Title: Things to Do in Skelton in 2026 | Expedia.com [Skelton Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Skelton.dx6337649)[Hotels in Skelton](https://expedia.com/Skelton-Hotels.d6337649.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Skelton](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Skelton.d6337649.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Car Rentals in Skelton](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Skelton.d6337649.Car-Rental-Guide)[Skelton Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Skelton.d6337649.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Things to do in Skelton ## Find and book activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Skelton Types of activities [Skelton Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Skelton.dx6337649) ![St. Catherine's Farm Situated along Moor Lane near Skelton.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/5489/a4f392dd-bc61-4bef-8940-91a444f10571.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/5489/a4f392dd-bc61-4bef-8940-91a444f10571.jpg) by [DS Pugh](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/1469) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ![St. Catherine's Farm Situated along Moor Lane near Skelton.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/5489/a4f392dd-bc61-4bef-8940-91a444f10571.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/5489/a4f392dd-bc61-4bef-8940-91a444f10571.jpg) by [DS Pugh](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/1469) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ![Ouse - Skelton Bridge. River Ouse from the east bank. Skelton bridge can be seen, carrying the railway over the river.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/5489/5f553cb5-b1c4-4986-8704-0c567578bdfb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/5489/5f553cb5-b1c4-4986-8704-0c567578bdfb.jpg) by [DS Pugh](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/1469) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ![St. Giles' Church A sign here says built 1247.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/5489/cbe5b4cb-139c-4736-a69d-16148c32a8d3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/5489/cbe5b4cb-139c-4736-a69d-16148c32a8d3.jpg) by [DS Pugh](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/1469) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ![Village green - Skelton In the centre of Skelton with the church out of shot to the right.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/5489/70a4ecdd-2b88-487f-a4e4-4568ad386888.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/5489/70a4ecdd-2b88-487f-a4e4-4568ad386888.jpg) by [DS Pugh](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/1469) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) --- - ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. - ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. - ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself One Key members save % or more on select activities, hotels, cars and vacation rentals. 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Works](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4252726/2827332c-685e-4c57-89bc-f8b9ea952eb3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Chocolate Manufactory Tasting Journey at York Cocoa Works 45m 8.6/10 39 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $17 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/chocolate-manufactory-tasting-journey-at-york-cocoa-works.a4252726.activity-details?&rid=6337649&location=Skelton&swp=off) ![York: Introduction to Chocolate Making Experience](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48271045/32fc2d28-fdde-4246-8241-e7f85859fac9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### York: Introduction to Chocolate Making Experience 2h 30m 9.8/10 6 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available $84 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/york-introduction-to-chocolate-making-experience.a48271045.activity-details?&rid=6337649&location=Skelton&swp=off) ![Hooting Owl Distillery Distillery Tour and Rum Tasting](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51507039/d7e72a8d-e37a-4daf-aad2-386fb7ca1dd0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Hooting Owl Distillery Distillery Tour and Rum Tasting 1h 15m Free cancellation available $48 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/hooting-owl-distillery-distillery-tour-and-rum-tasting.a51507039.activity-details?&rid=6337649&location=Skelton&swp=off) ![Hooting Owl Distillery York - Distillery Tour & Gin Tasting](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47591144/1f6be0db-dec9-41b4-81b7-545b1b2b87f9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Hooting Owl Distillery York - Distillery Tour & Gin Tasting 1h 15m 10/10 10 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $48 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/york-distillery-tour-gin-tasting.a47591144.activity-details?&rid=6337649&location=Skelton&swp=off) ### Adventure & outdoor [See all 4 activities](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/search?&rid=6337649&location=Skelton&filter.categories=AdventureOutdoor) ![4 Hour eTrike Pedal and Picnic Meadows Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50677028/5f293ad1-db24-4836-ac99-e3176f6bc511.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 4 Hour eTrike Pedal and Picnic Meadows Tour 4h $161 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/4-hour-etrike-pedal-and-picnic-meadows-tour.a50677028.activity-details?