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 large Gothic cathedral with intricate stonework and a prominent rose window.
Photo by Mihael Grmek (Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0)
A Gothic cathedral with intricate stonework and pointed arches.
Photo by PJMarriott (Creative Commons Attribution 3.0)

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 Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

City Sightseeing York Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

฿768
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
City Sightseeing York Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
The York Dungeon Tour

The York Dungeon Tour

฿903
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
The York Dungeon Tour
York Audio Tour: Ghosts, History, and Chocolate

York Audio Tour: Ghosts, History, and Chocolate

฿415
per traveller
York Audio Tour: Ghosts, History, and Chocolate
York: Historical Gems Tour & A Taste of York Chocolate

York: Historical Gems Tour & A Taste of York Chocolate

฿691
per adult
York: Historical Gems Tour & A Taste of York Chocolate
York Hop-on Hop-off Open Top Bus Tour

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

฿723
per adult
York: Golden Tours Hop-on Hop-off Open Top Bus Tour- 24 Hours Ticket
The Romans Quest Family Treasure Hunt in York

The Romans Quest Family Treasure Hunt in York

฿452
per adult
The Romans Quest Family Treasure Hunt in York
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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 ฿4,463 per night from 19 Nov to 20 Nov
฿4,463
฿5,355 total
19 Nov - 20 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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,887 reviews)
"Very good location for everything York has to offer. Clean hotel with complimentary breakfast. The bed was too low with a very soft unsupportive mattress. The bathroom was large but basic. Overall a good value break."

Reviewed on 11 Nov 2026

Hampton by Hilton York Piccadilly
Moxy York

Moxy York

3.5 out of 5
Black Horse Lane York England
The price is ฿3,516 per night from 15 Nov to 16 Nov
฿3,516
฿4,220 total
15 Nov - 16 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 ฿4,180 per night from 15 Nov to 16 Nov
฿4,180
฿5,016 total
15 Nov - 16 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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
"Good location and clean room. Bathroom sink bad design so water splashed onto counter, also no towel rail near sink. Breakfast buffet was mediocre and rather disappointing."

Reviewed on 9 Nov 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 ฿4,525 per night from 15 Nov to 16 Nov
฿4,525
฿5,430 total
15 Nov - 16 Nov
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. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,246 reviews)
"Great city centre hotel within walking distance of places to eat, drink and sight see!"

Reviewed on 11 Nov 2026

Hotel Indigo York by IHG
Hocus Pocus Tiny Hotel

Hocus Pocus Tiny Hotel

3 out of 5
2 Patrick Pool York England
The price is ฿7,307 per night from 6 Dec to 7 Dec
฿7,307
฿8,769 total
6 Dec - 7 Dec
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! (89 reviews)
"Loved it. It was everything I'd hoped it'd be and more - can't recommend it highly enough. The location is extremely convenient and the rooms are incredible. They came with more extras than I expected (ironing board, hairdryer, underfloor heating). I'll definitely be staying again"

Reviewed on 6 Nov 2026

Hocus Pocus Tiny Hotel
Dean Court Hotel

Dean Court Hotel

3.5 out of 5
Duncombe Place North Yorkshire York England
The price is ฿6,319 per night from 15 Nov to 16 Nov
฿6,319
฿7,584 total
15 Nov - 16 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in York. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,002 reviews)
"A lovely hotel in the heart of York. Very convenient for shopping and sightseeing."

Reviewed on 10 Nov 2026

Dean Court Hotel
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Where to stay in City Centre

Find the best City Centre areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A stone bridge over a canal with a chain barrier in the foreground.

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 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 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 historic cityscape with a prominent cathedral and traditional brick buildings.
Photo by Sarah Denton
Open Photo by Sarah Denton

The Groves

If you're spending some time in The Groves, Clarence Gardens and Yearsley Pool are top sights worth seeing.

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.

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