Holgate Travel Guide
York
Popular places to visit
National Railway Museum
You can browse the exhibits at National Railway Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to York. Discover the fascinating museums in this walkable area or seek out the local tours.
Holgate Windmill
After visiting Holgate Windmill, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in York. Visit the shops and lively bars in this family-friendly area.
York Minster
The city’s emblem is known for its superb stained-glass windows, underground treasure chambers and tall tower with spectacular views.
Shambles
This picturesque cobblestone street has a fascinating medieval history and crooked buildings that appear to almost fall into one another.
York Racecourse
You can take time to visit York Racecourse during your travels to York. Visit the shops and lively bars in this family-friendly area.
Castle Howard
You can find out about the history of Henderskelfe with a stop at Castle Howard. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.
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: Golden Tours Hop-on Hop-off Open Top Bus Tour- 24 Hours Ticket
York Historical Gems Tour & A Taste of York Chocolate
Top hotels in Holgate
New Holgate
Top class all the way. Attentive and friendly staff. Immaculate room presentation. Awesome breakfast.
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Radisson Hotel York
Great view of York minster.
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Hampton by Hilton York Piccadilly
Nice rooms, clean, modern and tidy. Good gym! Breakfast was okay (nothing too special) No parking
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
The Milner York
Amazing suite. Gorgeous hotel. Customer service A*. Can’t wait to stay again!
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Moxy York
Check in was efficient and friendly. Room spotless and good amenities. Cheeky drink on arrival was a nice touch
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Malmaison York
Most of the staff were very good, room was fantastic, unfortunately the food was a dissapointment on this visit, hoqever it was good on our previous stay.
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Holgate
Bishophill
If you're spending some time in Bishophill, Micklegate Bar and Yorvik Brass Rubbing Centre are top sights worth seeing.
South Bank
While South Bank isn't home to many top sights, York Racecourse and Bar Convent Museum are some notable places to visit nearby.
Bootham
While visiting Bootham, you might make a stop by sights like York Theatre Royal and Yorkshire Museum.
Clifton
Though Clifton may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like York Theatre Royal and Yorkshire Museum Gardens.
City Centre
If you're spending some time in City Centre, Merchant Adventurers' Hall and Shambles are top sights worth seeing.
The Groves
If you're spending some time in The Groves, Clarence Gardens and Yearsley Pool are top sights worth seeing.
