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Activities and Tours

Little Ouseburn is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Little Ouseburn to make sure that you enjoy your experience to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

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Little Ouseburn Attractions

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Things to do

City Sightseeing York Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

CA $32

per adult

92% of travellers recommend

York: Witches and History Old Town Walking Tour

CA $27

per adult

The York Dungeon Tour

CA $41

per adult

90% of travellers recommend

RHS Garden Harlow Carr Entry Ticket

CA $28

per adult

100% of travellers recommend

Shared York Walking Tour – Hidden Gems & History

CA $34

per adult

York Evening Escape On The Ouse Cruise

CA $34

per adult

Nth York Moors Steam Train (incl) & Whitby Small Group Day Trip.

CA $142

per adult

Chocolate Bar Making Workshop - York Cocoa Works

Chocolate Bar Making Workshop at York Cocoa Works

CA $47

per adult

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1. York Minster

York Minster is a Gothic masterpiece and among the largest and most impressive cathedrals in Europe. Climb the Minster’s historic tower, tour its underground chambers and discover 2,000 years of history. The current structure dates back to the 12th century and features medieval stained-glass windows.

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A large Gothic cathedral with intricate stonework and pointed arches.

2. Shambles

The Shambles is a medieval street in York’s center with a topsy-turvy layout full of shops and restaurants. Stroll down the quaint cobblestone road that runs through the narrow street to see the lopsided 15th-century buildings jutting out overhead. Many visitors compare the jumbled arrangement of the street to Diagon Alley in the Harry Potter saga. In 2010, the Google Street Team voted it the most picturesque street in Britain.

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A narrow street with brick buildings, a shop with a glass display, and a sign for a museum.

3. University of Leeds

Renowned for its research and teaching, the University of Leeds is also set apart by its campus, which unites a variety of divergent architectural styles in a celebration of British architecture throughout the 20th century. Grouped on well-manicured lawns just outside the Leeds city center, it welcomes more than 30,000 students each year from a variety of backgrounds. The university was the first in the region to accept women, Catholics and other disadvantaged groups. Go on a walking tour of its many striking buildings and have a picnic on the grass, as you watch the students go past.

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The Laidlaw Library with modern architecture, a stone tower, and a bus stop.

4. York City Walls

York’s City Walls are one of the greatest treasures of the historic city. The medieval walls have been beautifully preserved for centuries and today provide one of the best routes for walking between York’s many attractions. Stroll along the City Walls Trail for a gentle and scenic walk that is steeped in the history and atmosphere of this stunning city.

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A historic cityscape with a prominent cathedral, a bridge, and a mix of traditional and modern buildings.

5. First Direct Arena

When First Direct Arena opened in 2014, Bruce Springsteen and Elton John set a high bar for the quality of artists who would appear here. Since then, a huge variety of entertainers have come, from Drake and Miley Cyrus to championship boxing matches to beloved local acts such as the Kaiser Chiefs. Don’t miss any of the action in the arena’s fan-shaped configuration. It is unique in the U.K., with the rear seats only 230 feet (70 meters) from the stage, rather than the usual 330 feet (100 meters).

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A modern building with a unique geometric facade, surrounded by a highway with light trails.

6. Roundhay Park

Roundhay Park is a public park with a wide diversity of environments and manicured gardens to discover. Find a selection of formal gardens, two picturesque lakes, a sports arena, a Greek-revival mansion and a collection of greenhouses that mimic different climates from around the world when you explore this 700 -acre (2.8-square-kilometer) park.

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A fountain in a park with a brick wall and a building with a clock tower in the background.

7. Royal Armouries

The Royal Armouries Museum is a comprehensive museum that displays a vast collection of weaponry spread across six galleries. Explore the extensive galleries and find displays of arms and armor organized into intriguingly curated exhibitions. Check out over 2,500 objects in the Hall of Steel or learn about the art of warfare and the history of hunting. Catch a live demonstration of jousting at the Tiltyard.

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A large elephant statue with a rider, surrounded by museum exhibits.

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