Foss Islands

York

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Popular places to visit

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
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
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
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 featuring heritage architecture

York City Walls

5/5(4 reviews)

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

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

York's Chocolate Story: Guided Tour

York's Chocolate Story: Guided Tour

$29
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
York's Chocolate Story: Guided Tour
York Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

City Sightseeing York Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

$23
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
City Sightseeing York Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
From York: North Moors and Whitby Tour

From York: North Moors and Whitby Tour

$93
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
From York: North Moors and Whitby Tour
Original Harry Potter Locations Tour - York

Original Harry Potter Locations Tour : Guided Tour of York

$19
per adult
Original Harry Potter Locations Tour : Guided Tour of York
The beautiful city of York has the best preserved medieval streets in the country.

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

$12
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Romans, Vikings and Medieval Marvels in York: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
York Witches and History Walking Tour

York Witches and History Walking Tour

$23
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
York Witches and History Walking Tour
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Foss Islands Hotel Deals

The Milner York

The Milner York

4 out of 5
Station Road, York, England
$120 nightly
The price is $145 total per night from Sep 21 to Sep 22
$145 total
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Total with taxes and 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! (1,512 reviews)
"Very convenient to the train station. Beautiful building."

Reviewed on Aug 23, 2025

The Milner York
Radisson Hotel York

Radisson Hotel York

4 out of 5
North Street, York, England
$87 nightly
The price is $104 total per night from Sep 14 to Sep 15
$104 total
Sep 14 - Sep 15
Total with taxes and 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! (1,003 reviews)
"Fantastic hotel, most comfortable bed ever !!!"

Reviewed on Aug 17, 2025

Radisson Hotel York
Hampton by Hilton York Piccadilly

Hampton by Hilton York Piccadilly

3 out of 5
46-50 Piccadilly, York, England
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$95 nightly
The price is $114 total per night from Aug 31 to Sep 1
$114 total
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Total with taxes and 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! (1,210 reviews)
"the only issue we had was with the heating in the rooms, very cold at night when we got back to the hotel. my mum was in the other room as is nearly 80 as she was extremly cold and did not sleep very well. the member of staff at reception did try to help by setting the heat from the office but with ..."

Reviewed on Aug 21, 2025

Hampton by Hilton York Piccadilly
Delta Hotels by Marriott York

Delta Hotels by Marriott York

4 out of 5
Tadcaster Road, York, England
$89 nightly
The price is $107 total per night from Sep 14 to Sep 15
$107 total
Sep 14 - Sep 15
Total with taxes and 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! (509 reviews)
"Lovely location - walk down to the racecourse. Breakfast was absolutely delicious."

Reviewed on Aug 17, 2025

Delta Hotels by Marriott York
The Grand, York

The Grand, York

5 out of 5
Station Rise, York, England
$162 nightly
The price is $194 total per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
$194 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Total with taxes and 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. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,138 reviews)
"Very nice staff"

Reviewed on Aug 21, 2025

The Grand, York
Malmaison York

Malmaison York

4 out of 5
2 ROUGIER STREET, York, England
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$124 nightly
The price is $149 total per night from Aug 31 to Sep 1
$149 total
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified 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)
Super hotel
"A great location, a short walk into the city. Room was beautiful, really spacious with a great view. Very clean with everything you need."

Reviewed on Aug 22, 2025

Malmaison York
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Other neighborhoods around Foss Islands

Heworth Church.
Photo by Martin Norman (CC BY-SA)

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 featuring night scenes and a bridge

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
Beautiful York

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
Tang Hall Park Osbaldwick beck runs along the side of Tang Hall Park. The park itself runs between Tang Hall Lane and Melrosegate.
Photo by DS Pugh (CC BY-SA)

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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