The York Dungeon

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  • Address: 12 Clifford St, York, North Yorkshire YO1 9RD, United Kingdom
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  • Timings: 10:30 am - 04:30 pm Details
  • Phone: +44-1904632599
  • Ticket Price: 15 GBP
  • Time Required: 02:00 Hrs
  • Tags: Entertainment, Stage Show
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Move over snooty English museums, it’s time for some gruesome tales from the past!

England has had more than its fair share of gore and horror in the pages of its history.The York Dungeon recreates the dungeons of yore with full theatre cast, special effects and exhibitions that engage and entice all your senses. The Dungeon had been severely damaged by floods from the River Ouse. After a complete facelift, it reopened in 2013 to continue showcasing the darker side of York’s history.

Visitors can take basic tours around the Dungeon and spend hours enjoying the macabre underbelly on display. If you are lucky you might even be chosen to be burned at the stake as part of the witch trial…okay, that won’t exactly be lucky.

With its 12 shows and engaging actors, the Dungeon continues to redefine itself with new attractions every year. 

  • Uncover dungeons of York as you are led by a talking head into the vaults of trials and punishment. Brilliant optical illusions!
  • Lost Roman Legion – many have died in the underground labyrinth of York Minster. Can you find your way out?
  • The Gunpowder Plot – York is where it all began. In the city of his birth, Guy Fawkes recounts moments of conspiracy and threats and what happened that eventful night in 1605.
  • The Plague – the 16th century plague resurfaces. And now you can witness the effects it had on England in graphic detail.
  • Ghost of York – Before you know it, you are transported to the Shambles Street and are being told an eerie tale of the two Williams by an equally spooky landlord. 

This is a gem of an archive on the modes of torture and punishment in Old England.

The York Dungeon Travel Tips

  • Disabled friendly premises and restroom.
  • Avoid long queues by arriving early in the day and making use of on-going offers. 

Entrance Ticket Details For The York Dungeon

  • By booking online, you can get discounts up to 40%. Look for ‘Online Saver Ticket’.
  • Concessions are available on tickets for children and family groups.

The York Dungeon Hours

  • Visit early in the day to avoid long queues.
  • The Dungeon closing times are different for different months.

How to Reach The York Dungeon

  • Bus: Clifford Street (TD) – 4, 37
  • Clifford Street (TC) – 7

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  • The York Dungeon Address: 12 Clifford St, York, North Yorkshire YO1 9RD, United Kingdom
  • The York Dungeon Contact Number: +44-1904632599
  • The York Dungeon Timing: 10:30 am - 04:30 pm
  • The York Dungeon Price: 15 GBP
  • Best time to visit The York Dungeon(preferred time): 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • Time required to visit The York Dungeon: 02:00 Hrs
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  • 29.17% of people who visit York include The York Dungeon in their plan

  • 58.57% of people start their The York Dungeon visit around 11 AM - 12 PM

  • People usually take around 2 Hrs to see The York Dungeon

Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday

69.77% of people prefer walking in order to reach The York Dungeon

People normally club together The Shambles and Fairfax House while planning their visit to The York Dungeon.

* The facts given above are based on traveler data on TripHobo and might vary from the actual figures

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