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 frightening. 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‘s Included
Guide
No scheduled restroom breaks
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!
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 of York
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.
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
3,388 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great entertaining tour!
Suzanne d,
Oct 6, 2025
- Viator
5.00This was an entertaining rather than educational tour. Our guide Dalton kept a large group entertained and laughing. He is an excellent entertainer who was audible to the whole group. We saw the city center highlights and had fun. I recommend this tour.
Dafydd was amazing! We...
Savannah K,
Oct 3, 2025
- Viator
5.00Dafydd was amazing! We had a super spooky night with moon lit clouds and howling winds. So much fun and can’t wait to go again! <3
A highlight of our stay in York
Collette S,
Sep 27, 2025
- Viator
5.00Daria Deathly made this tour exciting, terrifying, engaging and very funny. From start to finish she had the whole group hanging on her every word- we thoroughly enjoyed every moment.
Ghosts
Bradley W,
Sep 16, 2025
- Viator
5.00The tour was a lot of fun. David, our tour guide, was quite a storyteller and might have been the best part of it
Great way to spend an evening in York
Shannon B,
Sep 12, 2025
- Viator
5.00Fantastic tour experience! Our guide, "Dalton Deathly", was exceptional. Funny, bright, entertaining, safety conscious - he showed us a totally different perspective on this beautiful city. We had arrived in York only an hour before - it was a really special way to be introduced to York. Totally recommend this experience - I only had a fiver for a tip but it was worth much more. Next time. THANKS!
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