The Ghost Bus Tours
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“ Whether it is the facts about where you are, the constant detours a la TfL, the plethora of corny jokes or the brilliant acting by Margaret, this tour comes to life. ” in 2 reviews
“ there were some great fun facts and the guide and the actor had everyone laughing pretty much the whole time . ” in 2 reviews
“ The bus takes you around all of the main sights in London that included death and horror stories, very interesting indeed! ” in 2 reviews
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8 Northumberland Avenue
London WC2N 5BY
United Kingdom
Westminster
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The Ghost Bus Tours is a theatrical sightseeing tour onboard a classic 1960s Routemaster bus, showing you the darker side of London while providing a piece of comedy horror theatre like no other. From the Houses of Parliament and Westminster Abbey over to St. Paul's Cathedral and the Tower of London, see the city's sites of murder, torture and execution, and learn about the ghosts of London and the grisly skeletons in the capital's cupboards. The perfect way to experience the city, our ghostly tours are designed to entertain and educate while providing a spooky theatrical experience you'll never forget! …
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I would not recommend this tour. The best thing about it was the audio track they play while the bus is parked. It is not interesting or scary and not in the slightest bit entertaining. Save your money and don't waste it away on this tourist trap like I did.
myself and others wanted to take the ghost bus tour. It should have been easy and convenient since boarding was in front of my hotel. However their website was not allowing booking and the driver did not have anything to accept credit card payments. When I had asked the driver about availability of 7:30 about 25 minutes before then he did not say anything about that and just said to show up at 730
Don't fall for the tourist trap! For our first trip to London from the States, we were excited to explore the city with our son. The ghost bus itself was great, but the acting was outright terrible. The gentleman actor shared it was his first night on the job, as he held out his hat for tips. His training was far from what I would call 'highly professional' as he dragged on his stories with multiple repeated statements, "ladies and gentlemen" and a prolonged death scene. I feel that we wasted an hour and a half of our limited time in the city doing the tour. We read other reviews (after the fact) and were surprised to see so many positive ones. The experience was very disappointing, and we hope that others do not have to suffer spending their time and resources.
Super cheesy, but hella fun. The tour departs from the Grand Hotel which is in the center of London. It's a gorgeous building and there's a tour guide standing in front to make sure you know where to go and you're in the right place. The bus is well, cheesy, but fun. It's an old "hertz" or funeral car as they say in London, and it's a double decker (which is helpful if the people on the top or the bottom are too chatty and you can't hear your tour guide). The tour takes tour through all of the prime locations in London which is AMaZING!!! You get to learn so much history and see beautiful sites. Beware, it's cheesy. I won't ruin the surprise but you've been warned, it's cheesy but fun.
I LOVED every minute of the interactive tour! I'm all about ghost stories and creepy history and this tour delivered. Guide was hilarious and spot on. So sorry I cannot remember his name to give him credit where due. If on the fence DO IT.
Absolutely great tour. Like a scary comedy show. Real history and legends. A full hour and a half of fun. Well worth the price.
This is the perfect way to see London. You have the history, the sightseeing, the views all while being incredibly entertained. I am so glad I found this while looking at bus tours. Highly recommend!
Not ghostly at all. In fact, very disappointing. I was hoping for "real" stories of ghosts, haunting, murders, death, mayhem...got none of that on this tour. It was a silly acting escapade that imparted nothing of value. Sorry to be blunt...do not waste your time.
As long as you are not expecting some Shakespearean experience and that it is all a bit naff, then you will have a brilliant time. I went with 2 friends from work and we had an absolute hooley on the tour. The actress was funny and freaky, the bus conductor/narrator was really funny, had a sharp sense of humour and you genuinely felt that he loves his job. We were giggling with the stupidity of it, the quirky little effects, the one liners that had us laughing out loud. There are loads of interesting historic facts along the way too. I can't recommend this enough. I was with a Canadian and a Lithuanian who have very different humour to me and they loved it too. Clean fun!
