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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 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 Racecourse
You can take time to visit York Racecourse during your travels to York. Visit 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 St. John University
Explore the campus of York St. John University as part of your travels around York. Discover the area's shops or seek out its local tours.
Things to do
Day Trip to York via Train with Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Original Harry Potter Locations Tour : Guided Tour of York
City Sightseeing York Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
York's Famous Ghosts Smartphone App walking tour
York's Chocolate Story: Guided Tour
The Forbidden Chronicles
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Other neighbourhoods around South Bank
Bishophill
If you're spending some time in Bishophill, Micklegate Bar and Yorvik Brass Rubbing Centre are top sights worth seeing.
Fishergate
While visiting Fishergate, you might make a stop by sights like York Barbican and Kohima Museum.
City Centre
If you're spending some time in City Centre, Merchant Adventurers' Hall and Shambles are top sights worth seeing.
Holgate
While visiting Holgate, you might make a stop by sights like York National Railway Museum and National Railway Museum.
Bootham
While visiting Bootham, you might make a stop by sights like York Theatre Royal and St. Mary's Abbey.
Foss Islands
Though Foss Islands may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like York Barbican and Yorkshire's Winter Wonderland.
- Rowntree Park
- York Minster
- Shambles
- York Christmas Market
- Jorvik Viking Centre
- Harrogate Convention Centre
- Castle Howard
- York St. John University
- York Barbican
- McArthur Glen Designer Outlet
- Harewood House
- Turkish Baths and Health Spa
- York National Railway Museum
- Roundhay Park
- Bramham Park
- Temple Newsam House
- Clifford's Tower
- Stockeld Park
- York Castle Museum
- Royal Hall