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Mad Alice’s The Bloody Tour of York -Best Tour Award Europe

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Overview

The Bloody Tour of York is the multi award winning* tour of the City and has recently won the Arival Best Sightseeing Tour in Europe Award 2024.
Join your guide Mad Alice or Lady Peckett as you wander down the medieval streets hearing the gruesome history the city has to offer. Ghosts, Witches, murderers, Kings and Queens have all left their bloody footprints.
An entertaining, educational and a fascinating look at Britain's best loved city, Mad Alice promises a night to "Remember, remember..."
Suitable for all ages.

What's Included

  • Guided Walking Tour

    Meeting Location

    Meeting point

    College Street
    York YO1, UK

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    Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

    End point

    Tower St
    York YO1 9SA, UK

    Close to Clifford’s Tower or Jorvik Viking Centre

    What To Expect

    York Minster (Pass By)

    See the splendour of one of Britain's largest Gothic Cathedrals.
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    Stonegate (Pass By)

    A vibrant street with Snickleways to visit
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    The Roman Column (Pass By)

    Discover the origins of the city beginning with the Romans
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    Shambles (Pass By)

    One of the city's prettiest street. Travel back in time down this meandering Medieval street, originally the home of the butchers and once home to one of York's Saints, Margaret Clitherow
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    Jorvik Viking Centre (Pass By)

    Arriving in AD 866, the Vikings left their mark on the city.
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    Clifford's Tower (Pass By)

    Once a grand Castle built by William the Conqueror, now little remains apart from the motte and bailey, it was once the site of a terrible tragedy
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    Additional Info

    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Mad Alice’s The Bloody Tour of York -Best Tour Award Europe?

    A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (BST).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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    Activity code: C-121252P1

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    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Mad Alice’s The Bloody Tour of York -Best Tour Award Europe?
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    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
    • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
    • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
    • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
    • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (BST).
    • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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    The following is included:
    • Guided Walking Tour.
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    This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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    The minimum age to participate is 5. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

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    Accessibility information for the Mad Alice’s The Bloody Tour of York -Best Tour Award Europe is as follows:

    • Wheelchair accessible
    • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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    Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Mad Alice’s The Bloody Tour of York -Best Tour Award Europe will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

     

     

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    • Wheelchair accessible
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    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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