York's Famous Ghosts Smartphone App walking tour in York
York, United Kingdom

York's Famous Ghosts Smartphone App walking tour

Outty Ranking 58 5.0 · 2 traveler reviews1 hoursFrom $10

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Is York's Famous Ghosts Smartphone App walking tour worth booking?

York's Famous Ghosts Smartphone App walking tour is a 1-hour experience in York, United Kingdom, from $10 per person. It scores 58 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look, based on a 5/5 rating across 2 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
58 / 100
Rating
5/5 (2)
Duration
1 hours
From
$10 per person

Explore York’s Dark side in our York Horrors and Haunts smartphone guided walking tour. You’ll be guided step by step to the sites where pure horror took place and hear the history and mayhem that occurred here. And you’

What you get

    About this experience

    Explore York’s Dark side in our York Horrors and Haunts smartphone guided walking tour. You’ll be guided step by step to the sites where pure horror took place and hear the history and mayhem that occurred here. And you’ll hear about a few ghosts that linger. Go at your own pace. Stop anytime. Go anytime-1pm or 1am. Professionally narrated and infused with sound effects and music to set the mood. Be guided step by step using location aware walking tour technology. This is a hands-free experience, so feel free to keep your phones in your pocket and your eyes wide open. Go anytime, 24/7. And listen again anytime. The tour never expires. It’s yours!

    What's included

    Included

    • go at your own pace. Go anytime. The tour never expires.
    • tour on our walking tour app.

    Not included

    • No food, drinks, entrance tickets or human guide. This is all outside and smartphone guided.

    What you'll see and do

    1. York Castle Museum

      The tour starts outside the York Castle Museum entrance. You'll hear about the ghosts that lurk here and the famous highways man that was held here. Then you'll be guided step by step through the city and hear the ghostly stories of York.

      Pass by without stopping

    2. Clifford's Tower

      The tour ends at Clifford's Tower where you'll hear of the tragedy that occurred there and why a specific type of flower is said to grow on it's hills.

      Pass by without stopping

    3. York

      the tour will follow the streets of York visiting the most haunted places and telling the stories of the history and spirits that lurk.

      30 minutes here

    4. Dick Turpin's grave

      Hear the story o the highwayman and how he hid and was caught here in York. You'll get a chance to see his grave and the legend of hist spirt.

      10 minutes here

    5. Walk down the historic narrow street and hear the stories of the ghosts that lurk it's grounds. This street is not to be missed.

      10 minutes here

    Where it starts and ends

    Meeting point

    York

    The tour starts outside the York Castle Museum entrance. You'll hear about the ghosts that lurk here and the famous highways man that was held here. Then you'll be guided step by step through the city and hear the ghostly stories of York.

    Hotel pickup

    No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.

    Ends at

    The tour ends at Clifford's Tower where you'll hear of the tragedy that occurred there and why a specific type of flower is said to grow on it's hills.

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
    Languages
    en
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Every day
    Group size
    Up to 15 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    WalknTours

    Know before you go

    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

    Photos

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    Good to know

    Duration
    1 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
    1
    Verdict
    Worth a Look

    Why this scores 58

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)86
    Review evidence (18% weight)14
    Booking momentum (14% weight)10
    Value for money (12% weight)66
    Listing quality (10% weight)83
    Local standing (8% weight)52
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    York's Famous Ghosts Smartphone App walking tour: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for York.

    How much does York's Famous Ghosts Smartphone App walking tour cost?

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    Prices start at $10 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 York's Famous Ghosts Smartphone App walking tour take?

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    Plan for about 1 hour 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 York's Famous Ghosts Smartphone App walking tour worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 58 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 2 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 York's Famous Ghosts Smartphone App walking tour?

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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 York's Famous Ghosts Smartphone App walking tour suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 1-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book York's Famous Ghosts Smartphone App walking tour?

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    Around 1 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-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does York's Famous Ghosts Smartphone App walking tour 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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