Bishophill Travel Guide
York
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Popular places to visit
Shambles
This picturesque cobblestone street has a fascinating medieval history and crooked buildings that appear to almost fall into one another.
York Minster
The city’s emblem is known for its superb stained-glass windows, underground treasure chambers and tall tower with spectacular views.
York Racecourse
You can take time to visit York Racecourse during your travels to York. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this romantic area.
University of York
Explore the campus of University of York during your visit to Heslington. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
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 St. John University
Explore the campus of York St. John University as part of your travels around York. Discover the area's shops or seek out its local tours.
Top hotels in Bishophill
Radisson Hotel York
Great location, easy check in and room was clean and well presented.
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Malmaison York
Room excellent. Restaurant/bar staff not very attentive.
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026
The Grand, York
Friendly staff and lovely room
Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026
Hampton by Hilton York
Convenient location, close to train station and city centre but also very quiet. Staff very friendly and helpful. Room, good size, comfortable, well equipped and spotlessly clean. Breakfast - fantastic choice, regularly topped up, very tasty and good and hot. Highly recommend
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Middletons Hotel
Fabulous stay from beginning to end, room spotless, facilities great, breakfast was gorgeous and all the staff were so lovely and helpful!
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
The Queens Hotel & Victoria Cloisters
Very good first impression , staff friendly and helpful, lovely room, very comfy bed, would have preferred a shower cubicle, not a shower over bath. All very good will certainly be staying here again
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Bishophill
City Centre
If you're spending some time in City Centre, Merchant Adventurers' Hall and Shambles are top sights worth seeing.
Bootham
While visiting Bootham, you might make a stop by sights like York Theatre Royal and St. Mary's Abbey.
South Bank
While South Bank isn't home to many top sights, York Racecourse and Micklegate Bar are some notable places to visit nearby.
Holgate
While visiting Holgate, you might make a stop by sights like National Railway Museum and York Cold War Bunker.
The Groves
If you're spending some time in The Groves, Clarence Gardens and Yearsley Pool 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.
