The 4 York History Tours to Book First

1.Shadows of York: Ghost Walk and Horrible History.

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,403 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $18Our pick

Review of York’s Shadows of York ghost walk, with dark history, guide tips, route details, value, weather advice, and booking guidance.

“Wonderful ghost walk around the most spooky bits of York! Bought this for our grown up kids and they really enjoyed their evening out!”

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2.Private Historical Walking Tour of York

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,324 reviews · 2 to 3 hours (approx.)

Explore York’s Minster, Shambles, abbey, and Clifford’s Tower on a private walking tour with a flexible, story-filled local guide.

“Very much enjoyed a walk through York with Sean. He is a good story-teller and I recommend this tour with him.”

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3.Witches and History Old Town Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 928 reviews · 1h 15m · from $22

Explore York’s witch trials, snickelways, Shambles, and Minster with a costumed guide on this lively 75-minute history walk.

“Really lovely tour let by cornelius who was very friendly and informative”

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4.York Witches and History Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 410 reviews · 1 hour 10 minutes to 1 hour 15 minutes (approx.) · from $23

Review of York’s witch-themed history walk, with medieval streets, lively guides, practical tips, value advice, and honest drawbacks.

“Excellent! Fun and very informative and educational! Loved it! Thanks a lot Willow for the amazing time! Xx”

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