&rid=6337649&location=Skelton&swp=off) ![Guided Cycling Tour of York](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4727852/e6ddc521-9ec4-427c-b20d-92190358cea7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Guided Cycling Tour of York 2h 30m 10/10 113 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available $40 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/guided-cycling-tour-of-york.a4727852.activity-details?&rid=6337649&location=Skelton&swp=off) ![Self-Guided York Highlights Walk with GPS Audio Guide](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51482566/453d29e6-4d0c-4694-802e-e709ee0a3e8d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Self-Guided York Highlights Walk with GPS Audio Guide 3h Free cancellation available $8 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/self-guided-york-highlights-walk-with-gps-audio-guide.a51482566.activity-details?&rid=6337649&location=Skelton&swp=off) ![York Tour App, Hidden Gems Game and Big Britain Quiz (1 Day Pass) UK](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4489725/70fd2193-5523-427e-a175-e0b7017fa3e2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### York Tour App, Hidden Gems Game and Big Britain Quiz (1 Day Pass) UK 4h Free cancellation available $20 includes taxes & fees per traveler\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/york-tour-app-hidden-gems-game-and-big-britain-quiz-1-day-pass-uk.a4489725.activity-details?&rid=6337649&location=Skelton&swp=off) 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[Book now](https://expedia.com/deals?rfrr=ACTIVITIES_SPRING_PROMO_6337649) ## Recommended things to do in Skelton | Number of things to do | 123 | | ------------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Self Guided Walking Tour of York with Audio Guide](/things-to-do/self-guided-walking-tour-of-york-with-audio-guide.a51286594.activity-details): $6 | | Top 5 things to do | [City Sightseeing York Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour](/things-to-do/york-hop-on-hop-off-bus-tour.a172294.activity-details)[York: Witches and History Old Town Walking Tour](/things-to-do/york-witches-and-history-old-town-walking-tour.a44621773.activity-details)[York: The Deathly Dark Ghost Tour](/things-to-do/york-the-deathly-dark-ghost-tour.a51755487.activity-details)[Self Guided Walking Tour of York with Audio Guide](/things-to-do/self-guided-walking-tour-of-york-with-audio-guide.a51286594.activity-details)[From York: North Moors and Whitby Tour](/things-to-do/north-york-moors-and-whitby-tour-from-york.a4844461.activity-details) | | Under $25 | [City Sightseeing York Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour](/things-to-do/york-hop-on-hop-off-bus-tour.a172294.activity-details)[York: Witches and History Old Town Walking Tour](/things-to-do/york-witches-and-history-old-town-walking-tour.a44621773.activity-details)[York: The Deathly Dark Ghost Tour](/things-to-do/york-the-deathly-dark-ghost-tour.a51755487.activity-details)[Self Guided Walking Tour of York with Audio Guide](/things-to-do/self-guided-walking-tour-of-york-with-audio-guide.a51286594.activity-details)[York Witches and History Walking Tour](/things-to-do/york-witches-and-history-walking-tour.a5166642.activity-details) | | With kids | [City Sightseeing York Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour](/things-to-do/york-hop-on-hop-off-bus-tour.a172294.activity-details)[York: Witches and History Old Town Walking Tour](/things-to-do/york-witches-and-history-old-town-walking-tour.a44621773.activity-details)[York: The Deathly Dark Ghost Tour](/things-to-do/york-the-deathly-dark-ghost-tour.a51755487.activity-details)[From York: North Moors and Whitby Tour](/things-to-do/north-york-moors-and-whitby-tour-from-york.a4844461.activity-details)[York Witches and History Walking Tour](/things-to-do/york-witches-and-history-walking-tour.a5166642.activity-details) | ## What to do in Skelton --- Looking for sports, concerts, or theater events in Skelton? [Search event tickets](https://www.expedia.com/event-tickets/) to see what's happening today, or to plan what to do this weekend! --- --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Skelton ![York Minster featuring religious aspects, a church or cathedral and a square or plaza](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6079281/7af1e35b-9ae1-4b3b-8e1c-2734af318b57.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### York Minster The city’s emblem is known for its superb stained-glass windows, underground treasure chambers and tall tower with spectacular views. [](https://expedia.com/York-Minster-City-Centre.d6079281.Vacation-Attraction) ![Shambles which includes street scenes and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6164998/742e4862-736e-4f26-8cb6-6430f9c52d88.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Shambles This picturesque cobblestone street has a fascinating medieval history and crooked buildings that appear to almost fall into one another. [](https://expedia.com/Shambles-City-Centre.d6164998.Vacation-Attraction) ![a little night time photo shot at York Racecourse](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/5489/aa2362f0-4c80-48a4-944a-16f265ee4c37.