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 top-notch restaurants in this romantic 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 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.
Activities
City Sightseeing York Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
York: Witches and History Old Town Walking Tour
Nth York Moors Steam Train (incl) & Whitby Small Group Day Trip.
York Witches and History Walking Tour
Our pick of the best Holgate Hotel Deals
New Holgate
Good hotel, modern and clean. The biggest problem was the noise around the room, which was facing a busy road, windows did not isolate the noise and was next to the kitchen, which means lots noise when cooking and cleaning early in the morning. The other issue was the heat, even though it was not ...
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
The Milner York
The beautiful old Hotel is in a great position, right next to the station and close to city centre. The staff are all lovely and very helpful.
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Malmaison York
Great location, great room, really made our stay special.
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Radisson Hotel York
Be warned that some of the rooms have little soundproofing and significant external noise - not a happy combination for good sleep
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Hampton by Hilton York Piccadilly
Lovely stay, reasonably priced. The breakfast was the only let down really, but it was complimentary. I'd rather pay and have some mushrooms and black pudding, and nice eggs! The waffle maker was good though.
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Delta Hotels by Marriott York
Would recommend for a stay in York 20 minute walk into York centre. Leisure facilities are very good and well maintained. Food and bar areas very good.
Reviewed on 4 May 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 Bar Convent Museum 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.
