Reviewed on Oct 21, 2025
Find out about the history of York with a stop at Micklegate Bar. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this walkable area.
See the pretty city of York from above and discover dark secrets at this 13th-century tower on a scenic hilltop.
Go on a journey through history, from the Jacobean era to the Swinging Sixties, in this museum located in the former prison of an 11th-century castle.
From West End musicals to tribute bands and traditional British pantomimes, this century-old theater has performing arts events for all ages.
Laugh, squirm and recoil at the ghastly torture methods and grisly crimes recreated in this prison-like museum where you can immerse yourself in macabre practices and living conditions of the Middle Ages.
Explore the great outdoors at Goddards Garden, a lovely green space in York. Check out the shops and lively bars in this family-friendly area.
