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

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

York Minster

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

York Minster
Shambles featuring heritage architecture and street scenes

Shambles

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

Shambles
Jorvik Viking Centre

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.

Jorvik Viking Centre
York which includes heritage architecture

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 City Walls
A christmas market stall

York Christmas Market

During your visit to York, you can search for that perfect souvenir 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

Get tickets for a show at York Grand Opera House, a theater 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

P1,347
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
City Sightseeing York Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Self Guided Walking Tour of York with Audio Guide

Self Guided Walking Tour of York with Audio Guide

P344
per adult
Self Guided Walking Tour of York with Audio Guide
York: Witches and History Old Town Walking Tour

York: Witches and History Old Town Walking Tour

P1,347
per adult
York: Witches and History Old Town Walking Tour
Nth York Moor Small group day trip tour to Whitby inc steam Train

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

P6,258
per adult
Nth York Moors National Park & Whitby Small Group Day Trip.
York Hop-on Hop-off Open Top Bus Tour

York: Golden Tours Hop-on Hop-off Open Top Bus Tour- 24 Hours Ticket

P1,268
per adult
York: Golden Tours Hop-on Hop-off Open Top Bus Tour- 24 Hours Ticket
We deep dive into the 15th century's idea of the Apocolypse depicted in glass.

Discover York's Stained Glass

P1,980
per adult
Discover York's Stained Glass
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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 P4,640 per night from Mar 8 to Mar 9
P4,640
P5,568 total
Mar 8 - Mar 9
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in York. Enjoy free breakfast, a fitness center, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,568 reviews)
Spotless. Very friendly. Great location

Reviewed on Feb 25, 2026

Hampton by Hilton York Piccadilly
Moxy York

Moxy York

3.5 out of 5
Black Horse Lane York England
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P4,225 per night from Mar 22 to Mar 23
P4,225
P5,069 total
Mar 22 - Mar 23
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in York. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
Check in was efficient and friendly. Room spotless and good amenities. Cheeky drink on arrival was a nice touch

Reviewed on Feb 25, 2026

Moxy York
Hilton York

Hilton York

4 out of 5
1 Tower Street York England
The price is P4,778 per night from Mar 8 to Mar 9
P4,778
P5,733 total
Mar 8 - Mar 9
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in York. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), 24-hour room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
Pretty mediocre, bathroom door didn't latch or lock at all. The noise of the cistern / radiator was very loud when trying to sleep. Also the light behind the bed didn’t work. Bed was firm but pillows were decent. Check-in was quick and friendly. Would say it wasn’t worth what we paid at all if Im ...

Reviewed on Feb 19, 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 P4,158 per night from Mar 1 to Mar 2
P4,158
P4,989 total
Mar 1 - Mar 2
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in York. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,243 reviews)
Room was clean. All staff were very friendly.

Reviewed on Feb 23, 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 P4,417 per night from Mar 1 to Mar 2
P4,417
P5,301 total
Mar 1 - Mar 2
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in York. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,009 reviews)
Very clean and comfortable room! The one thing that sucked as they had the windows open when we arrived (in February!) and our room was FREEZING and it took quite a while to get it warm. There were great bathroom amenities, although the shower conditioner was actually just more soap when I put it ...

Reviewed on Feb 25, 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 WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (136 reviews)
Lovely room,very helpful staff, great communication before we arrived .will definitely return

Reviewed on Feb 15, 2026

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Other neighbourhoods around City Centre

Aerial view of York minster in England

Bishophill

While visiting Bishophill, you might make a stop by sights like Micklegate Bar and Yorvik Brass Rubbing Centre.

Bishophill
The Yorkshire Museum in York.

Bootham

While visiting Bootham, you might make a stop by sights like York Theatre Royal and Yorkshire Museum.

Bootham
Walmgate Bar, York Looking west from Jenny's Fish & Chips on the corner of Lawrence Street. The gate or 'bar' in York's city walls still has its original 12th century archway with portcullis and 15th century wooden gates

Foss Islands

While Foss Islands isn't home to many top sights, York Barbican and Merchant Adventurers' Hall are some notable places to visit nearby.

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

Layerthorpe might not have many top sights, but Treasurer's House and Merchant Adventurers' Hall are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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

When in South Bank, you can plan a visit to York Racecourse and Bar Convent Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

South Bank

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