The Groves Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit The Groves
Popular places to visit
York St. John University
Explore the campus of York St. John University as part of your travels around York. Discover the area's shops or seek out its local tours.
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
Chocolate Bar Making Workshop - York Cocoa Works
Nth York Moors Steam Train (incl) & Whitby Small Group Day Trip.
York Witches and History Walking Tour
Our pick of the best The Groves Hotel Deals
DoubleTree by Hilton York
"This hotel should definitely not be classed as a 4⭐️ hotel. Was very very basic. We had to exchange rooms as our first room had damp on the coving and wallpaper coming away. Also spiders and cobwebs. We had to pay extra £20 for parking and our price of £169 did not even include breakfast. We had ..."
Reviewed on 7 June 2026
Diamonds Inn Ltd
"Basic room, a little dated but all we needed was supplied for one night in York at a family wedding We had 4 in a room so space was tight but knew it would be! Not sure we could have done it for a week! So convenient as right In heart of the city"
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
The Vanguard - York Residence
"Absolutely fantastic stay, really enjoyed the room. The air con was a god send and the communication via WhatsApp was great. Close enough to the city for a steady walk in. Highly recommend and will stay again"
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Radisson Hotel York
"Very accessible"
Reviewed on 8 June 2026
The Milner York
"The hotel is beautiful, and the communal areas are luxurious. Breakfast was delicious and a great selection. Comfy bed and nice spacious shower. My only disappointment was the room I was allocated compared to other rooms of similar prices I saw. I was in room 227, end of a corridor, it was small, ..."
Reviewed on 7 June 2026
Malmaison York
"👍"
Reviewed on 9 June 2026
Our guide on where to stay in The Groves
City Centre
If you're spending some time in City Centre, Merchant Adventurers' Hall and Shambles 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.
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.
Bootham
While visiting Bootham, you might make a stop by sights like York Theatre Royal and St. Mary's Abbey.
