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York

The almost same location (as the last shot) taken in the early hours on a winters morning, at least it was dry.
The almost same location (as the last shot) taken in the early hours on a winters morning, at least it was dry.
A view from York walking around the protective wall which runs around the City of York. At this point you are look at York Minster the three large towers
Great view of York Minster from the Wall which goes around York, the wall of defence..
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Popular places to visit

The Millennium Bridge over the River Ouse is li up at night with coloured LEDs. #yorkshire #york #riverouse #Bridge #illuminated

Rowntree Park

Rowntree Park is just one of the places to see in York, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Check out the shops and lively bars in this family-friendly area.

Rowntree Park
Shambles which includes street scenes and heritage architecture

Shambles

4.5/5(146 reviews)

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

Shambles
York Minster featuring religious aspects, a church or cathedral and a square or plaza

York Minster

5/5(156 reviews)

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

York Minster
a little night time photo shot at York Racecourse

York Racecourse

5/5(4 reviews)

You can take time to visit York Racecourse during your travels to York. Check out the shops and lively bars in this family-friendly area.

York Racecourse
The sun setting over a wintery day on the Heslington East campus at the University of York #goldenhour

University of York

4.5/5(5 reviews)

Enjoy the collegiate vibe at University of York during your stay in Heslington. Discover the lively bars and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

University of York
Jorvik Viking Centre

Jorvik Viking Centre

4.5/5(47 reviews)

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.

Jorvik Viking Centre

Things to do

York Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

City Sightseeing York Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

￥3,601
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
City Sightseeing York Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
York: Witches and History Old Town Walking Tour

York: Witches and History Old Town Walking Tour

￥3,601
per adult
York: Witches and History Old Town Walking Tour
The York Dungeon Tour

The York Dungeon Tour

￥4,236
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
The York Dungeon Tour
York Witches and History Walking Tour

York Witches and History Walking Tour

￥3,601
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
York Witches and History Walking Tour
York: Forbidden Chronicles Ghosts and History Tour

York: Forbidden Chronicles - York's true horror story.

￥2,161
per adult
York: Forbidden Chronicles - York's true horror story.
Forbidden Chronicles- Tour of York

York's Forbidden Chronicles- Terrors from the dark side.

￥2,648
per adult
York's Forbidden Chronicles- Terrors from the dark side.
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South Bank Hotel Deals

The Milner York

The Milner York

4 out of 5
Station Road York England
The price is ￥13,858 per night from Feb 22 to Feb 23
￥13,858
￥16,630 total
Feb 22 - Feb 23
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in York. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,710 reviews)
Beautiful hotel friendly staff excellent room size.

Reviewed on Feb 10, 2026

The Milner York
Hotel du Vin & Bistro York

Hotel du Vin & Bistro York

4 out of 5
89 The Mount York England
The price is ￥16,150 per night from Feb 22 to Feb 23
￥16,150
￥19,380 total
Feb 22 - Feb 23
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in York. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,006 reviews)
Everything was great

Reviewed on Feb 8, 2026

Hotel du Vin & Bistro York
Roomzzz York City

Roomzzz York City

4 out of 5
Terry Avenue York England
The price is ￥14,044 per night from Feb 22 to Feb 23
￥14,044
￥16,852 total
Feb 22 - Feb 23
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in York. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (905 reviews)
Room was perfect, clean and spacious. Kitchen well appointed. Nice modern reception area and complementary coffee and croissants very welcome. Good location very close to York city centre.

Reviewed on Feb 2, 2026

Roomzzz York City
Elmbank York, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Elmbank York, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

4 out of 5
The Mount York England
The price is ￥11,787 per night from Feb 26 to Feb 27
￥11,787
￥14,145 total
Feb 26 - Feb 27
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in York. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)
I’ ve had a wonderful and restful night.

Reviewed on Feb 8, 2026

Elmbank York, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
ibis Styles York Centre

ibis Styles York Centre

3 out of 5
77 The Mount York England
The price is ￥10,442 per night from Mar 1 to Mar 2
￥10,442
￥12,530 total
Mar 1 - Mar 2
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in York. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (232 reviews)
Lovely hotel, waking distance from the train station and city centre. Great breakfast and bar too.

Reviewed on Feb 3, 2026

ibis Styles York Centre
The Farthings Guest House

The Farthings Guest House

4 out of 5
5 Nunthorpe Avenue York England
Stay at this guesthouse in York. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (499 reviews)
Room was spotless and tastefully decorated. Small ensuite but quite adequate. Breakfast excellent Staff friendly and helpful Absolutely nothing to complain about

Reviewed on Dec 30, 2025

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Other neighborhoods around South Bank

Aerial view of York minster in England

Bishophill

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

Bishophill
The Millennium Bridge spans the River Ouse to the south of York, linking Hospital Fields Road and Maple Grove in Fulford with Butcher Terrace on the South Bank

Fishergate

While visiting Fishergate, you might make a stop by sights like York Barbican and Kohima Museum.

Fishergate
York Minster

City Centre

If you're spending some time in City Centre, Merchant Adventurers' Hall and Shambles are top sights worth seeing.

City Centre
Now this museum was stunning, even for non-railway-nerds!

Holgate

While visiting Holgate, you might make a stop by sights like National Railway Museum and York Cold War Bunker.

Holgate
The Yorkshire Museum in York.

Bootham

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

Bootham
Walmgate Bar, York Looking west from Jenny's Fish & Chips on the corner of Lawrence Street. The gate or 'bar' in York's city walls still has its original 12th century archway with portcullis and 15th century wooden gates

Foss Islands

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

Foss Islands

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