History and Hauntings Self Guided Walking Tour in York with App
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Is History and Hauntings Self Guided Walking Tour in York with App worth booking?
History and Hauntings Self Guided Walking Tour in York with App is a 1.5-hour experience in York, United Kingdom, from $9 per person. It scores 63 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.4/5 rating across 29 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 63 / 100
- Rating
- 4.4/5 (29)
- Duration
- 1.5 hours
- From
- $9 per person
Most visitors choose between a highlights walk, a wall walk, or a ghost tour. This self-guided tour gives you the best of all three in a single route — from Roman ruins and Viking history to chilling tales told at the ri
What you get
About this experience
Most visitors choose between a highlights walk, a wall walk, or a ghost tour. This self-guided tour gives you the best of all three in a single route — from Roman ruins and Viking history to chilling tales told at the right moments, in the right places. With your phone as your guide, you'll walk atop the ancient city walls, squeeze through snickelways, and hear why the Golden Fleece pub claims over fifteen resident ghosts. This tour is ideal for those who are in York for a day and want to get a taste of everything that York has to offer while having the freedom to linger and dive deeper into the sites that capture their interest. Pause for a pint, duck into the Shambles for photos, or linger inside York Minster — then pick up right where you left off. No group to keep up with, no fixed start time. Available in 9 languages with offline access. Over 20,000 travellers have used our self-guided tours. If it's not for you, it comes with a full refund guarantee.
What's included
Included
- 100% Satisfaction Guarantee: If you don’t love the tour, write to us for a full refund.
- 1-year access on iOS & Android app. Listen to the tour anytime, as many times as you like
- Audio and written guide for 19 locations
- Offline access to the tour (no internet connection needed) once tour is downloaded
- Check or search your inbox for an email from “Tourific” with tour access instructions.
- Images to identify stops and in app interactive map for navigation
Not included
- Any physical devices or headphones
- Human tour guide at location
- Entrance fees
What you'll see and do
St. Mary's Abbey
Walk among ruins of a church, destroyed not by war but by a king's grudge
10 minutes here
Multangular Tower
Spot the line in the stonework where Roman hands stopped and medieval builders picked up
5 minutes here
King's Manor
Trace how an abbot's luxury residence survived the very purge that destroyed the abbey next door
Pass by without stopping
Bootham Bar
Discover the medieval gates of York, known as "bars," and pass beneath the gate that once faced Scotland
5 minutes here
Robin Hood Tower
Hear why wealthy Georgians fought to keep York's crumbling walls private — and how the public won.
5 minutes here
Monk Bar
Discover how this historic bar also served as a home and a site for public proclamations.
5 minutes here
Treasurer's House
Hear about the famous sightings of spectral Roman soldiers and other hauntings within this storied mansion.
Pass by without stopping
Statue of Constantine the Great
Discover the modern sculpture of Constantine, commemorating his proclamation as Emperor in York in AD 306 and his legalization of Christianity.
5 minutes here
York Minster
Marvel at York Minster, a towering masterpiece of Gothic and medieval architecture, reflecting centuries of craftsmanship and spiritual significance. Discover its stunning exterior and pause the tour if you wish to enter.
Pass by without stopping
Stonegate
Follow the ancient Roman road buried beneath this shopping street, once rutted by ox-carts hauling Minster stone.
10 minutes here
Piece together the tale of Mad Alice on the snickelway that once bore her name
5 minutes here
Explore Shambles, a beautifully preserved medieval street known for its narrow lanes, timber-framed buildings, and rich history as York's primary butcher area. Explore unique shops, enjoy the charming atmosphere, and discover historical sites like the shrine of St. Margaret Clitherow.
10 minutes here
Pause at York's most haunted pub, where over fifteen spirits reportedly refuse to leave — including a one-eyed regular.
Pass by without stopping
Pause at the headquarters of York's medieval investors
Pass by without stopping
See where archaeologists unearthed a Viking city preserved beneath modern streets, complete with silk from the Far East.
Pass by without stopping
York Castle Museum
Count the hangings that took place on this site before it traded justice for curiosities
Pass by without stopping
Clifford's Tower
End at the mound where a hundred and fifty people sought refuge — and never came back down.
Pass by without stopping
St. Michael le Belfrey Church
Pause at the church where Guy Fawkes was baptised — and find out why his old school still refuses to burn his effigy.
Pass by without stopping
Whip-Ma-Whop-Ma-Gate
Stand on the world's shortest street with the longest name, and consider why no one can agree what it means
5 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
York
This is a self guided audio tour on the "Tourific self-guided tours" app. To start the tour, check your email for instructions from Tourific or your booking platform. Can’t find it? Search “Tourific” in your email (and spam folder).
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
The end point is at Clifford's Tower which is the last stop on the tour
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- de, ru, pt, en, it, pl, fr, nl, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Tourific
Know before you go
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- 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.
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Good to know
- Duration
- 1.5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 10
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 63
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
History and Hauntings Self Guided Walking Tour in York with App: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for York.
How much does History and Hauntings Self Guided Walking Tour in York with App cost?
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Prices start at $9 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in York usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does History and Hauntings Self Guided Walking Tour in York with App take?
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Plan for about 1.5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in York is not rushed.
Is History and Hauntings Self Guided Walking Tour in York with App worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 63 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.4/5 across 29 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in York, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule History and Hauntings Self Guided Walking Tour in York with App?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is History and Hauntings Self Guided Walking Tour in York with App suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 1.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book History and Hauntings Self Guided Walking Tour in York with App?
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Around 10 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in York can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in York and add a light layer if any part of the 1.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does History and Hauntings Self Guided Walking Tour in York with App start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central York within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in York?
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On Outty we rank every York experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Mad Alice’s The Bloody Tour of York -Best Tour Award Europe, The Deathly Dark Tour of York, Shadows of York: Ghost Walk and Horrible History.. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit York?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in York?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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