Please note this attraction will be closed from 24th to 26th December

Get ready for a thrilling time as you journey through York’s dreaded past! The York Dungeon is a journey through 2000 years of York’s darkest history, bringing together iconic characters, immersive sets and thrilling special-effects in a unique and exciting actor led experience that you see, hear, feel and smell. Your tour will last around 70 minutes.

The York Dungeon brings together an amazing cast of theatrical actors, special effects, stages and scenes.

It is a highly sensory experience with dark spaces, jump scares, loud noises, flashing/strobe lights, pungent smells, water sprays, air blasts and jump scares. Our guests also have the opportunity through random selection to become part of the show.

We love it. We know you will too. Here’s why:

– 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 York Castle Dungeon: the scariest show in Dungeon history!

– Laugh and scream as you experience surprises walking through the depths of the Dungeon

Find out the real story of York!