City Centre Travel Guide
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.
York Christmas Market
During your visit to York, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at York Christmas Market. Discover the area's fascinating museums or seek out its local tours.
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.
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 Castle Museum
Go on a journey through history, from the Jacobean era to the Swinging Sixties, in this museum located in the former prison of an 11th-century castle.
Top hotels in City Centre
Moxy York
"Room and location were great. I only wish that our room had a mini fridge."
Reviewed on 10 Jun 2026
Hampton by Hilton York Piccadilly
"Bathroom not as clean as our first visit there . Breakfast was good, great location to city center."
Reviewed on 9 Jun 2026
Hotel Indigo York by IHG
"Staff were very helpful, the breakfast was varied and the room clean. In a great location for exploring York"
Reviewed on 9 Jun 2026
Impossible Motel
"This is a nice hotel, but not what we were expecting. The room was in the vault. It was atmospheric. But dark. The toilet is next to the head of the bed. And no door….. Even with the lights on it’s not bright. Only one key card per room. Which makes it difficult to go out and get stuff as the lights ..."
Reviewed on 6 Jun 2026
Hilton York
"There was work being done in the reception area. But it did not affect our stay. The room was perfect. The breakfast was wonderful. The staff were very attentive, friendly and polite. I would stay here again. Very happy"
Reviewed on 6 Jun 2026
Hocus Pocus Tiny Hotel
"This hotel is super unique i doubt you're find to places like this. Extremely themed and surprisingly looks better than the photos."
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026
Where to stay in City Centre
South Bank
While South Bank isn't home to many top sights, York Racecourse and Bar Convent Museum are some notable places to visit nearby.
Bishophill
If you're spending some time in Bishophill, Micklegate Bar and Yorvik Brass Rubbing Centre are top sights worth seeing.
Fishergate
While visiting Fishergate, you might make a stop by sights like York Barbican and Kohima Museum.
Bootham
While visiting Bootham, you might make a stop by sights like York Theatre Royal and St. Mary's Abbey.
Holgate
While visiting Holgate, you might make a stop by sights like National Railway Museum and York Cold War Bunker.
