South Bank Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit
Rowntree Park
Rowntree Park is just one of the places to see in York, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the shops and lively bars in this family-friendly area.
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 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.
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: "All Creatures Great and Small" Yorkshire Dales Tour
Our pick of the best South Bank Hotel Deals
The Milner York
An historic York hotel, fully modernised with real character and conveniently close to city centre.
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Hotel du Vin & Bistro York
Great location, spacious room and lovely food and wine. It was a return trip for us - our favourite place to stay in York.
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
ibis Styles York Centre
Very good location to explore the wonderful city of York, minutes away from Micklegate Bar. Bruberrie café directly over the road is the perfect breakfast spot, we sampled every morning of our stay. And Valentino's also across the road, is a lovely Italian restaurant for our last evening meal.
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026
Roomzzz York City
Lovely stay
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
Elmbank York, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Nice breakfast. Great staff . Hotel conveniently located
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Premier Inn York City - Blossom St North
Easily accessed from train station walkable
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around South Bank
Bishophill
If you're spending some time in Bishophill, Micklegate Bar and Yorvik Brass Rubbing Centre are top sights worth seeing.
Fishergate
While visiting Fishergate, you might make a stop by sights like York Barbican and Kohima Museum.
City Centre
If you're spending some time in City Centre, Merchant Adventurers' Hall and Shambles 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.
Bootham
While visiting Bootham, you might make a stop by sights like York Theatre Royal and Yorkshire Museum Gardens.
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.
