Bootham
York
Popular places to visit
Yorkshire Museum Gardens
Relax in a tranquil park that houses one of the most popular museums in York and offers peaceful lawns that border the River Ouse.
St. Mary's Abbey
Once one of the wealthiest abbeys in the country, the millennium-old ruins of this historic building are now surrounded by a charming park.
Yorkshire Museum
Examine a Viking sword from 1,000 years ago, Roman and medieval remnants and the skeletons of extinct animals in this revered museum.
York Art Gallery
You can browse the exhibits at York Art Gallery, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Bootham. Discover the area's fascinating museums, or seek out its local tours.
Multangular Tower
Learn about the local history of Bootham with a stop at Multangular Tower. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this romantic area.
York Theatre Royal
Get tickets for a show at York Theatre Royal, a theater with a story to tell in Bootham. Discover the area's shops, or seek out its local tours.
Things to do
City Sightseeing York Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
York: Witches and History Old Town Walking Tour
Nidderdale Driving Self-Guided Tour with an APP
York: Golden Tours Hop-on Hop-off Open Top Bus Tour- 24 Hours Ticket
Top hotels in Bootham
The Minster Hotel York
Small traditional family run hotel. Comfortable and convenient. On site parking and short walk to city centre. Friendly and accommodating staff. Great breakfasts.
Reviewed on Dec 23, 2025
The Milner York
Grand hotel, clean and all great
Reviewed on Dec 26, 2025
Moxy York
First time staying at a Moxy hotel and we will definitely use this brand in the future
Reviewed on Dec 27, 2025
Malmaison York
Quick check-in. Nice room. Great location. Highly recommend!
Reviewed on Dec 24, 2025
Delta Hotels by Marriott York
Staff were excellent and couldn't done enough. Yes, rooms are tired looking, but you can overlook that if staff are accommodating.
Reviewed on Dec 29, 2025
Hampton by Hilton York Piccadilly
Very clean, nice rooms.
Reviewed on Dec 23, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Bootham
The Groves
If you're spending some time in The Groves, Clarence Gardens and Yearsley Pool are top sights worth seeing.
Clifton
While there might not be top attractions in Clifton, you can explore the larger area and discover places like St. Mary's Abbey and York Theatre Royal.
City Centre
If you're spending some time in City Centre, Merchant Adventurers' Hall and Shambles are top sights worth seeing.
Bishophill
While visiting Bishophill, you might make a stop by sights like Micklegate Bar and Yorvik Brass Rubbing Centre.
Layerthorpe
Layerthorpe might not have many top sights, but Merchant Taylors' Hall and Monk Bar are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Holgate
While visiting Holgate, you might make a stop by sights like National Railway Museum and York Cold War Bunker.
