The York Dungeon

Name: The York Dungeon
Start: 2026-10-18T10:00:00+0100
End: 2026-10-18T16:50:00+0100
Location: The York Dungeon

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The York Dungeon is a uniquely thrilling attraction that will take you back to the city's darkest history. See, hear, smell and feel York's stories come to life before your eyes as frighteningly funny characters transport you through time. Surprises await you in 75 minutes of edgy entertainment and 10 live shows. Fear the Vikings as they invade York; discover Guy Fawkes' Gunpowder Plot; face the torturer and his intimidating instruments, and survive an encounter with the most deadly of Highwaymen, Dick Turpin.

The York Dungeon brings together an amazing cast of historic characters, immersive sets and surprising special-effects. We love it! And we know you will too.

Walkthrough 10 live actor shows, telling the story of 2000 years of York's dark history
Enjoy specially designed sets, special effects and gripping storytelling from our professional cast
Meet famous characters from York's dark past including Vikings, Isabella Billington and Guy Fawkes!
Survive the witch in the York Castle Dungeon: the scariest show in Dungeon history!
Laugh and scream as you experience surprises walking through the depths of the Dungeon

Entry to the Dungeon
A walkthrough 10 live actor shows, telling the story of 2000 years of York's dark history

Food and drink
Pick-up & drop-off

We are committed to inclusivity and accessibility and want to ensure all guests who cross our threshold have the best experience possible.
During your visit to The York Dungeon, should you wish to enter The York Dungeon but later feel that you need to leave, please just speak to a member of staff or an Actor and they will assist – you are welcome to take some time backstage and re-join the tour when you are ready, or you are able to leave should you wish to do so, and the Duty Manager will be called to facilitate your exit.
Wheelchair & Mobility Access: Due to historic building constraints, electric wheelchairs and mobility scooters are not permitted. However, manual wheelchairs are available to borrow, stairlifts assist between levels, and one wheelchair user is accommodated per hour (advance booking required).
Audience Participation Opt-Out: Guests who prefer not to be selected during interactive shows can request a yellow sticker from the Admissions team to wear visibly.
Special Effects & Lighting Guidance: The tour includes dark spaces, loud noises, air blasts, and flashing/lightning effects (under 3 Hz). Guests with photosensitive epilepsy or other sensitivities can notify staff to bypass specific areas like The Curse of The Witch.
Pregnant guests are welcome for the full 75-minute walking tour, which features dark spaces, loud noises, and non-contact jump scares, though safety adjustments (non-dropping floors/benches) are made for two specific shows and standing is required for most of the experience.
Recommended for ages 8 and up (strictly no under-5s; under-16s need an adult 18+), entry is at parental discretion for this dark, noisy, interactive theatrical experience, with options to exit anytime if a child feels overwhelmed (tickets non-refundable).

This experience/attraction has a non-cancellable / non-changeable cancellation policy: Once booked, the ticket cannot be cancelled or modified.

On Foot: Located in York City Centre within the ancient city walls; follow directional signs for The York Dungeon or the Grand Opera House.

By Rail: A 20-minute walk from York Railway Station, which connects directly to major routes including Leeds, Harrogate, and London King's Cross (approx. 2 hours from London).

Park & Ride: Utilise one of York's 6 Park & Ride sites around the city border, featuring free parking and frequent bus service (every 12 minutes).

By Car & Parking: Nearby paid car parks include St George's Car Park (YO1 9WJ), Castle Car Park (YO1 9SA), and Q-Park Shambles on Garden Place.

By Coach: Dedicated drop-off and coach parking available at St George's Car Park (YO1 9WJ) and Union Terrace Coach Park (YO31 7EL).