Holgate Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
National Railway Museum
You can browse the exhibits at National Railway Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to York. Discover the fascinating museums in this walkable area or seek out the local tours.
Holgate Windmill
After visiting Holgate Windmill, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in York. Visit the shops and lively bars in this family-friendly area.
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.
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.
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.
Activities
City Sightseeing York Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
York: Witches and History Old Town Walking Tour
Chocolate Bar Making Workshop - York Cocoa Works
York Witches and History Walking Tour
York: Introduction to Chocolate Making Experience
Our pick of the best Holgate Hotel Deals
New Holgate
We stayed in the double delux room and it didn’t disappoint. The hotel is exceptionally clean and very well presented. There was water, tea and coffee along with juice, fresh towels and fruit available all day. The staff are very friendly and made sure our stay had everything we wanted. Very impressed ...
Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026
The Milner York
Good room and friendly staff. Annoying problem with flushing toilet was dealt with eventually.
Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026
Hampton by Hilton York Piccadilly
This is a lovely modern hotel. The decor is beautiful with really unusual lightning, chandeliers, wall colourings and pictures. It is fresh, but comfortable. All staff were lovely, friendly and very helpful. Everywhere is spotlessly clean and shiny. The rooms are well laid out, with sufficient furniture ...
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026
Moxy York
Great location and best breakfast since being vegan, everything clearly labelled and lots of options!
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Delta Hotels by Marriott York
Room was clean and all staff were friendly. The room had everything you needed for a good Stay. A great location which was peaceful and had some fantastic spa facilities, however they were very busy at times. Would recommend
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
Malmaison York
Room spotles staf berry helpful
Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Holgate
Bishophill
If you're spending some time in Bishophill, Micklegate Bar and Yorvik Brass Rubbing Centre are top sights worth seeing.
South Bank
While South Bank isn't home to many top sights, York Racecourse and Micklegate Bar are some notable places to visit nearby.
Bootham
While visiting Bootham, you might make a stop by sights like York Theatre Royal and St. Mary's Abbey.
Clifton
Though Clifton may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like St. Mary's Abbey and York Theatre Royal.
City Centre
If you're spending some time in City Centre, Merchant Adventurers' Hall and Shambles are top sights worth seeing.
The Groves
If you're spending some time in The Groves, Clarence Gardens and Yearsley Pool are top sights worth seeing.
