Fishergate Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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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 top-notch restaurants in this romantic 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.
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 St. John University
Explore the campus of York St. John University as part of your travels around York. Discover the area's shops or seek out its local tours.
Activities
City Sightseeing York Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
The Deathly Dark Tour of York: Experience of the Year 2024
York: Witches and History Old Town Walking Tour
York: York Bird of Prey Centre Entry Ticket
Our pick of the best Fishergate Hotel Deals
Novotel York Centre
Clean tidy room and helpful staff
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
The Lighthorseman
Good location friendly staff
Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025
The Limes York
Convenient, good value for money. It’s not a B&B and we never saw any discount vouchers for food locally which were promised. The staff were ok, it was a bit weird not having someone there at all times but over all the stay was pleasant.
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025
Ashbourne House
Very warm & friendly venue. Cleanliness & service all excellent. Would not hesitate to recommend and I hope to make a return visit.
Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025
The Milner York
Nice stay, would expect to be able to put services to the room.
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
Radisson Hotel York
Spotless room very convenient to access. Hotel staff very helpful frm checkin to extra needs
Reviewed on 30 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Fishergate
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.
Foss Islands
Though Foss Islands may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Walmgate Bar and York Barbican.
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.
Layerthorpe
When in Layerthorpe, you can plan a visit to Monk Bar and Treasurer's House, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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.
