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York

Beautiful York
Beautiful York
York St. John University.
City walls Looking north along York city walls at Jewbury
City walls and ice house Part of York's city walls. In front is a pub, and between it and the walls can be seen an old ice house, used to keep meat fresh in the days before refrigeration.
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Popular places to visit

York St. John University.

York St. John University

Enjoy the collegiate vibe at York St. John University during your visit to York. Discover the area's shops, or seek out its local tours.

York St. John University
Shambles which includes street scenes and heritage architecture

Shambles

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

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

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

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

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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The Groves Hotel Deals

DoubleTree by Hilton York

DoubleTree by Hilton York

4 out of 5
St Maurices Road York England
The price is ￥12,712 per night from Feb 26 to Feb 27
￥12,712
￥15,254 total
Feb 26 - Feb 27
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 ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,005 reviews)
Staff at hotel were amazing . Room was very spacious and clean.. Breakfast was very nice. Hotel is in a great location for exploring York. Would highly recommend this hotel.

Reviewed on Feb 5, 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton York
Diamonds Inn Ltd

Diamonds Inn Ltd

2.5 out of 5
39 Monkgate York England
The price is ￥7,188 per night from Mar 1 to Mar 2
￥7,188
￥8,625 total
Mar 1 - Mar 2
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this guesthouse in York. Enjoy a computer station. Popular attractions York Minster and Shambles are located nearby.
7.4/10 Good! (208 reviews)
Lovely host and great room for the price

Reviewed on Jan 10, 2026

Diamonds Inn Ltd
The Vanguard - York Residence

The Vanguard - York Residence

4 out of 5
83 Eldon St York England
The price is ￥15,835 per night from Feb 26 to Feb 27
￥15,835
￥19,002 total
Feb 26 - Feb 27
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this guesthouse in York. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (83 reviews)
Highly recommend. Comfy beds. Room spotless 10 min walk in to the centre.

Reviewed on Nov 10, 2025

The Vanguard - York Residence
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
Hampton by Hilton York Piccadilly

Hampton by Hilton York Piccadilly

3 out of 5
46-50 Piccadilly York England
The price is ￥12,738 per night from Feb 22 to Feb 23
￥12,738
￥15,285 total
Feb 22 - Feb 23
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in York. Enjoy free breakfast, a fitness center, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,537 reviews)
Nice clean room, great breakfast and service.

Reviewed on Feb 9, 2026

Hampton by Hilton York Piccadilly
Moxy York

Moxy York

3.5 out of 5
Black Horse Lane York England
The price is ￥12,284 per night from Mar 8 to Mar 9
￥12,284
￥14,740 total
Mar 8 - Mar 9
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in York. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
Great location and best breakfast since being vegan, everything clearly labelled and lots of options!

Reviewed on Feb 2, 2026

Moxy York
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Other neighborhoods around The Groves

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
Glen Gardens, York Glen Gardens is a small, traditional park in the suburb of Heworth. It boasts two bowling greens, tennis courts and rose gardens, and appears to be relatively free of vandalism.

Layerthorpe

Layerthorpe might not have many top sights, but Monk Bar and Treasurer's House are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Layerthorpe
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
Clifton Tower or Clifford's Tower York England

Clifton

While there might not be top attractions in Clifton, you can explore the larger area and discover places like St. Mary's Abbey and York Theatre Royal.

Clifton
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
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

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