Clifton Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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 Racecourse
You can take time to visit York Racecourse during your travels to York. Visit the shops and lively bars in this family-friendly area.
University of York
Explore the campus of University of York during your visit to Heslington. Discover the lively bars and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
York Barbican
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.
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.
Activities
City Sightseeing York Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
York: Witches and History Old Town Walking Tour
York Witches and History Walking Tour
Nth York Moors Steam Train (incl) & Whitby Small Group Day Trip.
York: Introduction to Chocolate Making Experience
Our pick of the best Clifton Hotel Deals
The Churchill Hotel
A lovely place to stay within easy walking distance of the city. Staff were polite and efficient. Rooms were warm and spotlessly clean. The shower was wonderful except for the slipperiness of the floor which would have benefited from a non slip mat. I have recently broken my wrist so would have benefited ...
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
Hotel Clementine
Very near to the shops and town centre. The food and staff were fantastic and made it a lovely place to stay
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026
No.1 by GuestHouse, York
Perfect location for a quick weekend getaway and just a short walk from the main attractions. Lovely hotel!
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Vikings Accommodation
Lovely greeting easy check in Very clean and would recommend
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026
The Crescent Guest House
Room Nice a clean, but never got told about the kitchen which could be used by us until after we had been out for breakfast
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
Hedley House Hotel
Other neighbourhoods around Clifton
Bootham
While visiting Bootham, you might make a stop by sights like York Theatre Royal and St. Mary's Abbey.
The Groves
If you're spending some time in The Groves, Clarence Gardens and Yearsley Pool are top sights worth seeing.
City Centre
If you're spending some time in City Centre, Merchant Adventurers' Hall and Shambles are top sights worth seeing.
Bishophill
If you're spending some time in Bishophill, Micklegate Bar and Yorvik Brass Rubbing Centre are top sights worth seeing.
Holgate
While visiting Holgate, you might make a stop by sights like National Railway Museum and York Cold War Bunker.
Layerthorpe
When in Layerthorpe, you can plan a visit to Merchant Taylors' Hall and Walmgate Bar, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
