If you're looking for some intellectual stimulation, enjoy an afternoon at Bar Convent Museum. Whether it's history, traditions or cultural practices, you'll find lots of inspiring displays to keep your mind active here.

This collection of historical artifacts in York is popular with fellow travelers, so make a spot for it on your to-do list. Don't think that's all there is to do here, though. There are many more options ready for you to check out after Bar Convent Museum. York Minster, York Dungeon, and York Castle Museum are not far away.

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Mad Alice’s The Bloody Tour of York -Best Tour Award Europe

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Romans, Vikings and Medieval Marvels in York: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

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Hooting Owl Distillery York - Distillery Tour & Guided Tasting

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From York: Moors, Whitby, and the Yorkshire Steam Railway

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Guided Cycling Tour of York

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