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Walmgate Bar, York Looking west from Jenny's Fish & Chips on the corner of Lawrence Street. The gate or 'bar' in York's city walls still has its original 12th century archway with portcullis and 15th century wooden gates (the archway on the right of the picture is more modern). The 14th century barbican protruding from the front would once have spanned a water-filled ditch and worked by trapping attackers in deadly crossfire between two sets of gates. Walmgate Bar was leased out as a house from 1376 right up until 1957.
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Walmgate Bar, York Looking west from Jenny's Fish & Chips on the corner of Lawrence Street. The gate or 'bar' in York's city walls still has its original 12th century archway with portcullis and 15th century wooden gates (the archway on the right of the picture is more modern). The 14th century barbican protruding from the front would once have spanned a water-filled ditch and worked by trapping attackers in deadly crossfire between two sets of gates. Walmgate Bar was leased out as a house from 1376 right up until 1957.
Photo by Paul Glazzard (Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0)
St Lawrence old tower The medieval church of St Lawrence has entirely gone except for its tower which has a Norman doorway, 13th century windows above and a 15th century top. The little tower is dwarfed by the huge Victorian church behind.

Popular places to visit

Shambles which includes street scenes and heritage architecture

Shambles

4.5/5(146 reviews)

This picturesque cobblestone street has a fascinating medieval history and crooked buildings that appear to almost fall into one another.

Shambles
York Minster featuring religious aspects, a church or cathedral and a square or plaza

York Minster

5/5(156 reviews)

The city’s emblem is known for its superb stained-glass windows, underground treasure chambers and tall tower with spectacular views.

York Minster
a little night time photo shot at York Racecourse

York Racecourse

5/5(4 reviews)

You can take time to visit York Racecourse during your travels to York. Check out the shops and lively bars in this family-friendly area.

York Racecourse
A view from the atlas fountain across to Castle Howard, a beautiful stately home to visit in Yorkshire. Made famous from the television series ‘Brideshead Revisited’

Castle Howard

4.5/5(15 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Henderskelfe with a visit to Castle Howard. Check out the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.

Castle Howard
Walmgate Bar in York

York Barbican

4/5(7 reviews)

Enjoy a show at York Barbican, a theater with a story to tell in York. Make time for the shops and local tours in this walkable area.

York Barbican
The sun setting over a wintery day on the Heslington East campus at the University of York #goldenhour

University of York

4.5/5(5 reviews)

Enjoy the collegiate vibe at University of York during your stay in Heslington. Discover the lively bars and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

University of York

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The Waggon & Horses

The Waggon & Horses

3 out of 5
19 Lawrence Street York England
The price is NT$4,721 per night from Feb 22 to Feb 23
NT$4,721
NT$4,721 total
Feb 22 - Feb 23
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this inn in York. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge), and a bar/lounge. Popular attractions Shambles and York Christmas Market are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (375 reviews)
Room clean,nice bathroom,staff helpful.

Reviewed on 2026/2/10

The Waggon & Horses
The Milner York

The Milner York

4 out of 5
Station Road York England
The price is NT$2,961 per night from Feb 22 to Feb 23
NT$2,961
NT$3,554 total
Feb 22 - Feb 23
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in York. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,712 reviews)
The staff were very friendly and extremely helpful, especially the ladies on reception and the housekeeping staff. The room was excellent, very clean and comfortable

Reviewed on 2026/2/11

The Milner York
Radisson Hotel York

Radisson Hotel York

4 out of 5
North Street York England
The price is NT$2,432 per night from Mar 1 to Mar 2
NT$2,432
NT$2,919 total
Mar 1 - Mar 2
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in York. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)
Great location, spotless clean, great staff and quiet bar with good food.

Reviewed on 2026/2/14

Radisson Hotel York
Hampton by Hilton York Piccadilly

Hampton by Hilton York Piccadilly

3 out of 5
46-50 Piccadilly York England
The price is NT$2,524 per night from Feb 22 to Feb 23
NT$2,524
NT$3,029 total
Feb 22 - Feb 23
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Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in York. Enjoy free breakfast, a fitness center, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,546 reviews)
We had a lovely stay at the hotel, the room had modern decor and everything was clean and in good order. The only thing that could be improved is breakfast , hence one star off.

Reviewed on 2026/2/15

Hampton by Hilton York Piccadilly
Moxy York

Moxy York

3.5 out of 5
Black Horse Lane York England
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The price is NT$2,468 per night from Mar 8 to Mar 9
NT$2,468
NT$2,961 total
Mar 8 - Mar 9
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Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in York. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
Very clean room and attentive staff

Reviewed on 2026/2/12

Moxy York
Malmaison York

Malmaison York

4 out of 5
2 ROUGIER STREET York England
The price is NT$2,865 per night from Mar 1 to Mar 2
NT$2,865
NT$3,438 total
Mar 1 - Mar 2
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Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in York. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,289 reviews)
Staff were awesome. Lovely and welcoming. Room was great with super comfy bed, lovely bathroom and nespresso and biscuits.

Reviewed on 2026/2/11

Malmaison York
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Other neighborhoods around Foss Islands

Glen Gardens, York Glen Gardens is a small, traditional park in the suburb of Heworth. It boasts two bowling greens, tennis courts and rose gardens, and appears to be relatively free of vandalism.

Layerthorpe

Layerthorpe might not have many top sights, but Monk Bar and Treasurer's House are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Layerthorpe
York Minster

City Centre

If you're spending some time in City Centre, Merchant Adventurers' Hall and Shambles are top sights worth seeing.

City Centre
Tang Hall Park Osbaldwick beck runs along the side of Tang Hall Park. The park itself runs between Tang Hall Lane and Melrosegate.

Hull Road

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Hull Road and surrounding area, you can visit York Barbican and Walmgate Bar.

Hull Road
The Millennium Bridge spans the River Ouse to the south of York, linking Hospital Fields Road and Maple Grove in Fulford with Butcher Terrace on the South Bank

Fishergate

While visiting Fishergate, you might make a stop by sights like York Barbican and Kohima Museum.

Fishergate
Beautiful York

The Groves

If you're spending some time in The Groves, Clarence Gardens and Yearsley Pool are top sights worth seeing.

The Groves
Aerial view of York minster in England

Bishophill

While visiting Bishophill, you might make a stop by sights like Micklegate Bar and Yorvik Brass Rubbing Centre.

Bishophill

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