Rawcliffe Travel Guide
York
Visit Rawcliffe
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 Rawcliffe
The Milner York
Lovely room Friendly and informative staff Unfortunately the leisure facilities were unavailable during our stay
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
Radisson Hotel York
Room was very comfortable but the bathroom had a terrible smell of sewage throughout our stay. Probably a plumbing issue but surprised none of the staff picked up on it.
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
Moxy York
Rooms lovely and staff all very nice and helpful
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
Hampton by Hilton York Piccadilly
Staff amazing and helpful
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
Hotel Indigo York by IHG
Yes clean and tidy room.
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Malmaison York
Room excellent. Restaurant/bar staff not very attentive.
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Rawcliffe
Clifton
Though Clifton may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like St. Mary's Abbey and York Theatre Royal.
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.
Holgate
While visiting Holgate, you might make a stop by sights like National Railway Museum and York Cold War Bunker.
Bishophill
If you're spending some time in Bishophill, Micklegate Bar and Yorvik Brass Rubbing Centre 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.
