City Centre
York
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
York City Walls
See some of York’s most impressive sights on a walk around the historic perimeter wall that has its origins in the Roman era.
York Christmas Market
During your visit to York, you can search for that perfect souvenir at York Christmas Market. Discover the area's fascinating museums, or seek out its local tours.
York Grand Opera House
Get tickets for a show at York Grand Opera House, a theater with a story to tell in York. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this walkable area.
City Centre Hotel Deals
Hampton by Hilton York Piccadilly
Breakfast was good but all the dishes were very wet. The fridge in the room was not working but fixed very quickly. The toilet sink was blocked and smelled, it was checked but not fixed properly.
Reviewed on 2026/4/1
Moxy York
Good social bar area with pool table and games.
Reviewed on 2026/3/31
Hotel Indigo York by IHG
Great
Reviewed on 2026/3/31
Hilton York
The hotel experience was good with a wonderful breakfast.The only downside for us were the Bar prices which were exorbitant beyond belief. We were a party of 4 and decided to have a nightcap one evening and drank for 1 hour. The bill was beyond belief. Be warned These prices resemble those in ...
Reviewed on 2026/3/31
Dean Court Hotel
Wonderful location Car valet service excellent Room very small for price
Reviewed on 2026/4/1
Impossible Motel
Right in the centre of York, plenty of shops etc nearby.
Reviewed on 2026/3/23
Other neighborhoods around City Centre
Bishophill
While visiting Bishophill, you might make a stop by sights like Micklegate Bar and Yorvik Brass Rubbing Centre.
Bootham
While visiting Bootham, you might make a stop by sights like York Theatre Royal and St. Mary's Abbey.
Foss Islands
While Foss Islands isn't home to many top sights, Walmgate Bar and York Barbican are some notable places to visit nearby.
Layerthorpe
Layerthorpe might not have many top sights, but Merchant Taylors' Hall and Walmgate Bar are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
The Groves
If you're spending some time in The Groves, Clarence Gardens and Yearsley Pool are top sights worth seeing.
South Bank
When in South Bank, you can plan a visit to York Racecourse and Bar Convent Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
