Clifton Travel Guide
York
Popular places to visit
Shambles
This picturesque cobblestone street has a fascinating medieval history and crooked buildings that appear to almost fall into one another.
York Minster
The city’s emblem is known for its superb stained-glass windows, underground treasure chambers and tall tower with spectacular views.
York Racecourse
You can take time to visit York Racecourse during your travels to York. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this romantic area.
University of York
Explore the campus of University of York during your visit to Heslington. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this walkable 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 Historical Gems Tour & A Taste of York Chocolate
Romans, Vikings and Medieval Marvels in York: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
Top hotels in Clifton
The Churchill Hotel
Lovely hotel in a great location. Staff especially reception were friendly, helpful and welcoming. Can't really fault this stay.
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
Clementine's Guest House
Room was super and staff amazing
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
B+B York
The room was nice, breakfast had a good variety of different options, the hotel was in nice safe and quiet location.
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Burton Stone Inn
Great room and friendly staff
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Hedley House Hotel
The room was lovely, and our stay massively exceeded our expectations including an evening dip in the hot tub and then using the hotel bar for games. The staff made everything that much more special for my girlfriend (now fiancé) birthday and for our engagement during our stay too to put the extra ...
Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025
Vas's York House
Clean room and bathroom, lovely and welcoming host
Reviewed on 22 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Clifton
Bootham
While visiting Bootham, you might make a stop by sights like York Theatre Royal and St. Mary's Abbey.
The Groves
If you're spending some time in The Groves, Clarence Gardens and Yearsley Pool are top sights worth seeing.
City Centre
If you're spending some time in City Centre, Merchant Adventurers' Hall and Shambles are top sights worth seeing.
Bishophill
If you're spending some time in Bishophill, Micklegate Bar and Yorvik Brass Rubbing Centre are top sights worth seeing.
Holgate
While visiting Holgate, you might make a stop by sights like National Railway Museum and York Cold War Bunker.
Layerthorpe
When in Layerthorpe, you can plan a visit to Merchant Taylors' Hall and Monk Bar, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
