Clifton Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A historic stone tower on a grassy hill under a clear sky.
A large Gothic cathedral with intricate stonework and tall spires.
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A lush green park with mature trees and a historic cathedral in the background.
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A park with autumn-colored trees and a church in the background.
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A grassy field with several trees and a building in the background.
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Stay near popular Clifton attractions

Bootham Crescent Stadium

Catch an event at Bootham Crescent Stadium during your trip to York. Make time for the shops and local tours in this walkable area.
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Activities

York Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

City Sightseeing York Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

NZ$40
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$177
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$40
per adult
York: Witches and History Old Town Walking Tour
York: Introduction to Chocolate Making Experience

York: Introduction to Chocolate Making Experience

NZ$122
per adult
York: Introduction to Chocolate Making Experience
York Evening Escape On The Ouse Cruise

York Evening Escape On The Ouse Cruise

NZ$42
per adult
York Evening Escape On The Ouse Cruise
Chocolate Bar Making Workshop - York Cocoa Works

Chocolate Bar Making Workshop - York Cocoa Works

NZ$47
per adult
Chocolate Bar Making Workshop - York Cocoa Works
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Our pick of the best Clifton Hotel Deals

Hotel Clementine

Hotel Clementine

5 out of 5
4-5 St Peters Grove, Bootham York England
The price is NZ$244 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
NZ$244
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in York. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
Hotel Clementine
The Churchill Hotel

The Churchill Hotel

4 out of 5
65 Bootham York England
The price is NZ$244 per night from 26 July to 27 July
NZ$244
26 July - 27 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this boutique hotel in York. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"A wonderful hotel to stay in when visiting York. A 5 minute walk to York Minster. We stayed in the 10 Downing Suite which was lovely. We really enjoyed the delicious freshly made and cooked to order pizzas in the outside garden area. Reception staff made us feel very welcome and were extremely helpful ..."

Reviewed on 22 July 2026

The Churchill Hotel
No.1 by GuestHouse, York

No.1 by GuestHouse, York

4 out of 5
1 Clifton York England
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$388 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
NZ$388
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in York. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (313 reviews)
"Lovely hotel. Good location. Excellent nice staff."

Reviewed on 20 July 2026

No.1 by GuestHouse, York
B+B York

B+B York

4 out of 5
15 St Peters Grove York England
The price is NZ$218 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
NZ$218
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this guesthouse in York. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (739 reviews)
"Great quite location a short walk far from town centre. No air con so glad to have a fan provided. Good cooked breakfast. Friendly staff"

Reviewed on 18 July 2026

B+B York
Hedley House Hotel Wellness and Spa

Hedley House Hotel Wellness and Spa

3 out of 5
3 Bootham Terrace York England
The price is NZ$264 per night from 26 July to 27 July
NZ$264
26 July - 27 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in York. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (462 reviews)
"Excellent hotel. Really close to York city centre and railway station. Clean and comfortable with a tasty breakfast and plenty of choice. Just starting to look a little tired here and there but still far better than your average chain hotel. Would recommend and definitely use again."

Reviewed on 19 July 2026

Hedley House Hotel Wellness and Spa
Radisson Hotel York

Radisson Hotel York

4 out of 5
North Street York England
The price is NZ$253 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
NZ$253
16 Aug - 17 Aug
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! (1,146 reviews)
"Amazing stay, fabulous showers, would definitely stay again."

Reviewed on 22 July 2026

Radisson Hotel York
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Our guide on where to stay in Clifton

Find the best Clifton areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A historic cathedral with Gothic architecture, a clear night sky, and a street with buildings on either side.

City Centre

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

A nighttime cityscape with illuminated buildings, a prominent cathedral, and a lit-up intersection with light trails from vehicles.
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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 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 curved bridge over a river with trees and greenery on both sides.
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Fishergate

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

A large windmill with white sails and a black base, surrounded by a stone wall and a grassy area.

Holgate

While visiting Holgate, you might make a stop by sights like National Railway Museum and York Cold War Bunker.

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