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Popular places to visit
York Minster
The city’s emblem is known for its superb stained-glass windows, underground treasure chambers and tall tower with spectacular views.
Shambles
This picturesque cobblestone street has a fascinating medieval history and crooked buildings that appear to almost fall into one another.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Nth York Moors National Park & Whitby Small Group Day Trip.
Self Guided Walking Tour of York with Audio Guide
York: "All Creatures Great and Small" Yorkshire Dales Tour
Foss Islands Hotel Deals
The Waggon & Horses
Room clean,nice bathroom,staff helpful.
Reviewed on Feb 10, 2026
Radisson Hotel York
Reception staff CV compared to other staff were not particularly welcoming or helpful. But overall we had a really good experience
Reviewed on Mar 22, 2026
Hampton by Hilton York Piccadilly
Our room was an access room and it was fine, clean comfortable bed and wet room shower. All was good until breakfast. Which was not particularly busy. However multiple tables were uncleared and still with discarded plates cups etc we cleared a table. At the breakfast buffet all the clean plates were ...
Reviewed on Mar 22, 2026
The Milner York
Hotel was ok but there’s all roadworks being done around the property. We booked for the swimming pool but it was all shut and disappointed this wasn’t mentioned when booking
Reviewed on Mar 22, 2026
The Grand, York
Room clean , concierge staff excellent
Reviewed on Mar 22, 2026
Hilton York
The hotel is well located, easily within walking distance of all shops and tourist sites. Staff are friendly and helpful. Room was fine but there was no fridge to keep drinks cool because there is also no air conditioning. Our room was really warm even though we had the window opened day and ...
Reviewed on Mar 18, 2026
Other neighborhoods around Foss Islands
Layerthorpe
Layerthorpe might not have many top sights, but Merchant Taylors' Hall and Walmgate Bar are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
City Centre
If you're spending some time in City Centre, Merchant Adventurers' Hall and Shambles are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Fishergate
While visiting Fishergate, you might make a stop by sights like York Barbican and Kohima Museum.
The Groves
If you're spending some time in The Groves, Clarence Gardens and Yearsley Pool are top sights worth seeing.
Bishophill
While visiting Bishophill, you might make a stop by sights like Micklegate Bar and Yorvik Brass Rubbing Centre.
