Title: Visit Foss Islands: 2026 Foss Islands, York Travel Guide | Expedia.com [Hotels in Foss Islands](https://expedia.com/Foss-Islands-York-Hotels.0-n873144401640251392-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to York](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-York.d5489.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in York](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-York.d5489.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Car Rentals in Foss Islands](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Foss-Islands.d873144401640251392.Car-Rental-Guide)[Foss Islands Vacations](https://expedia.com/Foss-Islands.d873144401640251392.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Foss Islands ## York ![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.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/873144401640251392/5eaf7373-8499-4fe5-90f6-bbd6a26b04c2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/873144401640251392/5eaf7373-8499-4fe5-90f6-bbd6a26b04c2.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)) ![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.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/873144401640251392/5eaf7373-8499-4fe5-90f6-bbd6a26b04c2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/873144401640251392/5eaf7373-8499-4fe5-90f6-bbd6a26b04c2.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)) ![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.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/873144401640251392/322ba0d8-1a22-4102-8051-4690c37eaa04.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Foss Islands Things to do Hotels Where to stay [York Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/York.dx5489) --- ### Popular places to visit ![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) ![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) ![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 lively bars or top-notch restaurants 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) ### Things to do ![Forbidden Chronicles- Tour of York](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5248397/ce3417fc-14b9-49a1-a8f8-a73ade9a24db.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### York's Forbidden Chronicles- Terrors from the dark side. $17 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/yorks-forbidden-chronicles-terrors-from-the-dark-side.a5248397.activity-details) ![York’s Haunted Heart : Ghost, Ghouls and Gallows](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48099714/29410639-9d9e-43ed-ab29-617835db594d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### York’s Haunted Heart : Ghost, Ghouls and Gallows $16 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/yorks-haunted-heart-ghost.a48099714.activity-details) ![Romans, Vikings and Medieval York: An Audio Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/998563/dd0adab5-8bd8-4f7f-8996-dd4a850c7466.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Romans, Vikings and Medieval York: An Audio Tour $12 per adult **88%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/romans.a998563.activity-details) ![York: "All Creatures Great and Small" Yorkshire Dales Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51260679/8c858b5f-e895-4c7f-a701-a438ca068c68.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### York: "All Creatures Great and Small" Yorkshire Dales Tour $111 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/york-all-creatures-great-and-small-yorkshire-dales-tour.a51260679.activity-details) ![York Hop-on Hop-off Open Top Bus Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3546175/ca2b8d9f-d57f-4189-8b46-6a8b71576c0e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### York: Golden Tours Hop-on Hop-off Open Top Bus Tour- 24 Hours Ticket $22 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/york-golden-tours-hop-on-hop-off-open-top-bus-tour-24-hours-ticket.a3546175.activity-details) ![Shared Walking Tour in York](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46437195/9d007910-1ee4-4760-a050-63966df34155.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Shared Walking Tour in York $21 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/shared-walking-tour-in-york.a46437195.activity-details) [See all activities in York](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-York.d5489.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Foss Islands Hotel Deals ![The Waggon & Horses](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4200000/4190800/4190785/cd8f76df_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Waggon & Horses 19 Lawrence Street York England $150 nightly $150 total Feb 22 - Feb 23 Total with taxes and fees Stay at this inn in York. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge), and a bar/lounge. Popular attractions Shambles and York Christmas Market are located ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (375 reviews) Room clean,nice bathroom,staff helpful. Reviewed on Feb 10, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2%2F22%2F2026&endDate=2%2F23%2F2026&selected=4190785&PinnedHotelID=4190785&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=873144401640251392) ![The Milner York](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/200/148/7d3d952b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Milner York Station Road York England $103 nightly $124 total Feb 22 - Feb 23 Total with taxes and fees 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! (1,712 reviews) The staff were very friendly and extremely helpful, especially the ladies on reception and the housekeeping staff. The room was excellent, very clean and comfortable Reviewed on Feb 11, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2%2F22%2F2026&endDate=2%2F23%2F2026&selected=148&PinnedHotelID=148&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=873144401640251392) ![Radisson Hotel York](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/1100/1005/12645cbc_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Radisson Hotel York North Street York England $77 nightly $93 total Mar 1 - Mar 2 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in York. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews) Great location, spotless clean, great staff and quiet bar with good food. Reviewed on Feb 14, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F1%2F2026&endDate=3%2F2%2F2026&selected=1005&PinnedHotelID=1005&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=873144401640251392) ![Hampton by Hilton York Piccadilly](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/68000000/67330000/67320100/67320076/569a902f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hampton by Hilton York Piccadilly 46-50 Piccadilly York England $77 nightly $93 total Mar 1 - Mar 2 Total with taxes and fees 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 ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,549 reviews) Clean Staff Bed was a let down Reviewed on Feb 16, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F1%2F2026&endDate=3%2F2%2F2026&selected=67320076&PinnedHotelID=67320076&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=873144401640251392) ![Moxy York](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36770000/36762100/36762017/da3c8297_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Moxy York Black Horse Lane York England $83 nightly $100 total Mar 15 - Mar 16 Total with taxes and fees 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) Very clean room and attentive staff Reviewed on Feb 12, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F15%2F2026&endDate=3%2F16%2F2026&selected=36762017&PinnedHotelID=36762017&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=873144401640251392) ![Malmaison York](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/61000000/60610000/60606700/60606604/a08f68c1_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Malmaison York 2 ROUGIER STREET York England $91 nightly $109 total Mar 8 - Mar 9 Total with taxes and fees 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! (1,289 reviews) Staff were awesome. Lovely and welcoming. Room was great with super comfy bed, lovely bathroom and nespresso and biscuits. 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It boasts two bowling greens, tennis courts and rose gardens, and appears to be relatively free of vandalism.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/873144667269718016/b0d09746-aa78-48e1-9336-9d87d0dbbe15.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Layerthorpe Layerthorpe might not have many top sights, but Monk Bar and Treasurer's House are two attractions nearby that you can check out. [](https://expedia.com/York-Layerthorpe.dx873144667269718016) ![York Minster](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/873142873416241152/8ad9ff11-7f53-4f64-ac04-8bf7e0bd7f8e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### City Centre If you're spending some time in City Centre, Merchant Adventurers' Hall and Shambles are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.com/York-City-Centre.dx873142873416241152) ![Tang Hall Park Osbaldwick beck runs along the side of Tang Hall Park. The park itself runs between Tang Hall Lane and Melrosegate.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976396974/eb237ffc-000e-4cb4-9484-7aab9ddbf1fc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.com/York-Hull-Road.dx553248635976396974) ![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](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/873143255710265344/4b55e34e-6d86-4339-b3bd-4f98e6daf858.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Fishergate While visiting Fishergate, you might make a stop by sights like York Barbican and Kohima Museum. [](https://expedia.com/York-Fishergate.dx873143255710265344) ![Beautiful York](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/5489/67bb34cb-aa7b-4a2d-9f77-4ecdef318415.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### The Groves If you're spending some time in The Groves, Clarence Gardens and Yearsley Pool are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.com/York-The-Groves.dx873145997763760128) ![Aerial view of York minster in England](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/873139588672225280/255dbe9c-aac7-488c-82f5-d73549a6a04a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Bishophill While visiting Bishophill, you might make a stop by sights like Micklegate Bar and Yorvik Brass Rubbing Centre. 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