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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.
York Racecourse
You can take time to visit York Racecourse during your travels to York. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this romantic 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.
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 St. John University
Enjoy the collegiate vibe at York St. John University during your visit to York. Discover the area's shops, or seek out its local tours.
Foss Islands Hotel Deals
The Milner York
The property stands in pleasant gardens and is in easy walking to the city centre. Beautiful well kept old building adjoining rail ststion.
Reviewed on 2025/11/14
Radisson Hotel York
Excellent service clean and comfortable good location in site parking would definitely stay again
Reviewed on 2025/11/9
Hampton by Hilton York Piccadilly
The room was spotless and very comfortable. I have no complaints at all.
Reviewed on 2025/11/12
Malmaison York
Lovely big room with excellent facilities. Breakfast was very good with lots of options. The staff were friendly and helpful
Reviewed on 2025/11/12
Moxy York
The Moxy hit all the right buttons!
Reviewed on 2025/11/14
Days Inn by Wyndham Wetherby
Stayed 3 nights to visit events in Harrogate. Super clean hotel in excellent condition, pet friendly with plenty of grassy areas to walk out dog on a leash. Being located on a service area there are numerous food outlets Greggs, Costa Coffee, Cornish Pastie Co, M&S Foods, etc). We had an accessible ...
Reviewed on 2025/11/10
Other neighborhoods around Foss Islands
Layerthorpe
Layerthorpe might not have many top sights, but Monk Bar and Merchant Adventurers' Hall are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
City Centre
If you're spending some time in City Centre, Merchant Adventurers' Hall and Shambles are top sights worth seeing.
Fishergate
While visiting Fishergate, you might make a stop by sights like York Barbican and Kohima Museum.
The Groves
If you're spending some time in The Groves, Clarence Gardens and Yearsley Pool are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Bishophill
While visiting Bishophill, you might make a stop by sights like Micklegate Bar and Yorvik Brass Rubbing Centre.
