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Ghosts, pubs & your footsteps!
York’s Haunted Pubs: A Self-Guided Walking Tour
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At a glance
- Duration
- 45 min–1h 15min
- Price from
- $12 / person
- Location
- York, United Kingdom
- Rating
- 5.0 / 5 · 2 reviews
- Languages
- EN, EN
- Group
- Private
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- VoiceMap Audio Tours
- Meeting point
- This tour starts in front of Bootham Bar. Before arrival, please install the mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading.
Description
York is Europe’s most haunted city. Its over 2,000 years of turbulent history has created the perfect environment for lingering spirits. On this self-guided walking tour, you’ll visit the city’s most haunted public houses, each one teeming with tales of ghostly figures and unexplained phenomena. The tour starts at Bootham Bar, one of York’s ancient gateways to the city. You’ll weave through medieval streets to visit historic pubs like the Hole in the Wall, where a prison hatch once allowed patrons to pass drinks to unfortunate inmates, and the Guy Fawkes Inn, named after one of Britain’s most notorious would-be assassins. Along the way, you’ll find out how the city’s pubs have been the setting for tragic deaths, sinister plots, and unexplained hauntings that continue to this day. You’ll hear about the Mad Maid who still cleans the Dean Court Hotel, the ghostly Roman soldier in the Hole in the Wall’s cellar, and the bride who appears only to those suffering from recent heartbreak.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Next available
- Tue, Oct 13
- Adult (ages 6+)
- $12
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 12.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Bootham Bar
You’ll pass by Bootham Bar, a historic stone gateway that once formed part of York’s medieval city defenses.
You’ll pass by the Hole in the Wall, a traditional York pub known for its historic setting and classic atmosphere. Please note that entry to the pub and any purchases made there are not included in this tour.
You’ll pass by Dean Court in York, a notable historic hotel overlooking York Minster. Please note that entry to the hotel and any costs related to visiting or dining there are not included in this tour.
York Minster
You’ll see York Minster, one of the largest and most magnificent Gothic cathedrals in Northern Europe. Please note that entry to the Minster is not included in this tour.
You’ll pass by the Guy Fawkes Inn, a historic pub and hotel said to stand on the birthplace of Guy Fawkes. Please note that entry to the inn and any purchases made there are not included in this tour.
Snickleway Inn
You’ll pass by the Snickleway Inn, a historic pub in York reputed to be one of the city’s most haunted. Please note that entry to the inn and any purchases made there are not included in this tour.
You’ll pass by the Golden Fleece, a historic pub in York famous for its ghost stories and traditional interior. Please note that entry to the pub and any purchases made there are not included in this tour.
The Black Swan
You’ll pass by the Black Swan, a historic pub in York known for its timber-framed exterior and traditional charm. Please note that entry to the pub and any purchases made there are not included in this tour.
What's included
Included
Lifetime access to this tour in English before your booking date and after it
Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
App for Android and iOS
Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour
Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start
Not included
Smartphone and headphones
Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour
Food and drink
Transportation
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
5.0
2 reviews
How it compares in York
- Starting price $12 is 51% below the typical $24 for tours of similar length in York
Excurgo comparison of 186 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does York’s Haunted Pubs: A Self-Guided Walking Tour take?
York’s Haunted Pubs: A Self-Guided Walking Tour lasts about 45 min–1h 15min. The itinerary has 8 stops.
How much does York’s Haunted Pubs: A Self-Guided Walking Tour cost?
Prices start at $12 per person for this York experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does York’s Haunted Pubs: A Self-Guided Walking Tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day.
Can I cancel York’s Haunted Pubs: A Self-Guided Walking Tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is This tour starts in front of Bootham Bar. Before arrival, please install the mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is York’s Haunted Pubs: A Self-Guided Walking Tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN, EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is York’s Haunted Pubs: A Self-Guided Walking Tour worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 2 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by VoiceMap Audio Tours.
Reviews(2)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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Flexible, nice route, informative
Chose this for my bfs birthday in York. App was very easy to use, we enjoyed the route and the flexibility to have a drink in the pubs that interested us. Would recommend for low touch tour with total flexibility and avoiding the tourist crowds
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