Foss Islands

York

The Stone Circle in the park
Photo by tom.h (Creative Commons Attribution 3.0)
The Stone Circle in the park
Photo by tom.h (Creative Commons Attribution 3.0)
Walmgate Bar, York Looking west from Jenny's Fish & Chips on the corner of Lawrence Street. The gate or 'bar' in York's city walls still has its original 12th century archway with portcullis and 15th century wooden gates (the archway on the right of the picture is more modern). The 14th century barbican protruding from the front would once have spanned a water-filled ditch and worked by trapping attackers in deadly crossfire between two sets of gates. Walmgate Bar was leased out as a house from 1376 right up until 1957.
Photo by Paul Glazzard (Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0)
St Lawrence old tower The medieval church of St Lawrence has entirely gone except for its tower which has a Norman doorway, 13th century windows above and a 15th century top. The little tower is dwarfed by the huge Victorian church behind.

Popular places to visit

Shambles which includes street scenes and heritage architecture

Shambles

4.5/5(146 reviews)

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

Shambles
York Minster featuring religious aspects, a church or cathedral and a square or plaza

York Minster

5/5(156 reviews)

The city’s emblem is known for its superb stained-glass windows, underground treasure chambers and tall tower with spectacular views.

York Minster
a little night time photo shot at York Racecourse

York Racecourse

5/5(4 reviews)

You can take time to visit York Racecourse during your travels to York. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this romantic area.

York Racecourse
The sun setting over a wintery day on the Heslington East campus at the University of York #goldenhour

University of York

4.5/5(5 reviews)

Enjoy the collegiate vibe at University of York during your stay in Heslington. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

University of York
Jorvik Viking Centre

Jorvik Viking Centre

4.5/5(47 reviews)

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 St. John University.

York St. John University

4.5/5(4 reviews)

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

Forbidden Chronicles- Tour of York

York's Forbidden Chronicles- Terrors from the dark side.

$17
per adult
York's Forbidden Chronicles- Terrors from the dark side.
York’s Haunted Heart : Ghost, Ghouls and Gallows

York’s Haunted Heart : Ghost, Ghouls and Gallows

$16
per adult
York’s Haunted Heart : Ghost, Ghouls and Gallows
The beautiful city of York has the best preserved medieval streets in the country.

Romans, Vikings and Medieval York: An Audio Tour

$12
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Romans, Vikings and Medieval York: An Audio Tour
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Foss Islands Hotel Deals

The Milner York

The Milner York

4 out of 5
Station Road York England
$109 nightly
The price is $130 total per night from Feb 8 to Feb 9
$130 total
Feb 8 - Feb 9
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Book a stay at this business-friendly 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! (1,702 reviews)
Reception staff very friendly

Reviewed on Feb 2, 2026

The Milner York
Hampton by Hilton York Piccadilly

Hampton by Hilton York Piccadilly

3 out of 5
46-50 Piccadilly York England
$86 nightly
The price is $103 total per night from Feb 8 to Feb 9
$103 total
Feb 8 - Feb 9
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Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in York. Enjoy free breakfast, a fitness center, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
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Reviewed on Feb 3, 2026

Hampton by Hilton York Piccadilly
Moxy York

Moxy York

3.5 out of 5
Black Horse Lane York England
$79 nightly
The price is $94 total per night from Mar 1 to Mar 2
$94 total
Mar 1 - Mar 2
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Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in York. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
Great hotel. Stayed here on a solo travel trip. Relaxing bar in the lobby and close to the main shopping/bar areas in York. Would stay here again.

Reviewed on Jan 28, 2026

Moxy York
Malmaison York

Malmaison York

4 out of 5
2 ROUGIER STREET York England
$102 nightly
The price is $122 total per night from Feb 22 to Feb 23
$122 total
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Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in York. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,299 reviews)
Room spotles staf berry helpful

Reviewed on Jan 31, 2026

Malmaison York
Delta Hotels by Marriott York

Delta Hotels by Marriott York

4 out of 5
Tadcaster Road York England
$71 nightly
The price is $85 total per night from Feb 12 to Feb 13
$85 total
Feb 12 - Feb 13
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Book a stay at this 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! (647 reviews)
It was fantastic, very lovely staff, clean room

Reviewed on Jan 25, 2026

Delta Hotels by Marriott York
Novotel York Centre

Novotel York Centre

4 out of 5
Fishergate York England
$92 nightly
The price is $111 total per night from Mar 1 to Mar 2
$111 total
Mar 1 - Mar 2
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in York. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,012 reviews)
Breakfast was really good. The swimming pool was a nice extra. Hotel is located in a convenient setting not far from the centre.

Reviewed on Jan 28, 2026

Novotel York Centre
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Other neighborhoods around Foss Islands

Glen Gardens, York Glen Gardens is a small, traditional park in the suburb of Heworth. It boasts two bowling greens, tennis courts and rose gardens, and appears to be relatively free of vandalism.

Layerthorpe

Layerthorpe might not have many top sights, but Merchant Taylors' Hall and Monk Bar are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Layerthorpe
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
Tang Hall Park Osbaldwick beck runs along the side of Tang Hall Park. The park itself runs between Tang Hall Lane and Melrosegate.

Hull Road

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

Hull Road
The Millennium Bridge spans the River Ouse to the south of York, linking Hospital Fields Road and Maple Grove in Fulford with Butcher Terrace on the South Bank

Fishergate

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

Fishergate
Beautiful York

The Groves

If you're spending some time in The Groves, Clarence Gardens and Yearsley Pool are top sights worth seeing.

The Groves
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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