City Centre Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A historic cathedral with Gothic architecture, a clear night sky, and a street with buildings on either side.
A historic cathedral with Gothic architecture, a well-maintained lawn, and a metal fence.
A historic cathedral with intricate architecture, a brick building with a red-tiled roof, and a tree-lined street.
A historic town with a prominent cathedral, brick buildings, and a well-maintained garden.
A historic cathedral with Gothic architecture, surrounded by traditional buildings and a cobblestone street.

Stay near popular City Centre attractions

A large Gothic cathedral with intricate stonework and pointed arches.

York Minster

9.4/10 (3,458 reviews)
The city’s emblem is known for its superb stained-glass windows, underground treasure chambers and tall tower with spectacular views.
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Activities

York Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

City Sightseeing York Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

NZ$39
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
City Sightseeing York Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Nth York Moors Steam Train

Nth York Moors Steam Train (incl) & Whitby Small Group Day Trip.

NZ$203
per adult
Nth York Moors Steam Train (incl) & Whitby Small Group Day Trip.
York: Witches and History Old Town Walking Tour

York: Witches and History Old Town Walking Tour

NZ$39
per adult
York: Witches and History Old Town Walking Tour
Chocolate Bar Making Workshop - York Cocoa Works

Chocolate Bar Making Workshop - York Cocoa Works

NZ$45
per adult
Chocolate Bar Making Workshop - York Cocoa Works
York: Introduction to Chocolate Making Experience

York: Introduction to Chocolate Making Experience

NZ$142
per adult
York: Introduction to Chocolate Making Experience
York: "All Creatures Great and Small" Yorkshire Dales Tour

York: "All Creatures Great and Small" Yorkshire Dales Tour

NZ$185
per adult
York: "All Creatures Great and Small" Yorkshire Dales Tour
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Our pick of the best City Centre Hotel Deals

Hampton by Hilton York Piccadilly

Hampton by Hilton York Piccadilly

3 out of 5
46-50 Piccadilly York England
The price is NZ$199 per night from 5 July to 6 July
NZ$199
5 July - 6 July
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! (1,736 reviews)
"Great location nice breakfast rooms clean and all facilities were good Only downside is no parking and limited space locally unless you book early"

Reviewed on 30 June 2026

Hampton by Hilton York Piccadilly
Moxy York

Moxy York

3.5 out of 5
Black Horse Lane York England
The price is NZ$208 per night from 5 July to 6 July
NZ$208
5 July - 6 July
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! (1,003 reviews)
"Great location and super chic design. Fun lobby with stuff to do for our teens. Gym was great. Excellent hub for our couple days in York. Quiet. Room was a great size and modern. Breakfast was very good and lots of options as well. Only meh was toilet flusher didn’t work super well"

Reviewed on 2 July 2026

Moxy York
Hotel Indigo York by IHG

Hotel Indigo York by IHG

4 out of 5
88-96 Walmgate York England
The price is NZ$211 per night from 5 July to 6 July
NZ$211
5 July - 6 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in York. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,249 reviews)
"Lovely hotel, great staff and good location"

Reviewed on 30 June 2026

Hotel Indigo York by IHG
Impossible Motel

Impossible Motel

3 out of 5
3 St. Helens Square York England
The price is NZ$171 per night from 5 July to 6 July
NZ$171
5 July - 6 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in York. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (157 reviews)
"Ok"

Reviewed on 26 June 2026

Impossible Motel
Hilton York

Hilton York

4 out of 5
1 Tower Street York England
The price is NZ$234 per night from 26 July to 27 July
NZ$234
26 July - 27 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in York. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), 24-hour room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,001 reviews)
"Todo muy bien y cerca del centro"

Reviewed on 2 July 2026

Hilton York
Hocus Pocus Tiny Hotel

Hocus Pocus Tiny Hotel

3 out of 5
2 Patrick Pool York England
The price is NZ$456 per night from 14 July to 15 July
NZ$456
14 July - 15 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this guesthouse in York. Enjoy daily housekeeping and a computer station. Popular attractions Shambles and York Christmas Market are located nearby.
9.2/10 Wonderful! (68 reviews)
"Location was close to Shambles. Adorable room. Luckily on the first floor. Stairs were narrow."

Reviewed on 24 June 2026

Hocus Pocus Tiny Hotel
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Our guide on where to stay in City Centre

Find the best City Centre areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A historic cathedral surrounded by red-roofed buildings and green trees.

Bishophill

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

A nighttime cityscape with illuminated buildings, a prominent cathedral, and a lit-up intersection with light trails from vehicles.
Photo by Ron Photos
Open Photo by Ron Photos

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.

A curved bridge over a river with trees and greenery on both sides.
Photo by rod collier
Open Photo by rod collier

Fishergate

While visiting Fishergate, you might make a stop by sights like York Barbican and Kohima Museum.

A historic church with a prominent clock tower and a red door.
Photo by Alison Stamp
Open Photo by Alison Stamp

Fulford

Travellers come to Fulford for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like McArthur Glen Designer Outlet and Fulford Golf Club while you're in town.

A historic stone structure with Gothic arches and intricate carvings.

Bootham

While visiting Bootham, you might make a stop by sights like York Theatre Royal and St. Mary's Abbey.

City Centre Travel Guide

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