Reviewed on Jul 22, 2025
This picturesque cobblestone street has a fascinating medieval history and crooked buildings that appear to almost fall into one another.
Browse relics that date back to medieval times in this former spiritual and political hub with majestic chambers and gardens.
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.
See some of York’s most impressive sights on a walk around the historic perimeter wall that has its origins in the Roman era.
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.
You can study the exhibits at Margaret Clitherow House and Shrine, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to York. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this family-friendly area.
