What to do in Yorkshire

Activities, attractions and tours

Whitby Harbour
Whitby Harbour
Wool Exchange which includes heritage architecture and a church or cathedral
Brodsworth Hall featuring heritage architecture and a garden
Humber Bridge featuring a bridge, general coastal views and a sunset

Yorkshire Attractions

Let Expedia help you experience the best that Yorkshire has to offer! If you’re looking for fun itinerary ideas, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes.

Activities and Tours

Yorkshire 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 Yorkshire 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.

If you’re planning a visit, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights.

Yorkshire Attractions

Expedia has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions to keep you entertained. In addition to scheduling local tours, booking reservations and scoring advance event tickets, Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, all on one consolidated travel itinerary, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Yorkshire.

Looking for things to do can be time consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Yorkshire attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season.


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What to do in Yorkshire


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Leeds Grand Theatre

Leeds City Center

4.5/5(21 area reviews)

Explore the Victorian arcades, such as Grand Arcade, and shop at Trinity Leeds shopping centre. Discover cultural activities in Quarry Hill and Leeds Dock, and visit landmarks like Leeds Art Gallery and Royal Armouries Museum.

Leeds City Center
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
Sheffield City Centre which includes modern architecture

Sheffield City Centre

3.5/5(3 area reviews)

Sheffield City Centre is known for its great bars, and you can make a stop by Sheffield City Hall and Peace Gardens while in the area.

Sheffield City Centre
Harrogate City Centre

Harrogate City Centre

5/5(3 area reviews)

Travelers come to Harrogate City Centre for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Turkish Baths and Health Spa and Royal Hall while you're in town.

Harrogate City Centre
The almost same location

South Bank

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

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

 

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