The York Dungeon

The York Dungeon is a live, interactive theatrical tour through York's dark history, featuring ten actor-led shows, special effects, jump scares and encounters with characters such as Vikings and Guy Fawkes. The experience is highly sensory, with dark spaces, loud noises, flashing lights and smells, and some audience members may be chosen to take part. The tour takes about 75 minutes and is recommended for children aged 8 and over, though entry is at a parent's discretion. Assistance dogs are welcome, and a manual wheelchair can be borrowed, though electric wheelchairs and mobility scooters cannot be accommodated. Located in York, North Yorkshire, close to York station (0.5 miles away), it makes an easy stop if you're staying nearby, with 165 bookable places to stay within 5 miles on BritStays.