Things to do in Selby

Activities, attractions and tours

Aerial panoramic landscape of the North Yorkshire market town of Selby, UK
Aerial view of the North Yorkshire market town of Selby at sunrise
Aerial view of the North Yorkshire market town of Selby at sunrise
Selby
Selby

Things to do

York Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

City Sightseeing York Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

RM92
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
City Sightseeing York Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Nth York Moors Steam Train

Nth York Moors Steam Train (incl) & Whitby Small Group Day Trip.

RM486
per adult
Nth York Moors Steam Train (incl) & Whitby Small Group Day Trip.
The York Dungeon Tour

The York Dungeon Tour

RM109
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
The York Dungeon Tour
York: Witches and History Old Town Walking Tour

York: Witches and History Old Town Walking Tour

RM93
per adult
York: Witches and History Old Town Walking Tour
York: Castle Howard House and Gardens Self-Guided Ticket

York: Castle Howard House and Gardens - Self-Guided

RM147
per adult
York: Castle Howard House and Gardens - Self-Guided
Romans, Vikings and Medieval York: An Audio Tour

Romans, Vikings and Medieval York: An Audio Tour

RM49
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Romans, Vikings and Medieval York: An Audio Tour
York Witches and History Walking Tour

York Witches and History Walking Tour

RM92
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
York Witches and History Walking Tour
Self Guided Walking Tour of York with Audio Guide

Self Guided Walking Tour of York with Audio Guide

RM23
per adult
Self Guided Walking Tour of York with Audio Guide
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Tours & day trips

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City Sightseeing York Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

City Sightseeing York Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

Activity duration is 1 day
9.2 out of 10 with 125 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is RM 93 per adult
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Private & custom tours

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York: Horse Drawn Carriage Ride Around the Countryside York

York: Horse Drawn Carriage Ride Around the Countryside York

Activity duration is 1 hour
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
Free cancellation available
Price is RM 520 per traveller*
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Holiday & seasonal tours

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York: The Deathly Dark Ghost Tour

York: The Deathly Dark Ghost Tour

Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes
9.8 out of 10 with 99 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is RM 82 per adult
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Classes & workshops

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Chocolate Bar Making Workshop - York Cocoa Works

Chocolate Bar Making Workshop - York Cocoa Works

Activity duration is 1 hour and 15 minutes
9.2 out of 10 with 59 reviews
Free cancellation available
The previous price was RM 137 and current price is RM 109 per adult
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Wildlife & nature

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From York: Whitby, North York Moors & Steam Railway Day Trip

From York: Whitby, North York Moors & Steam Railway Day Trip

Activity duration is 8 hours
9.8 out of 10 with 154 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is RM 323 per adult
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What to do in Selby

Popular places to visit

Selby Abbey

Selby Abbey

You can find out about the history of Selby with a visit to Selby Abbey. Stroll along the riverfront in this relaxing area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

Selby Abbey

Selby Town Hall

Get tickets for a show at Selby Town Hall, a popular theatre in Selby. Amble around this culturally rich area's riverfront and enjoy its lively bars.

Selby Town Hall

Skipwith Common National Nature Reserve

You can take time to visit Skipwith Common National Nature Reserve during your travels to Skipwith.

Skipwith Common National Nature Reserve

Selby Superbowl

You can enjoy the entertainment at Selby Superbowl during your travels to Selby. Amble around this family-friendly area's riverfront and enjoy its lively bars.

Selby Superbowl

Selby Leisure Centre

Enjoy an outing to Selby Leisure Centre during your stay in Selby. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the bars and restaurants.

Selby Leisure Centre

Barlow Common

Explore the great outdoors at Barlow Common, a lovely green space in Selby. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the bars and restaurants.

Barlow Common

The Oaks Golf Club

Enjoy a round of golf in Ellerton at The Oaks Golf Club.

The Oaks Golf Club

Frequently asked questions

Is Selby worth visiting?
Offering a mix of walking trails and nature, there's no shortage of things to do in Selby. When you're here, head to Selby Superbowl, a must-see attraction in the area.
How do I spend a day in Selby?
After you've visited key attractions like Selby Superbowl and Selby Town Hall, spend the rest of your day enjoying the food and retail options in Selby.
What is the top tourist attraction in Selby?
Selby Superbowl is one of the top tourist attractions in Selby and deserves a place on every to-do list of the area.
Is three days enough to stay in Selby?
You can easily enjoy leading sights like Selby Superbowl, Selby Abbey and Stillingfleet Lodge Gardens with a three-day escape to Selby. On average, most travellers plan two days here. There's plenty to experience nearby too, so stay a bit longer and venture to York.
Is Selby a walkable city?
With exciting neighbourhoods and top sights within walking distance of the city centre, Selby is a great destination to discover on foot. Have fun wandering between Selby Superbowl and Selby Abbey. Then take a stroll through Barlby, located 2 kilometres from the centre, and North Duffield, which is about 5 kilometres away.
What are some activities to do in Selby with kids?
If you're looking for activities and attractions for all of your group, check out these great ideas for what to do in Selby with kids.

What to do in Selby for adults?
There are loads of things to do in Selby, with entertainment for adults of all ages. End the day with a visit to The Oaks Spa or Bishopthorpe Tennis Club.
Are there free things to do in Selby?
One of the simplest ways to discover free things to do in Selby is to chat to a local tour guide. You'll get insider advice on exciting neighbourhoods, parks and other highlights you can experience without opening your wallet. Selby Abbey is one place that doesn't have an admission fee.