Ghosts and Ghouls Haunted York Self Guided Audio Tour
Overview
Dare to explore York's sinister side on this chilling self-guided ghost walk, venturing into the heart of England's most haunted city!
With this tour, you can unleash York's eerie past at your own pace. You will explore over 12 of York's most haunted locations with the chance to encounter over 30 spirits. Peer down narrow snickleways where Mad Alice watches from the windows and pass by haunted pubs where ghostly regulars still sit at the bar. Hear about the real life incidents which leave even sceptics questioning their beliefs. You can put the tour on pause for some liquid courage at any of the famous haunted pubs along the tour.
The tour can be experienced at any time of the day or night. But it is highly recommended to try it in the dark for the best experience and to increase your chances of encountering a spectre. This tour is perfect for adventurous travellers, couples, and small groups seeking a flexible experience.
What's Included
- 100% Satisfaction Guarantee: If you don’t love the tour, write to us for a full refund.
- Offline access to the tour (no internet connection needed) once tour is downloaded
- Images to identify stops and in app interactive map for navigation
- 1-year access on iOS & Android. Listen to the tour anytime, as many times as you like
- Check or search your inbox for an email from “Tourific” with tour access instructions.
- Audio and written guide included
- Any physical devices or headphones
- Transport
- Human tour guide at location
Meeting Location
29 Marygate
York YO30 7WH, UK
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
Tower St
York YO1 9SA, UK
The end point is in front of Clifford's Tower which is the last stop on the tour
What To Expect
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St. Mary's Abbey
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Treasurer's House
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
York Minster (pass by)
Stonegate
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Lunds Court
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Shambles
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
The Golden Fleece (pass by)
York Castle Museum (pass by)
Clifford's Tower (pass by)
Bedern Hall (pass by)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- As this is a ghost walk, it is not recommended for travelers with heart problems
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The total tour duration includes the time spent at the stop and time required to walk through all the stops.
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Activity code: C-472599P55
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (GMT).
- 100% Satisfaction Guarantee: If you don’t love the tour, write to us for a full refund.
- Offline access to the tour (no internet connection needed) once tour is downloaded.
- Images to identify stops and in app interactive map for navigation.
- 1-year access on iOS & Android. Listen to the tour anytime, as many times as you like.
- Check or search your inbox for an email from “Tourific” with tour access instructions.
- Audio and written guide included.
- Any physical devices or headphones.
- Transport.
- Human tour guide at location.
The minimum age to participate is 10..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Ghosts and Ghouls Haunted York Self Guided Audio Tour is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- As this is a ghost walk, it is not recommended for travelers with heart problems
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Ghosts and Ghouls Haunted York Self Guided Audio Tour will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- 100% Satisfaction Guarantee: If you don’t love the tour, write to us for a full refund.
- Offline access to the tour (no internet connection needed) once tour is downloaded
- Images to identify stops and in app interactive map for navigation
- 1-year access on iOS & Android. Listen to the tour anytime, as many times as you like
- Check or search your inbox for an email from “Tourific” with tour access instructions.
- Audio and written guide included
- Any physical devices or headphones
- Transport
- Human tour guide at location
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- As this is a ghost walk, it is not recommended for travelers with heart problems
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The total tour duration includes the time spent at the stop and time required to walk through all the stops.
