed at all. Our host was Phil and he was absolutely fantastic, comedic timing was excellent and really set the tone and made the entire experience thoroughly enjoyable in every aspect. For the price you pay, it’s worth absolutely every penny and I would 100% recommend + even go again in the future, thanks so much!!
Spooktactular ghost tour with the added bonus of a creepy & kooky bus
Explore20481077100,,Feb 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I booked this trip as a birthday present for my son and it was one of the best things that I could have done. The excitement when we saw the bus arrive didn't stop until we got off the bus. As soon as we arrived Frank was a great mix of spooky, sarcasm and deadpan greeting us onto the bus and he had us in stitches, even creeping behind us and whispering in my boyfriends ear. Telling us fascinating facts about haunted York with wit and humour and keeping everyone on their toes. The tales were brilliant and I've never heard any of them before, and it was great to get out of the city centre and see other haunted locations and spooky sites including Dick Turpin's grave. Bob the driver kept us going and enjoyed telling us the odd joke or two as well. I definitely recommend this tour to everyone and can assure you that you will enjoy it too 🖤
Slap stick
ROOSKE11,,Feb 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.00The whole experience was amateur and non infornative. The talking guy was dressed like a grungy student and kept slipping into his York accent while TRYING to sound Romanian. 20 mins of tour we were off the bus while this guys attempted humour by picking on a few of the group. We worked out the trip was raking him and his masked driver over 1000 pounds!!!! Keep your 20 pounds and go for a nice meal. I couldnt wait for it to end. Like watching Canon and Ball right at the end of their careers. Scary? The price was the only scare when you realise what you got on departing the bus. Would have learnt more about ghosts in York by asking locals in a pub The 7 pints of vodka which the driver drank before the journey? Hahahahaha. Hilarious
Prepare to jump out of your skin!
F7678ZRnickc,,Feb 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Super fun and informative (for gruesome tales...) way to see the city and jump out of your skin along the way! Great fun and highly recommended!! My teenage and adult daughters laughed and screamed in equal measure!!
Super fab fun
Lyn P,,Feb 17, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Good fun experience, good laugh and not too serious, kids n adults loved. Frank n Bob very good laugh
Amazing!
sarahjaynem2025,,Feb 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We loved it!! John was the perfect mix of funny and educational! I found some of the previous reviews very unfair! Really enjoyable experience and You can tell John really knows york! Don't base your visit on the negative reviews, experience it for yourself!
Funny 🤣🤣🤣
Shady I,,Feb 16, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great evening funny and very entertaining we loved it. Time flow by I would definitely recommend this experience
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