Layerthorpe Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Layerthorpe
Popular places to visit
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.
Castle Howard
You can find out about the history of Henderskelfe with a stop at Castle Howard. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this relaxing 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.
Activities
City Sightseeing York Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
York: Witches and History Old Town Walking Tour
York Witches and History Walking Tour
York: Introduction to Chocolate Making Experience
Chocolate Bar Making Workshop - York Cocoa Works
Our pick of the best Layerthorpe Hotel Deals
The Milner York
Really quiet room considering next to train station. Tne hotel is phenomenal and really nice. Front desk were extremely helpful as were bar staff. Well worth the stay, even if in the Annex. Negatives were bed was slightly uncomfortable and you don’t get all tv channels but otherwise, really good ...
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026
Radisson Hotel York
Room was a good a size and clean.
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026
Hampton by Hilton York Piccadilly
Compared to other Hampton hotels, the breakfast was quite disappointing. The bread did not taste good, and the coffee machine only dispensed hot chocolate. Overall, there were not many options to choose from, and there was very little worth eating. Fortunately, the kids enjoyed making their own waffles, ...
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026
Moxy York
Clean room, excellent facilities!
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026
Malmaison York
1floor room, no view. Couldn’t get heating to work
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026
Delta Hotels by Marriott York
Good room, decent leisure center and good food
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Layerthorpe
Foss Islands
Though Foss Islands may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like York Barbican and Merchant Adventurers' Hall.
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.
Bootham
While visiting Bootham, you might make a stop by sights like King's Manor and York Theatre Royal.
Hull Road
Hull Road might not have many top sights, but York Barbican and Walmgate Bar are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Bishophill
If you're spending some time in Bishophill, Micklegate Bar and Yorvik Brass Rubbing Centre are top sights worth seeing.
