Ghost Bus Tour of York

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York, United Kingdom

From $23.05

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Safety measures

1 hour to 1 hour 15 minutes (approx.)

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Offered in: English

Overview

Delve into the dark recesses of York’s history on this evening ghost bus tour. With your spooky local guide, visit notorious local haunts of restless spirits, and pass eerie sites such as York Minster, Clifford’s Tower, and the grave of Dick Turpin, infamous highwayman and murderer. Throughout the tour, hear anecdotes and fascinating facts about York’s grisly past, and make key stops for a closer look at the city’s most haunted buildings.

Evening ghost bus tour of York, led by an entertaining guide
Tour York on a classic Routemaster and discover the city’s dark past
Pass by must-see historical sights including Clifford’s Tower and York Minster
Hop on and off at some of the city’s most haunted buildings
Hear spine-chilling tales of the ghostly apparitions who are said to roam ‘the most haunted city in the world’
Choice of afternoon or evening departure

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What's Included

Professional guide

Food and drinks

Gratuities

Hotel pickup and drop-off

Departure & Return

Departure PointStation Road , Station Rd, York, UK

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Departing from Bus Stop RE daily, directly outside York station, on Station Road, on the south side of The Principal York. If you can see The York Tap pub, you’re in the right area!

Return DetailsThis activity will end right where it started.

What To Expect

Choose your preferred start time that best suits your schedule, and meet your creepy guide in central York for a journey through the city’s gruesome history. Board the ghost bus – a classic Routemaster bus with its own questionable history – grab a seat in the shadowy upper or lower deck, and peer out the window as you wind through the dark, narrow streets.

As you ride, hear chilling tales of York’s most prolific hauntings, misdeeds and most sinister characters. You’ll pass infamous landmarks like Clifford’s Tower, York Minster and Dick Turpin's grave, and stop occasionally to get better acquainted with ghostly venues. By the end, you’ll have an intimate understanding of York’s sinister side, touted as one of the spookiest cities in the world!

Your tour returns to the departure point with time to warm your chilled soul at a local pub.

Itinerary

Pass By:

Clifford's Tower

Customers will be provided with information on Clifford's Tower's spiritual and historical past.

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York Minster

Customers will be provided with information on York Minsters spiritual and historical past.

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Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
Infants must sit on laps
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.
Most travelers can participate
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 54 travelers
OPERATED BY The Ghost Bus Tours

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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Frequently Asked Questions

The answers provided below are based on answers previously given by the tour provider to customers’ questions.

What is the policy on face masks and attendee health during Ghost Bus Tour of York?

A:The policy on face masks and attendee health is:

Face masks required for travelers in public areas

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What is the policy on sanitization during Ghost Bus Tour of York?

A:The policies on sanitization are:

Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
Gear/equipment sanitized between use
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized

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What is the social distancing policy during Ghost Bus Tour of York?

A:The policy on social distancing is:

Social distancing enforced throughout experience

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What measures are being taken to ensure staff health & safety during Ghost Bus Tour of York?

A:The policy on staff health & safety is:

Guides required to regularly wash hands

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Would recommend for something different different.

Ian_B

, May 2022

Very well done and loved the use of the onboard camera which sort of brought the whole bus together. The trip was both funny and factual. It was very different from anything else. Worth doing.

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Not to be missed.

Scott_M

, May 2022

Earl E Graves was our guide. He was very enthusiastic and funny. The trip was well worth the money. If you’re in York you should try and make this a part of your itinerary.

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Great Tour and good fun!

Chris_E

, May 2022

Good fun on an old route master bus and some interesting facts and stories told about the ghosts of York.

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I do not recommend

Robert_M

, May 2022

The tour guide shouted and was too over the top. I don’t think you need to yell to be dramatic. It was too much for me.

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We had an amazing time. ...