Amazing tour to see the creepy side of Edinburgh. Driver's great and creepy. And tour guide's hilarious. The bus has a very creepy demeanour and you get to go to a haunted graveyard. It's also very interactive!
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Absolutely brilliant tour
Absolutely brilliant tour. I took my daughter 7, who loves ghosts. Dispite getting a bit upset "Tommy Terror" was amazing with her. Once we finished the tour she couldn't stop talking about it. Definitely recommend the Edinburgh tour ❤️
Date of experience : January 10, 2024
My partner and I
My partner and I, fresh from an extended stay in Avernus, were looking for an opportunity to parake in some local flavor. Mr. Blood, tourguide for the dead, came highly recommended by our infernal friends. Six out of six stars, for their six times touring, they said. Of course we had to give him a chance. Our steed for this journey was very clearly a glamoured Nightmare, painted appropriately black with lovely purple mood lighting. We found our loyal steed comfortable and the ambiance delightfully necromantic, complementing the ghostly journey well. Mr. Blood himself was eccentric, enthusiastic, and energetic, providing interesting facts without overwhelming new initiates to the arts. The tour through the city and the walk through the shambles were all quite lovely, with Mr. Blood keeping away the more malevolent spirits... ghasts, wraiths, and drunk football fans... while we explored. He identified a ton of haunted pubs, inns, and locations we intend to revisit (to our own peril, perhaps) and provided much needed humor while we all suffered through the infernal Aich Ee Double Hockeysticks that is York traffic on a Saturday evening. From two infernal creatures to others, we strongly recommend you book a tasting of the supernatural with Mr. Blood.
Date of experience : October 28, 2023
The dick Turpin tour company - highway robbers…
Cedric Browne I assume is a fictional name of the tour guide presenting the tour from hell. More dick Turpin than bram stoker - robbery completely. Driven around london backwards straining to hear Cedric spew garbage on a bad quality audio - pointing out all the things I couldn’t see. A grotesque experience. The positive reviews are interesting- people all have 1 or 2 reviews - really?
Date of experience : October 28, 2021
Spooooky!!!!!
On the tour in Edinburgh last night 26/08. One of the highlights of our weekend, informative and so entertaining. Loved our conductor Spooky Samuel and Angus the driver. Do this tour if you can, we all loved it! Hilarious!
Date of experience : August 26, 2023
Ghost bus tour York
We did this ghost tour last night in York. We met our fantastic conductor ‘Norman Yates’, he was really funny and made the experience great. The tour was a brilliant way to see the city, with twists and turns on the way! You got to hear the background of York from ghost stories to horrible history. I think it’s a good idea to go on the bus when it’s going dark outside to get the full effect.
Date of experience : August 17, 2023
Fantastic tour guys !
We both came from Lisbon and decided not to take the standard bus tour around Edinburgh.. the best choice ever ! Such a fantastic welcoming and tour ! Will suggest easily to anyone who comes to visit Edinburgh. Well spent £18pp.
Date of experience : September 03, 2022
Great way of viewing the city of York
Great way of viewing the city of York, entertainment all the way through, suitable for all ages. We had to leave just before the last attraction due to a medical situation and I cannot thank the tour guide enough for how understanding, helpful and kind he was! I’d happily do this again if back in the area.
Date of experience : October 27, 2019
Tour cancelled due to covid pandemic
Tour cancelled due to covid pandemic. Requested a refund on 2x tickets. Request was rejected. T&C'S on own website clearly states if the tour is cancelled a refund would be given. Not impressed at all with this company. Beware
Date of experience : April 30, 2020
Absolutely fantastic
Absolutely fantastic, Earl E Grave and Bob were fantastic. Loved the stories and theatrical nature of the tour. Me and my partner went on the tour in York which is well worth it given the haunted nature of the city.
Date of experience : October 03, 2019
Amazing birthday treat in York!!
Amazing birthday treat on Sunday 11th November in York!! Well presented and such a giggle....definitely be returning to see Robyn Graves and Bob the driver. Thank you for the entertaining night guys
Date of experience : November 14, 2019
Good balance of fun and info!
