Scarborough City Centre Travel Guide
Scarborough





Visit Scarborough City Centre
Popular places to visit

Stephen Joseph Theatre
This theater presents its own as well as visiting productions and has a cinema and a busy program of workshops and other events.

Mecca Bingo
Why not try your luck with a visit to Mecca Bingo during your time in Scarborough? Make time to visit the area's spas or simply enjoy its lively bars.

Scarborough Open Air Theatre
Watch productions and performances by world-famous music acts at one of the largest outdoor theaters in Europe, a venue with a stage in an unusual setting.

North Bay Beach
Enjoy the tranquil setting of this spacious sandy haven flanked by a miniature railway and an aquarium with Humboldt penguins.

Scarborough Spa
Stroll through the majestic rooms of this Victorian venue for dances and orchestras and learn about its origins as a spa in the 1600s.

South Bay Beach
Marvel at the dynamic setting of this traditional British coastal resort, where you will find arcade games, a harbor and boutiques.
Things to do

The Black Widow - Dark Tales of murder, crime and the paranormal

Writing Dracula: A Self-Guided Walk of Stoker's Whitby

North Yorkshire Forestry Trail eBike Adventure
Top hotels in Scarborough City Centre

Grand Hotel Scarborough
"Was a little apprehensive when reading reviews but it was ok for an old building needs some TLC a Little out dated staff friendly. Room was ok booked an executive family room but not that executive would have been nice if breakfast was included with the price.The building is lovely inside good views ..."
Reviewed on 7 Jun 2026

The Royal Hotel
"Very good value overall and location"
Reviewed on 7 Jun 2026

Bike & Boot
"Great position, we managed to park outside near the Travelodge before walking to the hotel. Very friendly welcome. We booked the small room which was very nice, queen size bed, safe in the room, free bottled water, kettle and lavazza coffee machine. Great shower, heated up very quickly, quality shower ..."
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026

Palm Court Hotel
"The good points. Room and bathroom very clean. Excellent breakfast with plenty of choice. Undercover parking include in room price a bonus plus EV charging if needed. Not so good points. Don’t book a cosy room with 6’ double. It is too cosy, we are not big people, but I would not want to spend more ..."
Reviewed on 7 Jun 2026

Albemarle Hotel
"Fantastic location"
Reviewed on 7 Jun 2026

Riviera Town House
"Had a lovely stay at the Riviera Town House.very clean and a delicious breakfast. Staff went above and beyond to make our stay perfect"
Reviewed on 7 Jun 2026
