Is York Dungeon wheelchair friendly?

Yes, York Dungeon is wheelchair friendly and has accessible toilets. Some floor surfaces are uneven. Wheelchair users must be able to transfer into a stairlift to access the other levels. The attraction are unable to accommodate electric wheelchairs.

How long does it take to go around York dungeons?

It takes around 75 minutes but we'd recommend allowing for 90 minutes.

Is there a ride at York Dungeons?

There are no rides within The York Dungeon. They do have full-on 360-degree sets with gripping storytelling, 11 live shows with live actors as well as state-of-the-art theming and special effects.

Is York Dungeons for kids?

The Dungeon is not suitable for people of a nervous disposition or children under 8 years old. They do advise that entry is at the discretion of the parent/guardian. Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult 18 or older.

What to expect at York Dungeons?

You can expect to be fully immersed in York's Eerie History! From specially designed sets, special effects and gripping storytelling to meeting famous characters including Vikings, Isabella Billington and Guy Fawkes! There is so much to see and explore.

Is York Dungeon baby friendly?

No, there are no baby changing facilities.

Are all areas of the attraction accessible with a pushchair?

No, not all areas are pushchair friendly.

No, York Dungeon have stated they are not dog friendly.

Is there food and drink available to buy?

Yes there is dining and snack options.

Can visitors bring their own food?

No, guest are not allowed to bring their own food

Yes, there is parking. Nearest car park is Castle Car Park and St George's Car Park.

Does your attraction offer private hire, for parties or events?

Yes, York Dungeon has stated that you can hire privately for parties/events. You can book private group tours at the York Dungeons.

Do visitors need to pre-book time slots or tickets to get into the attraction?

Yes, York Dungeon had stated that you will need to pre-book.

Are there toilets available?

Yes, there are toilets available to the public.

Are there baby changing facilities available?

No, there are no baby changing facilities available

Are there accessible toilets?

Yes, there are accessible toilets available

York Dungeon

York, North Yorkshire

Ages 9+Tourist AttractionsIndoors

About York Dungeon

Raise your hand if you go wild for horrible history? Step into York’s fascinating past and journey through 2000 years of history with an immersive adventure at York Dungeon. 11 live shows and a whole cast of funny characters will bring some of the city’s darkest stories to life, but don’t worry - there’s a humorous twist to it all, so expect laughs, screams and tonnes of fun!

With thousands of guests embarking on morbid walking tours each year, The York Dungeon is a popular family destination. But BEWARE, the tours do have rude connotations so this attraction is more suited to older children & onwards.

The Dungeon Lates (18+)
This experience offers over 18s lots more scares, seriously saucy banter (beware jokes of a rude nature), theatres, storytelling and hair-raising surprises.
York Dungeon is situated in a grade 2 listed building!
You will get the chance to walk through history itself in this grade 2 listed building! How cool?
Meet infamous characters!
Are you ready to meet a real-life historical witch - Isabella Turlington? How about plague doctors and Vikings? Oh, and the infamous highwayman Dick Turpin!

Attraction Details

Opening Times

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Plan Your Visit

Typical visit time 2 - 3 hours

Suitable for Kids and Adults too

FAQs

Directions

York Dungeon

12 Clifford Street, York, North Yorkshire, YO1 9RD, England

Tel: 01904632599

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Buses

The public bus stop is at the front of the Dungeon.

The Dungeon is a short walk from York Railway Station and there is even a riverboat service at King’s Staith Landings, a couple of minutes away from The York Dungeon.

Travelling by train?

York Dungeons is a 20-minute walk from York Railway Station with links to Leeds, Harrogate and the East Coast.

Did you know that it only takes 2 hours by train from London to York?

York Dungeon

About York Dungeon

The Dungeon Lates (18+)

York Dungeon is situated in a grade 2 listed building!

Meet infamous characters!

Attraction Details

Opening Times

Facilities

Plan Your Visit

FAQs

Directions

York Dungeon Reviews

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