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The Ghost Trail of York

West Doors of York Minster | High Petergate York, YO1 2EH, England
00 44 1904 633276
Ranked #8 of 25 tours in York
4.5 of 5 stars 40 Reviews
Type: Tours
Owner description: The multi award winning entertaining family Minster ghost walk. Leaving 7:30pm (prompt)every night from the West Doors of York Minster (beneath the...... more » Owner description: The multi award winning entertaining family Minster ghost walk. Leaving 7:30pm (prompt)every night from the West Doors of York Minster (beneath the twin bell towers)- whatever the weather. Equity qualified. Est. 1994 « less
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Chepstow, United Kingdom
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8 reviews 8 reviews
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 April 2012
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decided to take the kids this time! and ended up enjoying it more the second time around(with a different one) as there is several to choose from.although this is a bit of fun you do get to walk the streets at night quite safe i may add.take what you want from the tour guide....as only a tip check the prices... More

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6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 March 2012
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This was good fun whilst on our visit to York! The guide was very funny... Expected it to be a little scarier however good value entertainment! More

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Chicago, Illinois
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 February 2012

We were hoping to hear stories of lore from York while walking in the places in which they took place. Perhaps our expectations were too high after going on the ghost tour we went on in Edinburgh. Just know what you're getting into here. It's a melodramatic theatrical performance by an actor that you watch. It has no aspect of... More

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Kenosha, Wisconsin
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32 reviews 32 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 February 2012
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The guide, a professional actor, was great. He was engaging with the storytelling and interacted with the group. Not frightening, but chilling stories to be heard best walking through the streets of York in the dark of night. More

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5 reviews 5 reviews
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 February 2012
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We did the tour on a very cold & icy night in York after waiting for a tour which was due to start at 7 but the guide never turned up, the ghost trail however prides itself on running whatever the weather & I'm glad we did it, despite it being our backup. The tour lasts just over an hour,... More

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Minneapolis, MN
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34 reviews 34 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
44 helpful votes 44 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 December 2011

I really wanted this to be great. It was entertaining and fun, but fell short of my expectations. This tour made me feel like I was on a walking tour led by Willy Wonka who says a lot but tells very little of any substance or interest. I'm glad we took this tour, but would rather pay more for a... More

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Gardner, KS
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11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 December 2011
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The tour consisted of many historical stories of places in York. It would be great for families and people who want to learn more about the spookier aspects of York. Despite the frigid breeze in December, we really enjoyed the tour and for 4GBP, you can't beat the cheap entertainment. More

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Newcastle-upon-Tyne, United Kingdom
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4 reviews 4 reviews
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8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 December 2011
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We were celebrating my birthday on our first trip to York and we will cherish and remember our enthusiatic guide who brought each location to life and was very clear in his diction. The walk started promptly at 7:30pm and was very entertaining. Well attended too. Recommended. More

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Manchester, United Kingdom
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14 reviews 14 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 December 2011

Cold night and the ost talker set the scene by dressing up in old Victorian cloak and top hat, he even had a cane!! Our group was about 25 or so people and I was thinking already that this would be very good!! Oh, it was just as Dissapointing as trying to seeing England lose the Europa league last year!!... More

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Lancaster, United Kingdom
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8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 December 2011
8
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It was a very crisp stary night and we were pleased that many more hardy souls joined us for a scary and fun story walk. The natural guide made us very welcome and by the finsh we were thrilled and entertained in good measure. We especially loved the black cats and the sound effects! More

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