Thoroughly enjoyed our tour of York! A good balance of fun, comedy and information… Kieran was a great guide, very theatrical and entertaining. Looking forward to giving the London one a go at some point!
Date of experience : November 27, 2021
York Tour with Bobby and Robin
Had an amazing experience with Bobby and Robin around York yesterday. We was sat in our hotel and seen the bus parked up and then decided to book on, so glad we did.
Date of experience : August 05, 2022
London....Oh Dear.
This is the second Ghost bus tour we have done...the first being in York. Had high hopes because York was so good. ..sadly this one did not live up to expectations. £50 for two adults...on the bus which was half empty... Alastair Cringeworthy was the guide, and his performance was just that. Getting facts wrong...names wrong...Prince Andrew was not married to Queen Victoria... His commentary was ..weird. Feigning vomiting off the bus, then having haunted bowels? ...just not funny. Some of the comments were not appropriate for the young children on board...he just seemed out of his depth and his wailing and moaning for no reason whatsoever was cringey.... The bus is great. Oldy worldy with spooky feel......but even the driver seemed embarrassed to be there. I would not recommend this tour...sorry.
Date of experience : March 14, 2023
Very informative and good fun
Tommy Terror and his driver Angus took us around Edinburgh and told us all about its gruesome history, Tommy's enthusiasm and theatrics were very entertaining and I would recommend this tour to anybody visiting Edinburgh who has a taste for the macabre.
Date of experience : November 12, 2023
So brilliant 10/10
So brilliant. Hector and Angus are exceptional, fun, creepy, fun, fascinating and a great way to see the city 10/10
Date of experience : April 16, 2023
Lots of fun
Lots of fun, really helpful and nice staff on the bus in edinburgh last night. A good way of spending the evening
Date of experience : August 07, 2023
I don’t want to give you too many…
I don’t want to give you too many details as I would spoil the fun for future tours. However, this tour was worth every penny. Great fun, and loads of things seen. Staff was amazing and very respectful. I think we will be returning soon
Date of experience : October 21, 2021
This was a great experience
This was a great experience, very tounge in cheek, but if you went with having a laugh in mind you will not be disappointed, some very interesting facts along the way, we done the york one and the host was BRILLIANT, myself and wife couldn't stop laughing, will be doing the London one next
Date of experience : February 21, 2023
Absolutely fabulous from beginning to…
Absolutely fabulous from beginning to end! We loved it.
Date of experience : November 23, 2022
Absolutely brilliant experience
Absolutely brilliant experience Highly recommend this to anyone visiting York
Date of experience : March 02, 2023
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The Ghost Bus Tours Welcome dear mourner to the world's ONLY comedy-horror theatre show on wheels - Great Britain's must do, number one attraction. But beware, for the Necrobus approaches, unearthing terrible truths and sinister secrets as it makes its wicked way across London, Edinburgh and York.
26 reviews and 23 photos of The Ghost Bus Tours "This is absolute silliness! This big, black, double-decker tour bus does look a bit forbidding with its screaming skull on the side and destinations to 'Notting Hell' and "Earl's Corpse". The inside is outfitted with red velvet drapes and tiffany lamps at every window. The two-person seats are squishy and comfy and are set up to face each other ...
The Ghost Bus Tours is a comedy-horror theatre show on wheels, with elements of sightseeing. As advertised, the focus is the landmarks of Edinburgh city centre and there is a short stop in a historic cemetery. Our professionally trained actors weave the dark past of Edinburgh, bringing up both historical fact and folkloric fiction, we can only ...
The Ghost Bus Tours' classic Routemaster has been redesigned to give passengers London's first 'Fright Bus' service. On-board actors and technical trickery combine to create the spookiest comedy tour in town. A creepy conductor provides the commentary for this sinister sightseeing show, revealing haunted places, unmarked burial grounds ...
