Layerthorpe Travel Guide

York

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.
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.
Holy Trinity Church, Heworth Built in 1868/9 to serve the growing suburb of Heworth.
Heworth Church.
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View down Heworth Green towards York
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Popular places to visit

York Minster featuring heritage architecture, religious elements and a square or plaza

York Minster

4.5/5(775 reviews)

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

York Minster
Shambles which includes heritage architecture and street scenes

Shambles

4.5/5(967 reviews)

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

Shambles
a little night time photo shot at York Racecourse

York Racecourse

4.5/5(139 reviews)

You can take time to visit York Racecourse during your travels to York. Visit the shops and lively bars in this family-friendly area.

York Racecourse
A view from the atlas fountain across to Castle Howard, a beautiful stately home to visit in Yorkshire. Made famous from the television series ‘Brideshead Revisited’

Castle Howard

4.5/5(128 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Henderskelfe with a stop at Castle Howard. Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this relaxing area.

Castle Howard
The sun setting over a wintery day on the Heslington East campus at the University of York #goldenhour

University of York

4.5/5(76 reviews)

Explore the campus of University of York during your visit to Heslington. Discover the lively bars and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

University of York
Walmgate Bar in York

York Barbican

4.5/5(105 reviews)

Enjoy a show at York Barbican, a theatre with a story to tell in York. Make time for the shops and local tours in this walkable area.

York Barbican

Top hotels in Layerthorpe

Premier Inn York City Centre - Layerthorpe

Premier Inn York City Centre - Layerthorpe

3 out of 5
Foss Islands Rd York England
The price is ₹5,747 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
₹5,747
₹6,896 total
15 Mar - 16 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in York. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Shambles and York Minster are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (21 reviews)
New renovation

Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026

Premier Inn York City Centre - Layerthorpe
Radisson Hotel York

Radisson Hotel York

4 out of 5
North Street York England
The price is ₹6,978 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
₹6,978
₹8,374 total
22 Mar - 23 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in York. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,009 reviews)
I have stayed at this hotel before and was delighted to find that it's standards hadn't fallen at all. My room was clean and well laid out and had a lovely view of the river & the various boats going up & down. The staff are friendly and helpful and the food, especially the breakfast, is really good. ...

Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026

Radisson Hotel York
Hampton by Hilton York Piccadilly

Hampton by Hilton York Piccadilly

3 out of 5
46-50 Piccadilly York England
The price is ₹7,414 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
₹7,414
₹8,897 total
22 Mar - 23 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in York. Enjoy free breakfast, a fitness centre and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,578 reviews)
LOVELY HOTEL. BREAKFAST A BIT BASIC BUT OVERALL OKAY, FOR THE PRICE CAN'T GO TOO WRONG

Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026

Hampton by Hilton York Piccadilly
The Milner York

The Milner York

4 out of 5
Station Road York England
The price is ₹9,077 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
₹9,077
₹10,893 total
22 Mar - 23 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in York. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,723 reviews)
We had the most gorgeous stay… staff were really helpful. Our suite was gorgeous. Easy and convenient for York city centre and walking everywhere. Will 100% be back! Thank you

Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026

The Milner York
Moxy York

Moxy York

3.5 out of 5
Black Horse Lane York England
The price is ₹7,286 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
₹7,286
₹8,743 total
15 Mar - 16 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in York. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
Room temperature very good close to town

Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026

Moxy York
The Grand, York

The Grand, York

5 out of 5
Station Rise York England
The price is ₹16,717 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
₹16,717
₹20,060 total
22 Mar - 23 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in York. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,154 reviews)
The bed headboard in the room was badly worn out would not expect this from a five star hotel and huge amount of dust on it

Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026

The Grand, York
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Other neighbourhoods around Layerthorpe

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

Though Foss Islands may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Walmgate Bar and York Barbican.

Foss Islands
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
York Minster

City Centre

If you're spending some time in City Centre, Merchant Adventurers' Hall and Shambles are top sights worth seeing.

City Centre
The Yorkshire Museum in York.

Bootham

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

Bootham
Tang Hall Park Osbaldwick beck runs along the side of Tang Hall Park. The park itself runs between Tang Hall Lane and Melrosegate.

Hull Road

Hull Road might not have many top sights, but Walmgate Bar and York Barbican are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Hull Road
Aerial view of York minster in England

Bishophill

If you're spending some time in Bishophill, Micklegate Bar and Yorvik Brass Rubbing Centre are top sights worth seeing.

Bishophill

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