Visit Bishophill
Popular places to visit
Micklegate Bar
Find out about the history of York when you spend time at Micklegate Bar. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this walkable area.
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. Visit the shops and lively bars in this family-friendly 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 St. John University
Explore the campus of York St. John University as part of your travels around York. Discover the area's shops or seek out its local tours.
Things to do
City Sightseeing York Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
York: Witches and History Old Town Walking Tour
York Audio Tour: Ghosts, History, and Chocolate
York: Golden Tours Hop-on Hop-off Open Top Bus Tour- 24 Hours Ticket
Top hotels in Bishophill
Malmaison York
First time at this hotel and we loved it. Location is excellent, staff are friendly and professional, Room was spacious and with the "Club" room, it had all the amenities. It was very clean, and we ate in the bar which was a pleasant experience, and the cocktails were of a very good quality and reasonable. ...
Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025
Hampton by Hilton York
Room was comfortable,
Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025
Radisson Hotel York
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Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025
The Grand, York
We stayed in the traditional classic room, part of the original building. Hotel is beautiful - staff are extremely well trained and helpful. Food in the Rise restaurant is first class. Room was well appointed and spotless, yet furniture a little creaky and well used - but understandable. Certai ly ...
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
The Queens Hotel & Victoria Cloisters
Lovely central stay. Only criticism is I wasn’t informed there had been flooding to the car park so had to make last minute arrangements which was quite stressful
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
Middletons Hotel
I’ve stayed here a number of times on business and it is great. It has a nice vibe, rooms are lovely and it is well located for the attractions. Highly recommended
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Bishophill
City Centre
If you're spending some time in City Centre, Merchant Adventurers' Hall and Shambles are top sights worth seeing.
Bootham
While visiting Bootham, you might make a stop by sights like Bootham Bar and York Theatre Royal.
South Bank
While South Bank isn't home to many top sights, York Racecourse and Bar Convent Museum are some notable places to visit nearby.
Holgate
While visiting Holgate, you might make a stop by sights like National Railway Museum and York Cold War Bunker.
The Groves
If you're spending some time in The Groves, Clarence Gardens and Yearsley Pool are top sights worth seeing.
Foss Islands
Though Foss Islands may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like York Barbican and Yorkshire's Winter Wonderland.
