City Centre

York

York Minster
York Minster
Early 17th Century rebuild of a 16th Century house.
The main entrance of York Minster. This was with a 10mm lens. It is BIG.
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Popular places to visit

Shambles featuring heritage architecture and street scenes

Shambles

4.5/5(967 reviews)

This picturesque cobblestone street has a fascinating medieval history and crooked buildings that appear to almost fall into one another.

Shambles
York Minster which includes religious aspects, a church or cathedral and a square or plaza

York Minster

4.5/5(775 reviews)

The city’s emblem is known for its superb stained-glass windows, underground treasure chambers and tall tower with spectacular views.

York Minster
Jorvik Viking Centre

Jorvik Viking Centre

4.5/5(334 reviews)

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.

Jorvik Viking Centre
York which includes heritage architecture

York City Walls

4.5/5(17 reviews)

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 City Walls
A christmas market stall

York Christmas Market

4.5/5(11 reviews)

During your visit to York, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at York Christmas Market. Discover the area's fascinating museums or seek out its local tours.

York Christmas Market
York Grand Opera House

York Grand Opera House

4/5(1 review)

Enjoy a show at York Grand Opera House, a theatre with a story to tell in York. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this walkable area.

York Grand Opera House

Things to do

York Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

City Sightseeing York Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

RM93
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
City Sightseeing York Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Nth York Moor Small group day trip tour to Whitby inc steam Train

Nth York Moors National Park & Whitby Small Group Day Trip.

RM432
per adult
Nth York Moors National Park & Whitby Small Group Day Trip.
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
The beautiful city of York has the best preserved medieval streets in the country.

Romans, Vikings and Medieval York: An Audio Tour

RM48
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

RM93
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
York Witches and History Walking Tour
Forbidden Chronicles- Tour of York

York's Forbidden Chronicles- Terrors from the dark side.

RM68
per adult
York's Forbidden Chronicles- Terrors from the dark side.
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Top hotels in City Centre

Hampton by Hilton York Piccadilly

Hampton by Hilton York Piccadilly

3 out of 5
46-50 Piccadilly York England
The price is RM339 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
RM339
RM407 total
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in York. Enjoy free breakfast, a fitness centre and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,532 reviews)
Room was great and clean. The breakfast variety was good but the quality of food was average

Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026

Hampton by Hilton York Piccadilly
Moxy York

Moxy York

3.5 out of 5
Black Horse Lane York England
The price is RM309 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
RM309
RM371 total
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in York. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
Great location and best breakfast since being vegan, everything clearly labelled and lots of options!

Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026

Moxy York
Hilton York

Hilton York

4 out of 5
1 Tower Street York England
The price is RM324 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
RM324
RM388 total
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in York. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), 24-hour room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
Room lovely, clean and warm. Staff were all spot on. Great location as well.

Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026

Hilton York
Hotel Indigo York by IHG

Hotel Indigo York by IHG

4 out of 5
88-96 Walmgate York England
The price is RM305 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
RM305
RM365 total
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in York. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,255 reviews)
Clean hotel. Friendly staff.

Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026

Hotel Indigo York by IHG
Holiday Inn York City Centre by IHG

Holiday Inn York City Centre by IHG

4 out of 5
53 Piccadilly York England
The price is RM300 per night from 12 Feb to 13 Feb
RM300
RM360 total
12 Feb - 13 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in York. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
One of the best if not the best rooms i have ever stayed in. It was so clean. The temperature was just right and such a comfortable bed.

Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026

Holiday Inn York City Centre by IHG
Impossible Motel

Impossible Motel

3 out of 5
3 St. Helens Square York England
Stay at this hotel in York. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (134 reviews)
Nice room. Quirky

Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026

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Other neighbourhoods around City Centre

Aerial view of York minster in England

Bishophill

If you're spending some time in Bishophill, Micklegate Bar and Yorvik Brass Rubbing Centre are top sights worth seeing.

Bishophill
The Yorkshire Museum in York.

Bootham

While visiting Bootham, you might make a stop by sights like York Theatre Royal and St. Mary's Abbey.

Bootham
The Stone Circle in the park

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 Merchant Adventurers' Hall.

Foss Islands
Glen Gardens, York Glen Gardens is a small, traditional park in the suburb of Heworth. It boasts two bowling greens, tennis courts and rose gardens, and appears to be relatively free of vandalism.

Layerthorpe

When in Layerthorpe, you can plan a visit to Merchant Taylors' Hall and Monk Bar, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Layerthorpe
Beautiful York

The Groves

If you're spending some time in The Groves, Clarence Gardens and Yearsley Pool are top sights worth seeing.

The Groves
The almost same location

South Bank

While South Bank isn't home to many top sights, York Racecourse and Micklegate Bar are some notable places to visit nearby.

South Bank

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