North Yorkshire Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular cities in North Yorkshire
York
Known for Friendly people, Bars and Historical
Medieval monuments set around cobblestone lanes, a lively arts scene and scenic shopping streets make York one of England’s most captivating cities.
Reasons to visit
- York Minster
- Shambles
- York Racecourse
Scarborough
Known for Friendly people, Sea and Beaches
Gaze up at the iconic limestone cliffs rising from the North Sea in this lively town with a history of explorers.
Reasons to visit
- Scarborough Open Air Theatre
- North Bay Beach
- Scarborough Spa
Whitby
Known for Friendly people, Ports and Historical
Enjoy picturesque clifftop views in the town where Dracula took form and Captain Cook learned his trade.
Reasons to visit
- Whitby Harbour
- Whitby Beach
- Robin Hood's Bay Beach
Harrogate
Known for Friendly people, Bars and Business
A gateway to the Yorkshire Dales, this spa town has modern entertainment venues and restaurants to complement the traditional tea rooms and Edwardian architecture.
Reasons to visit
- Harrogate Convention Centre
- Turkish Baths and Health Spa
- Ripley Castle and Gardens
Skipton
Known for Friendly people, Relaxing and Spas
Reasons to visit
- Malham Cove
- Skipton Castle
- Pen-y-Ghent
Ripon
Known for Friendly people, Bars and Gardens
Reasons to visit
- Fountains Abbey
- Lightwater Valley Theme Park
- Newby Hall and Gardens