Rawcliffe Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Rawcliffe
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.
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.
Castle Howard
You can find out about the history of Henderskelfe with a stop at Castle Howard. Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this quaint 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.
Activities
City Sightseeing York Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
York: Witches and History Old Town Walking Tour
York Witches and History Walking Tour
Nth York Moors Steam Train (incl) & Whitby Small Group Day Trip.
York: Introduction to Chocolate Making Experience
Our pick of the best Rawcliffe Hotel Deals
Radisson Hotel York
All good!
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
The Milner York
Unfortunately the pool was closed for maintenance other than that every thing was fine .
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Hampton by Hilton York Piccadilly
Excellent location !
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Malmaison York
The rooms were very spacious and clean . Breakfast was superb couldn’t fault it. Location very easy to get to from the train station
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Delta Hotels by Marriott York
Leisure centre fab - nice walk into the centre too
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
The Grand, York
Every where was clean and there was a lovely smell x
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Rawcliffe
Clifton
Though Clifton may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Yorkshire Museum and York Theatre Royal.
Bootham
While visiting Bootham, you might make a stop by sights like York Theatre Royal and Yorkshire Museum.
The Groves
If you're spending some time in The Groves, Clarence Gardens and Yearsley Pool are top sights worth seeing.
Holgate
While visiting Holgate, you might make a stop by sights like National Railway Museum and York Cold War Bunker.
Bishophill
If you're spending some time in Bishophill, Micklegate Bar and Yorvik Brass Rubbing Centre 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.
