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Popular places to visit

York Minster
The city’s emblem is known for its superb stained-glass windows, underground treasure chambers and tall tower with spectacular views.

Shambles
This picturesque cobblestone street has a fascinating medieval history and crooked buildings that appear to almost fall into one another.

Jorvik Viking Centre
Imagine yourself as a Viking in this museum that allows you to dig up Norse artifacts and witness reenactments, while you learn about York’s Scandinavian settlers.

York City Walls
See some of York’s most impressive sights on a walk around the historic perimeter wall that has its origins in the Roman era.

York Christmas Market
During your visit to York, you can search for that perfect souvenir at York Christmas Market. Discover the area's fascinating museums, or seek out its local tours.

York Dungeon
Laugh, squirm and recoil at the ghastly torture methods and grisly crimes recreated in this prison-like museum where you can immerse yourself in macabre practices and living conditions of the Middle Ages.
Things to do

City Sightseeing York Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

York: Witches and History Old Town Walking Tour

Self Guided Walking Tour of York with Audio Guide

Nth York Moors National Park & Whitby Small Group Day Trip.
City Centre Hotel Deals

Hampton by Hilton York Piccadilly
Room was clean ans good quality breakfast. Close to town centre
Reviewed on Mar 29, 2026

Moxy York
Good central location for shopping, bars. Modern stylish hotel, big room and bathroom. Staff very friendly and welcoming. Would definitely stay here again.
Reviewed on Mar 27, 2026

Hotel Indigo York by IHG
Just back from a 2 night stay. The standard room looks like its getting ready for a bit of a freshen up the bathroom door frame looked well worn. However room was nice bed very comfy, couldnt fault any of the staff we met, breakfast was lovely i only had continental but lovely everything i had. Hotel ...
Reviewed on Mar 29, 2026

Hilton York
Clean room. Comfortable bed. Didn't use WiFi, Bar or Breakfast facilities.
Reviewed on Mar 28, 2026

Dean Court Hotel
Not great
Reviewed on Mar 29, 2026

Impossible Motel
Right in the centre of York, plenty of shops etc nearby.
Reviewed on Mar 23, 2026
Other neighborhoods around City Centre

Bishophill
While visiting Bishophill, you might make a stop by sights like Micklegate Bar and Yorvik Brass Rubbing Centre.

Bootham
While visiting Bootham, you might make a stop by sights like York Theatre Royal and St. Mary's Abbey.

Foss Islands
While Foss Islands isn't home to many top sights, Walmgate Bar and York Barbican are some notable places to visit nearby.

Layerthorpe
Layerthorpe might not have many top sights, but Merchant Taylors' Hall and Walmgate Bar are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

The Groves
If you're spending some time in The Groves, Clarence Gardens and Yearsley Pool are top sights worth seeing.

South Bank
When in South Bank, you can plan a visit to York Racecourse and Bar Convent Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.






