The Deathly Dark Tour of York: Experience of the Year 2024
Overview
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1 hour 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
The Deathly Dark Tour of York is a grim and theatrical, dark comedy walking tour, perfect for those who have a bit of a wicked streak and are looking to explore the dark and spooky history of the city with one of our guides, famous for their wonderfully dark sense of humour.
Please note, this is NOT a scare attraction, it is a storytelling experience.
The tour is family friendly, but some may find the stories upsetting. If you have a specific phobia or trigger please reach out to us before booking.
Children must remain with their parent/guardian at all times.
Tour group size is 20-50 people, although this will change depending on the season. Private and small group tours are available on request.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Dogs are welcome to join.
LGBTQ+ friendly.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Coffee Yard
Are you ready to hear about the terrible things that have happened in the Snickleways of York?
Stonegate
There are a number of buildings on Stonegate that have spooky, historical significance which has been lost to time, but the buildings still stand and we know all the facts!
What‘s Included
Guide
No scheduled restroom breaks
Options
Deathly After Dark (18+) Tour
Adults Only (18+): The Deathly Dark Tour, but with adult language and themes. NOT suitable for children or the easily offended!
The Deathly Dark Tour LITE
LITE: Smaller group size and less scares. Perfect for anyone looking for a less intense experience, or just likes a nice walk.
The Deathly Dark Tour of York
Deathly Dark Halloween Special
Halloween Special: Halloween 2025 brings a brand new twist to the award-winning Deathly Dark Tour of York, with not one, but TWO guides!
Reviews
3,616 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Good lighthearted fun!
Gemma v C 94,,Feb 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Really enjoyable experience. Great way to spend some of your evening in York. Lighthearted, entertaining and well presented.
Theatrical and funny spooky tour
439beckih,,Feb 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My partner and I took a tour last night and had Dalton Deathly as our guide, who was great! The tour was funny and engaging, and included spooky stories about York I hadn’t heard before. It included a little bit of audience participation but no one was forced to join in (just incase you are a little shy). It lasted about an hour which I found a good amount of time for my attention span and the cold weather! The walks from place to place were quite short, but there are cobbles to be aware of. Our guide kept us safe from traffic and warned us about low head heights and uneven surfaces. If you love ghost and horror stories I would recommend this tour, and there is also a new shop/ ticket office to check out too :)
Entertaining and informative.
Joshua H,,Feb 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tour was great and very entertaining. Our tour guide Dolton was very engaging and a lot of fun to listen too. Would highly recommend on a visit to york.
Fantastic spooky tour
A6263ZGsophiea,,Feb 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Thoroughly enjoyed our little ghost tour last night! Dalton was our tour guide and his story telling was spot on. He had all his audience engaged and listening to every word. It was a good mix of spooky ghost stories and comedy acting. I have nothing negative to say and will definitely be booking this next time I come to York.
Dog friendly haunting
nicoladZ9345MW,,Feb 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fantastic tour- we had a great time and our dogs were very entertained by the canine spectre!
Dalton - so smart and handsome 10/10
matthewcV7223IX,,Feb 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The experience was highly entertaining, enjoyable, and engaging; we would certainly consider rebooking.
Fantastic experience 10/10 !
Z5042TGlucyb,,Feb 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Dalton was our tour guide. Hilarious, informative brilliant acting. I booked this for my birthday with my husband and it was a great experience last night. The fact it was raining only made it better as it added to the ambiance. Very reasonable price overall a fantastic experience and I would recommend anyone to book with these guys 😊
A damp midweek brightened.
peterdagg,,Feb 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Visit to one of our favourite places in the country made all the more enjoyable by an evening in the company of the brilliant baby of the Deathly family, Davina. We were thoroughly entertained and educated with an awesome and engaging telling of some of the classics in York's spooky history, including Flossy at no 41, the Barghest, 5 College St, The Golden Gleece, Gruesome George, Ivar the Boneless and Robert Aske at Clifford's Tower. All told with aplomb and met with a deserved round of applause at the end. They're not award-winning for nowt, folks. I'd also recommend booking direct with the company rather than through a third party website like booking dot com as it'll save you a commission.
Absolutely brilliant
hollyp298,,Feb 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Brilliant tour of York, well worth the money. The guide was captivating and a great storyteller, I would 100% recommend this to anyone into the spookier side of things!
Amamzing experience
Vacationer489099,,Feb 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Dalton was absolutely AMAZING! Loved this tour!!! First time in York with my adult son, his partner and my 15 year old son. We all loved it and I would highly recommend!!! Get it booked!!!
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