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York

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Popular places to visit

York Minster featuring heritage architecture, a church or cathedral and religious aspects

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
Shambles showing heritage architecture and street scenes

Shambles

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

Shambles
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
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
York showing heritage architecture

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 City Walls
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

Things to do

York Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

City Sightseeing York Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

CA $31
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

CA $31
per adult
York: Witches and History Old Town Walking Tour
The Crux Courtyard

The Deathly Dark Tour of York: Experience of the Year 2024

CA $26
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
The Deathly Dark Tour of York: Experience of the Year 2024
Constantine the Great

J & M York City Walking Tours

CA $22
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
J & M York City Walking Tours
Lake District Landscape

Lake District from York

CA $169
per adult
Lake District from York
The York Dungeon Tour

The York Dungeon Tour

CA $41
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
The York Dungeon Tour
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Foss Islands Hotel Deals

The Milner York

The Milner York

4 out of 5
Station Road, York, England
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is CA $185 per night from Aug 31 to Sep 1
CA $185
CA $222 total
Aug 31 - Sep 1
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this eco-certified 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! (1,487 reviews)
"Cool new place to stay near the train station."

Reviewed on Aug. 3, 2025

The Milner York
Delta Hotels by Marriott York

Delta Hotels by Marriott York

4 out of 5
Tadcaster Road, York, England
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is CA $127 per night from Aug 31 to Sep 1
CA $127
CA $152 total
Aug 31 - Sep 1
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in York. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (498 reviews)
Lovely hotel
"Superb apart from noise in room from air conditioning bank on outside ground below bedroom. Sleepless first night but reception brilliant next morning and arranged to move room away from noise."

Reviewed on Aug. 6, 2025

Delta Hotels by Marriott York
The Grand, York

The Grand, York

5 out of 5
Station Rise, York, England
The price is CA $233 per night from Aug 10 to Aug 11
CA $233
CA $279 total
Aug 10 - Aug 11
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in York. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,131 reviews)
"Great stay. Brilliant service and excellent location."

Reviewed on Aug. 3, 2025

The Grand, York
Hampton by Hilton York Piccadilly

Hampton by Hilton York Piccadilly

3 out of 5
46-50 Piccadilly, York, England
The price is CA $130 per night from Aug 17 to Aug 18
CA $130
CA $156 total
Aug 17 - Aug 18
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star 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! (1,160 reviews)
York City Break
"Perfect location for a York city break. Friendly staff and clean rooms. We would definitely stay again."

Reviewed on Aug. 3, 2025

Hampton by Hilton York Piccadilly
Radisson Hotel York

Radisson Hotel York

4 out of 5
North Street, York, England
The price is CA $128 per night from Aug 17 to Aug 18
CA $128
CA $154 total
Aug 17 - Aug 18
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in York. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
"Comfortable room in which you could actually control the AC for hot or cold. Rare! And the breakfast was very good, lots of choices and well prepared and presented. I’d stay again definitely"

Reviewed on Jul. 27, 2025

Radisson Hotel York
Hilton York

Hilton York

4 out of 5
1 Tower Street, York, England
The price is CA $146 per night from Aug 17 to Aug 18
CA $146
CA $175 total
Aug 17 - Aug 18
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in York. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), 24-hour room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)
"The room was very modern and well-appointed. We had everything we needed and the design, lighting behind bed were appealing. However, the bathroom was very small and could have used an update. The room was also quite “tight” for a family of 4. For 1-2 people it would be great. For 4, we were tripping ..."

Reviewed on Aug. 4, 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around Foss Islands

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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 showing a bridge and night scenes

City Centre

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

City Centre
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Fishergate

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

Fishergate
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The Groves

If you're spending some time in The Groves, Trinity Methodist Church York and Clarence Gardens are top sights worth seeing.

The Groves
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Hull Road

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Hull Road and surrounding area, you can visit Walmgate Bar and York Barbican.

Hull Road
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Bishophill

While visiting Bishophill, you might make a stop by sights like Micklegate Bar and St. Mary's Church.

Bishophill

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