The Underworld Tours Guided Crime Walk of York

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1 hour to 1 hour 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English

Take part in this true crime walking tour and uncover the grim realities of York’s criminal past. Along the way, you will learn about executions, arsonists, thieves, forgers, highwaymen, and murderers whose actions left a lasting mark on the city.

What's Included

Experienced Tour Guide
Toilet breaks

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
Constantine the Great

You can find the meeting point at the side of the Minster. Look for the green statue where you will find your tour guide.

End point
York Castle Museum

The tour will end at York Castle Museum. If you are unsure how to get back to the centre of the city, your tour guide will walk with you and help you find your way back.

Itinerary

Duration: 1 hour to 1 hour 30 minutes (approximately)
  • 1

    Stop Lund's Court and learn of the stories about Mad Alice Lane

    5 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Kings Square

    Discover what lead to the Victorian crime wave of York.

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 3

    Learn about York's first police force and the fate of a shoemaker.

    20 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 4

    Hear about the Journey of Elizabeth's skull in the Golden Fleece Pub.

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 5

    Learn of the Vikings laws that shaped part of today's legal system.

    5 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 6

    Discover the history of Dick Turpin's burial.

    5 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 7

    See the shrine of Saint Margaret Clitherow in the Shambles.

    5 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • York’s streets can be narrow and uneven, with cobbled surfaces. We will always take wheelchair users into consideration when planning our routes. If you use a manually operated wheelchair, we recommend bringing someone to assist you.
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Tags

Private and Luxury
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
Ghost Tours
Crime Tours
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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