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City Sightseeing York Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
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Romans, Vikings and Medieval Marvels in York: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
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Small Group eBike Tour featuring Peak District Highlights
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York Witches and History Walking Tour
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Chocolate Manufactory Tasting Journey at York Cocoa Works
What to do in Yorkshire
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.
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.
University of Leeds
Late Victorian and award-winning brutalist and modernist architecture house the classes and students of Leeds’ namesake university, established in 1904.
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. Visit the shops and lively bars in this family-friendly area.
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.
Whitby Harbour
Explore the waterfront in Whitby with a trip to Whitby Harbour. Wander the area's waterfront or simply enjoy one of its lively bars.
Whitby Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Whitby Beach during your travels in Whitby? While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.
Harewood House
Explore the great outdoors at Harewood House, a lovely green space in Leeds. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its lively bars.
Explore areas of Yorkshire
Leeds City Center
Based around an expansive central square, this lively quarter showcases performing arts venues, fascinating museums and countless bars and nightclubs.
City Centre
If you're spending some time in City Centre, Merchant Adventurers' Hall and Shambles are top sights worth seeing.
Sheffield City Centre
Sheffield City Centre is popular for its lively bars, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Sheffield City Hall or Peace Gardens.
Harrogate City Centre
Harrogate City Centre is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Turkish Baths and Health Spa and Royal Hall while in the area.
Scarborough City Centre
Scarborough City Centre is a destination visitors seek out for its beaches, lively bars and seaside views. You might want to check out attractions like South Bay Beach or Mecca Bingo while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
South Bank
While South Bank isn't home to many top sights, York Racecourse and Micklegate Bar are some notable places to visit nearby.
- Yorkshire sightseeing tours & attractions
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- Cities to visit near Yorkshire
- York Minster
- Flamingo Land Theme Park and Zoo
- Shambles
- York City Walls
- North York Moors National Park
- Meadowhall Shopping Centre
- Jorvik Viking Centre
- Halifax Piece Hall
- Scarborough Spa
- Yorkshire Wildlife Park
- Castle Howard
- Robin Hood's Bay Beach
- Whitby Abbey
- Peasholm Park
- Roundhay Park
- Flamborough Head
- McArthur Glen Designer Outlet