Things to do in Selby

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Aerial panoramic landscape of the North Yorkshire market town of Selby, UK
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
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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
9.0 out of 10 with 124 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is P 1,345 per adult
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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 P 7,518 per traveler*
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York: Afternoon Tea at Mercure York Fairfield Manor

York: Afternoon Tea at Mercure York Fairfield Manor

Activity duration is 5 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is P 1,781 per adult
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York: Chocolate Bar Making Workshop at York Cocoa Works

York: Chocolate Bar Making Workshop at York Cocoa Works

Activity duration is 1 hour
9.4 out of 10 with 81 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is P 1,978 per adult
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Guided Cycling Tour of York

Guided Cycling Tour of York

Activity duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes
10.0 out of 10 with 113 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is P 2,374 per adult
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What to do in Selby

Popular places to visit

Selby Abby

Selby Abbey

You can find out about the history of Selby with a stop at Selby Abbey. Stroll along the riverfront in this family-friendly area, or check out its lively bars.

Selby Abbey

Selby Town Hall

Enjoy a show at Selby Town Hall, a storied theater 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 relaxing area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Selby Superbowl

The Oaks Golf Club

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

The Oaks Golf Club

Barlow Common

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

Barlow Common

Selby Leisure Centre

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

Selby Leisure Centre
York Minster featuring a square or plaza, a church or cathedral and religious elements

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Corn Exchange showing heritage architecture and street scenes as well as a small group of people

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St.Edmund's church Isolated parish church at Kellington

Kellington

Aerial Photo of Goole UK showing Marina. Goole is a port town and civil parish on the River Ouse in the East Riding of Yorkshire, England.

Goole

Holme on Spalding Moor IMG_0699
Photo by Paul Lakin (Creative Commons Attribution 3.0)

Holme-on-Spalding-Moor

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 travelers 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 neighborhoods and top sights within walking distance of the city center, 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 kilometers from the center, and North Duffield, which is about 5 kilometers 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 neighborhoods, parks and other highlights you can experience without opening your wallet. Selby Abbey is one place that doesn't have an admission fee.