City Centre Travel Guide

York

A historic cathedral with Gothic architecture, a clear night sky, and a street with buildings on either side.
A historic cathedral with Gothic architecture, a well-maintained lawn, and a metal fence.
A historic cathedral with intricate architecture, a brick building with a red-tiled roof, and a tree-lined street.
A historic town with a prominent cathedral, brick buildings, and a well-maintained garden.
A historic cathedral with Gothic architecture, surrounded by traditional buildings and a cobblestone street.

Stay near popular City Centre attractions

A large Gothic cathedral with intricate stonework and pointed arches.

York Minster

9.4/10 (3,458 reviews)
The city’s emblem is known for its superb stained-glass windows, underground treasure chambers and tall tower with spectacular views.
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Things to do

York Evening Escape On The Ouse Cruise

York Evening Escape On The Ouse Cruise

฿637
per adult
York Evening Escape On The Ouse Cruise
York Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

City Sightseeing York Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

฿752
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
City Sightseeing York Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
The York Dungeon Tour

The York Dungeon Tour

฿885
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
The York Dungeon Tour
York: Witches and History Old Town Walking Tour

York: Witches and History Old Town Walking Tour

฿752
per adult
York: Witches and History Old Town Walking Tour
York Audio Tour: Ghosts, History, and Chocolate

York Audio Tour: Ghosts, History, and Chocolate

฿418
per traveller
York Audio Tour: Ghosts, History, and Chocolate
York Hop-on Hop-off Open Top Bus Tour

York: Golden Tours Hop-on Hop-off Open Top Bus Tour- 24 Hours Ticket

฿708
per adult
York: Golden Tours Hop-on Hop-off Open Top Bus Tour- 24 Hours Ticket
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Top hotels in City Centre

Hampton by Hilton York Piccadilly

Hampton by Hilton York Piccadilly

3 out of 5
46-50 Piccadilly York England
The price is ฿2,755 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
฿2,755
฿3,306 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in York. Enjoy free breakfast, a fitness centre and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
Hampton by Hilton York Piccadilly
Moxy York

Moxy York

3.5 out of 5
Black Horse Lane York England
The price is ฿2,895 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
฿2,895
฿3,474 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in York. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
Moxy York
Hilton York

Hilton York

4 out of 5
1 Tower Street York England
The price is ฿3,455 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
฿3,455
฿4,146 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in York. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), 24-hour room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,003 reviews)
"Apart from Hilton taking 2 lots of payments and messing everything up for the rest of our stay financially it was good just a shame my partners birthday got ruined"

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2026

Hilton York
Hotel Indigo York by IHG

Hotel Indigo York by IHG

4 out of 5
88-96 Walmgate York England
The price is ฿3,266 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
฿3,266
฿3,919 total
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in York. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,260 reviews)
"All staff were friendly, happy to chat and gave an excellent service. A great example of putting customers first."

Reviewed on 3 Oct 2026

Hotel Indigo York by IHG
Impossible Motel

Impossible Motel

3 out of 5
3 St. Helens Square York England
The price is ฿3,599 per night from 8 Oct to 9 Oct
฿3,599
฿4,319 total
8 Oct - 9 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in York. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (175 reviews)
"Unfortunately the only room available to us was the basement mail room The bed was comfy and the shower was good Other than that it was not a pleasant experience Toilet as part of the room with no door was not pleasant Room was dark Brick walls and wooden floor made it feel cold Very basic to say ..."

Reviewed on 27 Sept 2026

Impossible Motel
Hocus Pocus Tiny Hotel

Hocus Pocus Tiny Hotel

3 out of 5
2 Patrick Pool York England
The price is ฿7,479 per night from 13 Oct to 14 Oct
฿7,479
฿8,975 total
13 Oct - 14 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this guesthouse in York. Enjoy daily housekeeping and a computer station. Popular attractions Shambles and York Christmas Market are located nearby.
9.4/10 Exceptional! (83 reviews)
"Great"

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2026

Hocus Pocus Tiny Hotel
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Where to stay in City Centre

Find the best City Centre areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A historic stone tower on a grassy hill under a clear blue sky.

Bishophill

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Bishophill and surrounding area, you can visit Micklegate Bar and York Grand Opera House.

A nighttime cityscape with illuminated buildings, a prominent cathedral, and a lit-up intersection with light trails from vehicles.
Photo by Ron Photos
Open Photo by Ron Photos

South Bank

While South Bank isn't home to many top sights, York Racecourse and Micklegate Bar are some notable places to visit nearby.

A modern bridge with a curved design over a river, surrounded by greenery and buildings.
Photo by Tim Green
Open Photo by Tim Green

Fishergate

While visiting Fishergate, you might make a stop by sights like York Barbican and Kohima Museum.

A Gothic cathedral with twin spires and intricate stonework.
Photo by Val Vannet
Open Photo by Val Vannet

Bootham

While visiting Bootham, you might make a stop by sights like York Theatre Royal and St. Mary's Abbey.

A dog walking in a snowy forest.
Photo by Simon Bartle
Open Photo by Simon Bartle

Fulford

Travellers come to Fulford for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like McArthur Glen Designer Outlet and Fulford Golf Club while you're in town.

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