Title: Things to Do in Bishopthorpe in 2026 | Expedia.com [Bishopthorpe Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Bishopthorpe.dx3000439379)[Hotels in Bishopthorpe](https://expedia.com/Bishopthorpe-Hotels.d3000439379.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Bishopthorpe](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Bishopthorpe.d3000439379.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Car Rentals in Bishopthorpe](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Bishopthorpe.d3000439379.Car-Rental-Guide)[Bishopthorpe Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Bishopthorpe.d3000439379.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Things to do in Bishopthorpe ## Find and book activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Bishopthorpe Types of activities [Bishopthorpe Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Bishopthorpe.dx3000439379) ![A church with only one wall! Who says the Church of England is one-dimensional?!](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000439379/56f67ff1-2c0b-4736-87a2-856c3a69a816.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![A church with only one wall! Who says the Church of England is one-dimensional?!](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000439379/56f67ff1-2c0b-4736-87a2-856c3a69a816.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Sim Balk Lane View along Sim Balk Lane as it passes over the A64 in the distance.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000439379/788110d4-65d3-4279-92fc-5068b9546ce1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000439379/788110d4-65d3-4279-92fc-5068b9546ce1.jpg) by [Darren Haddock](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/7079) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ![Bishopthorpe Palace The residence of the Archbishop of York.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000439379/fa4c6669-e435-4f18-8f66-4f6aa3d07a18.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000439379/fa4c6669-e435-4f18-8f66-4f6aa3d07a18.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)) ![West front of the former parish church of St Andrew, Bishopthorpe, North Yorkshire, seen from the west](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000439379/9dce5716-9b2a-4718-aad6-fcf043cf1312.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000439379/9dce5716-9b2a-4718-aad6-fcf043cf1312.jpg) by [Paul Glazzard](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/6470) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) --- --- ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2026/02/06/expedia-sale-2026-desktop-us-ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1400&h=600&q=mediumHigh) ## The Annual Vacation Sale Members save up to 40% on hotels and homes. 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[Book now](https://expedia.com/deals?rfrr=ACTIVITIES_SPRING_PROMO_3000439379) ## Recommended things to do in Bishopthorpe | Number of things to do | 121 | | ------------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | 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 Bishopthorpe --- Looking for sports, concerts, or theater events in Bishopthorpe? [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 Bishopthorpe ![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 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. [](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 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. [](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 5/5(4 reviews) 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 4.5/5(15 reviews) 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 4.5/5(5 reviews) 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 4/5(7 reviews) 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 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. [](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 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. [](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 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. [](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 Bishopthorpe ![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 ![Naburn Lock. The view upstream.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000012584/30ecfed7-d24e-47da-a974-01b21162043c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) [Photo](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0) by [Bill Henderson](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/7164) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ### Acaster Malbis ![The Weir Naburn Lock](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000742588/8aa2e25b-519e-463c-afe2-8a8d0c69132f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) [Photo](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0) by [Wilson Adams](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/9685) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ### Naburn ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Bishopthorpe worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Bishopthorpe? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Bishopthorpe? ### Is three days enough to stay in Bishopthorpe? ### Is Bishopthorpe a walkable city? ### What are some activities to do in Bishopthorpe 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 Bishopthorpe for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Bishopthorpe?