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.com/York-Racecourse-York.d553248621532494403.Vacation-Attraction) ![A view from the atlas fountain across to Castle Howard, a beautiful stately home to visit in Yorkshire. Made famous from the television series ‘Brideshead Revisited’](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6079217/1d4f9042-c80f-4dc9-913c-19c2ebcea26e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Castle Howard You can find out about the history of Henderskelfe with a visit to Castle Howard. Check out the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.com/Castle-Howard-York.d6079217.Vacation-Attraction) ![The sun setting over a wintery day on the Heslington East campus at the University of York #goldenhour](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/5489/7aea1adc-7197-4bb0-a2dd-0f178b355b7a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.com/University-Of-York-York.d6079263.Vacation-Attraction) ![Walmgate Bar in York](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6164990/c9f29924-c4ed-4059-8eae-12a7a4a83b27.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### York Barbican Enjoy a show at York Barbican, a theater with a story to tell in York. Make time for the shops and local tours in this walkable area. [](https://expedia.com/York-Barbican-York.d6164990.Vacation-Attraction) ![Jorvik Viking Centre](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6079231/9940a96d-fbd0-4ae5-a03b-1f864e0fa1b3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.com/Jorvik-Viking-Centre-City-Centre.d6079231.Vacation-Attraction) ![York St. John University. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/5489/0faa1ac5-420b-4d2c-b0b8-666e9cdbeb46.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.com/York-St-John-University-The-Groves.d6270585.Vacation-Attraction) ![York featuring heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532494844/5ec547f0-503e-4747-8379-b48108840384.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.com/York-City-Walls-City-Centre.d553248621532494844.Vacation-Attraction) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Popular day trips from Skelton ![York Minster featuring religious aspects, a church or cathedral and a square or plaza](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6079281/7af1e35b-9ae1-4b3b-8e1c-2734af318b57.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### York ![Cass Plantation. view along a track in the woodland](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/5489/b46c6760-2bf3-4bcb-adad-4083bf97c2f7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) [Photo](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0) by [Martin Norman](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/184) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ### Huby ![Sunday lunch well earned on our epic journey!](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248628697908316/2c950992-797c-4b1f-b1bd-f0a571047f0e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Shipton ![Moor Lane next to golf club Runs from Skelton to Corban Lane. This is outside the Forest of Galtres golf club.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/5489/1a37004e-d042-4420-b4dc-73548c137b9b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) [Photo](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0) by [DS Pugh](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/1469) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ### Wigginton ![Up the Ouse Looking upstream from Nether Poppleton. Across the river on the far bank is Overton.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000392918/99032100-a941-43e8-8ede-b772623b45aa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) [Photo](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0) by [DS Pugh](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/1469) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ### Nether Poppleton ![River Foss at New Earswick The bungalows are part of the Hartrigg Oaks retirement community.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000691527/722e1762-2fd9-45f9-8367-fb3da170cca7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) [Photo](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0) by [Duncan Grey](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/21884) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ### New Earswick ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Skelton worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Skelton? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Skelton? ### Is three days enough to stay in Skelton? ### Is Skelton a walkable city? ### What are some activities to do in Skelton with kids? > - [City Sightseeing York Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/york-hop-on-hop-off-bus-tour.a172294.activity-details) > - [York: Witches and History Old Town Walking Tour](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/york-witches-and-history-old-town-walking-tour.a44621773.activity-details) > - [York: The Deathly Dark Ghost Tour](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/york-the-deathly-dark-ghost-tour.a51755487.activity-details) > - [From York: North Moors and Whitby Tour](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/north-york-moors-and-whitby-tour-from-york.a4844461.activity-details) > - [York Witches and History Walking Tour](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/york-witches-and-history-walking-tour.a5166642.activity-details) ### What to do in Skelton for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Skelton? ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save even more - get up to 20% on select hotels when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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