City Centre
York
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Popular places to visit
York Minster
The city’s emblem is known for its superb stained-glass windows, underground treasure chambers and tall tower with spectacular views.
Shambles
This picturesque cobblestone street has a fascinating medieval history and crooked buildings that appear to almost fall into one another.
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.
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 Grand Opera House
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 Dungeon
Laugh, squirm and recoil at the ghastly torture methods and grisly crimes recreated in this prison-like museum where you can immerse yourself in macabre practices and living conditions of the Middle Ages.
Things to do
City Sightseeing York Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
York: Witches and History Old Town Walking Tour
Mad Alice’s The Bloody Tour of York -Best Tour Award Europe
Shadows of York: Ghost Walk and Horrible History.
York Historical Gems Tour & A Taste of York Chocolate
Top hotels in City Centre
Hampton by Hilton York Piccadilly
Breakfast sausages were very poor quality
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
Moxy York
very clean room, no water available, no fridge, no cupboards or wardrobes
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
Hotel Indigo York by IHG
The hotel was well-situated in the centre of York. The staff were very welcoming and efficient. There were a few small cobwebs around the base of some of the room furniture and the shower room had a stale smell on arrival, which could be associated with the shower not being used, or if the water ...
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
Hilton York
Nice clean room, nice hotel and friendly staff. Excellent lady cooking any extra breakfast requirements to order. The only downside was the overpowering smell of air freshener in reception, not good for breathing.
Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025
Impossible Motel
The check in staff were fabulous. Friendly and helpful. The room was small but not wholly unexpected. This hotel is great location. The bath was great. The bath candles didn’t have batteries, the shower leaked all over the floor too. The main downside is by far the noise from the bar downstairs which ...
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
Dean Court Hotel
Wonderful stay at a hotel right next to York Minster. Loved the spacious room, comfy bed and hot breakfast in the morning. This is our 2nd stay here and when we return to York we will stay again.
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around City Centre
Bishophill
If you're spending some time in Bishophill, Micklegate Bar and Yorvik Brass Rubbing Centre are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Bootham
While visiting Bootham, you might make a stop by sights like Bootham Bar and York Theatre Royal.
The Groves
If you're spending some time in The Groves, Clarence Gardens and Yearsley Pool are top sights worth seeing.
Layerthorpe
When in Layerthorpe, you can plan a visit to Monk Bar and Merchant Adventurers' Hall, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Fishergate
While visiting Fishergate, you might make a stop by sights like York Barbican and Kohima Museum.
