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 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 Audio Tour: Ghosts, History, and Chocolate

York Audio Tour: Ghosts, History, and Chocolate

฿418
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

฿752
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

฿708
per adult
York: Golden Tours Hop-on Hop-off Open Top Bus Tour- 24 Hours Ticket
York: Local History Walking Tour

York: J&M’s City Sightseeing and History Walking Tour

฿478
per adult
York: J&M’s City Sightseeing and History Walking Tour
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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 ฿3,284 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
฿3,284
฿3,940 total
8 Nov - 9 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! (1,870 reviews)
"This hotel was very close to the city centre and all the shops and attractions. It was clean and breakfast was included. The staff were very helpful. I will stay here again next time I visit York."

Reviewed on 2 Nov 2026

Hampton by Hilton York Piccadilly
Moxy York

Moxy York

3.5 out of 5
Black Horse Lane York England
The price is ฿3,091 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
฿3,091
฿3,709 total
8 Nov - 9 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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"Usually much better but the"

Reviewed on 31 Oct 2026

Moxy York
Hilton York

Hilton York

4 out of 5
1 Tower Street York England
The price is ฿3,044 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
฿3,044
฿3,652 total
8 Nov - 9 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! (1,003 reviews)
"Staff were fantastic. En-suite could do with a upgrade"

Reviewed on 1 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 ฿3,136 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
฿3,136
฿3,763 total
8 Nov - 9 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! (1,256 reviews)
"Very courteous and helpful staff, great location. Would definitely stay again when visiting York"

Reviewed on 1 Nov 2026

Hotel Indigo York by IHG
Dean Court Hotel

Dean Court Hotel

3.5 out of 5
Duncombe Place North Yorkshire York England
The price is ฿5,616 per night from 5 Nov to 6 Nov
฿5,616
฿6,739 total
5 Nov - 6 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! (1,000 reviews)
"Nice cosy room, clean and well decorated. Good bathroom with a great hot shower. Decent breakfast with plenty of choice. This hotel really is in the perfect spot for visiting York city centre; very easy to find. Looking forward to my next visit."

Reviewed on 27 Oct 2026

Dean Court Hotel
Impossible Motel

Impossible Motel

3 out of 5
3 St. Helens Square York England
The price is ฿4,071 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
฿4,071
฿4,885 total
8 Nov - 9 Nov
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! (177 reviews)
"Make sure to check in via the hotel entrance on Blake Street and not make the mistake of entering the restaurant (which is affiliated but not hotel management) - they tried to tell us the room wasn't ready and suggested we have some drinks in their venue (at our cost) until there room was ready and ..."

Reviewed on 31 Oct 2026

Impossible Motel
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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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