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Popular places to visit
York Minster
You can find out about the history of York with a trip to York Minster. Discover the area's shops, or seek out its local tours.
Shambles
Find out about the history of York when you take a trip to Shambles. Discover the area's shops, or seek out its local tours.
York Racecourse
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.
Jorvik Viking Centre
You can browse the exhibits at Jorvik Viking Centre, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to York. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this walkable area.
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.
York City Walls
You can learn about the history of York with a stop at York City Walls. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this walkable area.
Things to do
City Sightseeing York Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
York: Witches and History Old Town Walking Tour
Mad Alice’s The Bloody Tour of York -Best Tour Award Europe
The Deathly Dark Tour of York: Experience of the Year 2024
Other neighborhoods around Foss Islands
Layerthorpe
Layerthorpe might not have many top sights, but Merchant Taylors' Hall and Monk Bar 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.
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.
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.
Bishophill
While visiting Bishophill, you might make a stop by sights like Micklegate Bar and Yorvik Brass Rubbing Centre.
Foss Islands
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- York Minster
- Shambles
- University of York
- North York Moors National Park
- York Racecourse
- York Christmas Market
- Harewood House
- Jorvik Viking Centre
- Castle Howard
- York St. John University
- York City Walls
- York Barbican
- Bramham Park
- McArthur Glen Designer Outlet
- Rudding Park Golf Course
- York Grand Opera House
- York Dungeon
- York Hospital
- Wetherby Racecourse
- Micklegate Bar
- Yorkshire Museum Gardens
- National Railway Museum
- York Castle Museum
- Clifford's Tower
- Knaresborough Castle
- Stonegate
- Stockeld Park
- Selby Abbey
- Aldwark Manor Spa
- Crossgates Shopping Centre
- York Theatre Royal
- St. Mary's Abbey