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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 top-notch restaurants in this romantic area.
Jorvik Viking Centre
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.
York City Walls
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 St. John University
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.
Things to do
City Sightseeing York Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
York: Witches and History Old Town Walking Tour
The Deathly Dark Tour of York: Experience of the Year 2024
From York: North Moors and Whitby Tour
York Witches and History Walking Tour
Shadows of York: Ghost Walk and Horrible History.
Foss Islands Hotel Deals
The Milner York
Receptionist was very welcoming
Reviewed on Nov 8, 2025
Radisson Hotel York
Excellent service clean and comfortable good location in site parking would definitely stay again
Reviewed on Nov 9, 2025
Hampton by Hilton York Piccadilly
Ok
Reviewed on Nov 7, 2025
Malmaison York
The room was perfect, staff very professional and helpful. We loved our stay and will definitely return.
Reviewed on Nov 8, 2025
Moxy York
Clean room, warm welcome, nice breakfast
Reviewed on Nov 8, 2025
Days Inn by Wyndham Wetherby
Stayed 3 nights to visit events in Harrogate. Super clean hotel in excellent condition, pet friendly with plenty of grassy areas to walk out dog on a leash. Being located on a service area there are numerous food outlets Greggs, Costa Coffee, Cornish Pastie Co, M&S Foods, etc). We had an accessible ...
Reviewed on Nov 10, 2025
Other neighborhoods around Foss Islands
Layerthorpe
Layerthorpe might not have many top sights, but Monk Bar and Treasurer's House 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.
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.
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.
Bishophill
While visiting Bishophill, you might make a stop by sights like Micklegate Bar and Yorvik Brass Rubbing Centre.
