On this 75-minute ghost tour, you’ll visit some of York’s most famous landmarks as you learn about a more creepy side of their history from comedic actors.
Regarded as one of the most haunted cities in England, your conductor will drive you around the area in a 1960s Routemaster bus decked out with eerie decorations. You’ll pass by Clifford’s Tower, York Minster, Dick Turpin’s grave and more as you hear retellings of ghost stories from the city.
During this all-ages tour, you’ll be able to explore strange and different parts of York. You’ll have the chance to wander through York and visit city landmarks including York Minster and the backstreets of Bedern. With your guide, you'll learn about lesser-known parts of the city's history and hear strange tales from the past.
This ticket grants you entry to the York Dungeon – one of the city's most popular attractions. Inside, you'll find several exhibits focusing on the darkest historical events of York's past. The immersive experience is enhanced by actors portraying renowned historical figures, immersive sets and special effects. Highlights include the chance to learn about the Viking invasion, the Guy Fawkes Gunpowder Plot and infamous highwaymen like Dick Turpin.
On this tour, you’ll embark on a sightseeing cruise along the River Ouse. The route will take you past some of York’s landmarks and an onboard guide will provide commentary on the river and the city’s history. You’ll be able to choose between a seat in the enclosed saloon or upper deck and there is a bar onboard from which you can buy refreshments.
This forty-five minute to one hour cruise along the River Ouse will give you the opportunity to see York from the water. You'll get to see Lendal Bridge, King's Staith and the city's famous landmarks from the water.
You'll hear remarkable facts and unique stories about the city's history and previous flooding from a local guide.
On this guided walking tour, you'll explore the historical city of York with Mad Alice as you learn about the ghosts that stalk the city and the witches, murderers, kings and queens who have left their marks here.
You'll see one of Britain's largest Gothic cathedrals, learn about the Roman origins of the city and see how the Vikings and William the Conqueror changed the city. You'll wander down a picturesque medieval street as you hear about one of York's saints who lived here.
With this pass, you'll have the opportunity to enjoy 24 hours of unlimited bus rides around the city of York. Your pass will grant you hop-on, hop-off access along the route, so you can get off and explore the sights in the order and pace that you choose. From the bus's open-top upper deck, you'll be able to take in views of some of York's major highlights including Clifford's Tower, Monk Bar, Exhibition Square, Stonebow House, the York Museum Gardens and more. You'll also have a chance to listen to onboard audio commentary about the city's history and landmarks.
During this experience you’ll take a tasting tour of the Chocolate Manufactory in York. Along the way you’ll learn all about the chocolate making process, from cocoa beans to chocolate bars, cakes and truffles. You’ll also discover the origins and history of chocolate making in York and take part in a tasting of several chocolate products with the local cocoa connoisseur.
This one-hour canal cruise will take you on a whistle-stop tour of Skipton with the award-winning comedian Dave Spikey, best known to audiences for his roles in 'Phoenix Nights', 'Bullseye' and '8 out of 10 Cats'.
As you sail down the Leeds and Liverpool Canal, Spikey will share anecdotes and fascinating stories relating to the region. You'll discover how important the canal was for Yorkshire throughout the Industrial Revolution. Food and drinks will be available for purchase onboard, and you'll be able to soak up views of the rolling Yorkshire Dales as you go.
On this walking tour of York, you'll find out what makes this medieval city so unique. You'll be led by a knowledgeable local guide who will walk you through 2,000 years of the city's heritage. You'll see the medieval city walls and gateways, the ancient Shambles, Lantern Towers, the Roman Multangular Tower, York Minster, the shrine of St Margaret Clitherow and more. Throughout the tour, your guide will share insight into the history, myths, architecture and people that made York what it is today.
This hop-on, hop-off bus pass will take you to some of York's most popular sights. During the tour, you have the chance to hop off at any bus stop and reboard to continue your experience. Along the way, you'll see the 14th-century Fishergate Bar and Clifford's Tower, a ruined medieval Norman castle built by William the Conqueror in the 11th century. You may choose to hop off Stop 13 to explore South Bank by River Ouse. Here, you can stroll around Rowntree Park nearby and see the memorial site for confectionery factory workers who died in the First World War. At Bus Stop 20, you'll find York Museum Gardens, where you'll be able to enjoy a pleasant picnic. Nearby, you'll discover the ruins of the medieval St Mary's Abbey Church, dating to the mid-11th century.