The Edinburgh Ghost Bus Tour is a theatrical sightseeing tour, taking you on a journey around the darker side of Edinburgh. Your creepy conductor shows you the sights on-board a classic 1960's Routemaster bus as you experience the travelling ghost tour of Edinburgh. Learn about witches, grave robbers, plague and of course the ghosts that reside ...
The Ghost Bus Tours, London, United Kingdom. 12,828 likes · 6 talking about this · 14,586 were here. All aboard the 'orrible omnibus for a ride around the dark side of London, Edinburgh & York. The Ghost Bus Tours
The York Ghost Bus Tours is a theatrical sightseeing tour onboard a classic 1960s Routemaster bus, taking you on a journey around the darker side of Europe's most haunted city. Learn about torture, murders, executions and of course the ghosts that reside within the medieval city walls. A comedy horror show you'll never forget, this is the ...
The Ghost Bus Tours - London. All aboard the 'orrible omnibus for a ride around the dark side of London. The Ghost Bus Tours' classic Routemaster has been redesigned to give passengers London's first 'Fright Bus' service. On-board actors and technical trickery combine to create the spookiest comedy tour in town.
Mar 6, 2024 - The Edinburgh Ghost Bus Tour is a theatrical sightseeing tour, taking you on a journey around the darker side of Edinburgh. Your creepy conductor shows you the sights on-board a classic 1960's Rout...
Sunday to Thursday: 7.30pm and 9pm. Friday: 6pm, 7.30pm and 9pm. Saturdays: 6pm, 7.30pm, 7.45pm, 9pm and 9.15pm. Last minute tickets may be available on board. Call to check for availability of other times. Inspiring 26 million people each year. Promoting London's best since 2011. Book easily via our trusted partners.
See all photos. Full view. 357. About. ... The Ghost Bus Tours' classic Routemaster has been redesigned to give passengers London's first 'Fright Bus' service. On-board actors and technical trickery combine to create the spookiest comedy tour in town. A creepy conductor provides the commentary for this sinister sightseeing show ...
These Ghost Bus Tour London tickets will put you in the company of two wickedly funny guides, who will spill secrets about London's supernatural happenings. Ride an elegantly refurbished double-decker pitch-black 1960s Routemaster bus through the city. This former funeral bus now hosts a bus tour unlike any other.
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The Ghost Bus Tours is a theatrical sightseeing tour onboard a classic 1960s Routemaster bus, showing you the darker side of London while providing a piece of comedy horror theatre like no other. From the Houses of Parliament and Westminster Abbey over to St. Paul's Cathedral and the Tower of London, see the city's sites of murder, torture and ...
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The Ghost Bus Tours' classic Routemaster has been redesigned to give passengers London's first 'Fright Bus' service. On-board actors and technical trickery combine to create the scariest tour in town.
The Edinburgh Ghost Bus Tour is a theatrical sightseeing tour, taking you on a journey around the darker side of Edinburgh. Your creepy conductor shows you the sights on-board a classic 1960's Routemaster bus as you experience the travelling ghost tour of Edinburgh. Learn about witches, grave robbers, plague and of course the ghosts that reside ...
The Ghost Bus Tour is: A city tour at night with a haunted theme. An all-ages activity. An automated tour with customized content that is GPS triggered. An immersive experience with video, special effects and custom lighting. A way to see some of the American Horror Story filming locations. A combination of history and story-telling.
WHEN: Tours leave nightly. Please check calendar for ghost bus tour times. WHERE: Tours depart from the Sisters Grimm Oddities Parlor which is located on the right hand side of the Menger Hotel on Blum Street/Alley (right across from Starbucks) 204 Alamos Plaza Suite #T San Antinio, TX 78204. PRICE: $50.00 Per Soul.
Join your terrifying conductor aboard a vintage Routemaster double-decker bus for an Edinburgh ghost tour with a difference. As you travel past eerie sights like Grassmarket, the Royal Mile, Greyfriars Kirk, and Edinburgh Castle, thrill to gory anecdotes from the city's chilling past. from. $26.99. per adult.