City Centre Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit City Centre
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.
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 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.
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 Grand Opera House
Enjoy a show at York Grand Opera House, a theatre with a story to tell in York. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this walkable area.
Activities
City Sightseeing York Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
York: Witches and History Old Town Walking Tour
York Witches and History Walking Tour
York: Introduction to Chocolate Making Experience
Chocolate Bar Making Workshop - York Cocoa Works
Our pick of the best City Centre Hotel Deals
Hampton by Hilton York Piccadilly
Nice welcome . Lovely clean rooms and a great location. Very quiet overnight.
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
Moxy York
All good. Would have liked a shelf to put clothes
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Hilton York
Friendly staff and clean amenities
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Hotel Indigo York by IHG
Great staff and lovely room. A perfect location for exploring the city without it being too close to noise. The price was really reasonable too. Would definitely stay again.
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Dean Court Hotel
Staff were very nice .Very accommodating .I had a bad head ache .The receptionist let us keep the rolm for longer .Great breakfast Excellent location The staff made it for us .Lovely
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Impossible Motel
Lovely room,very helpful staff, great communication before we arrived .will definitely return
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around City Centre
Bishophill
If you're spending some time in Bishophill, Micklegate Bar and Yorvik Brass Rubbing Centre are top sights worth seeing.
Bootham
While visiting Bootham, you might make a stop by sights like King's Manor and York Theatre Royal.
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.
Layerthorpe
When in Layerthorpe, you can plan a visit to Monk Bar and Treasurer's House, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
The Groves
If you're spending some time in The Groves, Clarence Gardens and Yearsley Pool are top sights worth seeing.
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.
