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Step back in time and discover the darkest moments in Yorkshire’s history with a visit to York Dungeon! The ticket to the spooky walk-around attraction includes access to live shows, a gripping ride and state-of-the-art special effects and staging. Learn of famous foes such as Dick Turpin and Guy Fawkes, and laugh at details of their exploits before they were caught. The top York attraction makes for a fun family visit; just prepare to be spooked!
Wheelchair accessible
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
The York Dungeon
Step back in time and discover the darkest moments in Yorkshire’s history with a visit to York Dungeon! The ticket to the spooky walk-around attraction includes access to live shows, gripping rides and state-of-the-art special effects and staging. Learn of famous foes such as Dick Turpin and Guy Fawkes, and laugh at details of their exploits before they were caught. The top York attraction makes for a fun family visit; just prepare to be spooked!
Entrance Ticket
Guide Book
Food and drinks
Children under 5 years and younger will not be admitted to the attraction
The York Dungeon
12 Clifford Street York United Kingdom
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
1,134 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Clive O,Apr 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
Superb experience the entertainers went above and beyond all in all educating , entertaining and great fun the site is well set out and an excellent trip to go
Paula B,Apr 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
Lots of fun! Actors are totally in character, be prepared to be ‘picked on’, the actors will shout at you, accuse you, lock you up, attempt to chop your head off! There are lots of flashing lights, bangs, screams and laughter! Bit of fun !
bluesea1972,Apr 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
Wouldn’t recommend - staff are not welcoming at all and don’t want your business. Have done other attractions in York and were treated 100 times better. We simply went up and asked if there was availability to go into the Dungeon, two staff members were standing outside having a conversation and trying to flirt with the young girls at the front of the queue so refused to answer our question. I then took a spot in the queue while my dad tried for the second time to ask the question. I could see this happening. As my dad approached and asked the staff member turned away from him and refused to answer the question while making a face. At this point we left, not good customer service at all and would NOT recommend despite how good the attraction might be. Let down at the first hurdle. Tried to phone the office with no answer to discuss what happened.
karenf513,Apr 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
Absolutely 100% recommend this. The actors are excellent, the stories are brilliant and scenery & atmosphere are really engaging. Be prepared to participate in a fun way.
Y1029WOlindaj,Apr 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
Absolutely brilliant time in the York dungeons We loved it and laughed and screamed so much! Lots of jump scares and the actors were fantastic. Even going to the toilet was a scary task!

468myrnak,Apr 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
I only agreed to go because I was told there was an opt-out, and I wore the sticker the whole time—but actors ignored it and pulled me into a scene anyway, which completely ruined the experience for me. Even if they hadn’t noticed it at first, they could have improvised to remove me—but they didn’t. It felt uncomfortable and deeply disrespectful. If guests are going to be involved regardless, this should be made clear instead of offering an opt-out that isn’t respected. Do NOT rely on this system.
Charleyfbarnes,Apr 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
Really enjoyed this visit with my son. I went over twenty years ago ( I live in York) and thought it was just ok but they have completely changed the experience and the ten rooms you go through now each with their own time and actor were top notch. Well worth the money when you consider the quality of acting on display . It’s interactive so be prepared to take part if called upon. Great entertainment and in my humble opinion way better than value than other attractions in York ( looking at you Yorvik)
Kate H,Apr 2, 2026
- Review from Viator
We’re were a group of 9 there was plenty of space to walk around they interacted very well with the group and was full of laughs and spooky moments.
maxb57,Mar 31, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
This was better than going to the theatre! Being so close up with the actors and being integrated into the performance was so much fun. They get you involved from the start and we had a great laugh.
Fearless10230669988,Mar 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
Brillant!!. Would definitely recommend. Actors are fabulous and make the whole tour fantastic.
Operated by Merlin York Dungeons