South Bank Travel Guide

York

A nighttime cityscape with illuminated buildings, a prominent cathedral, and a lit-up intersection with light trails from vehicles.
A historic cityscape with a prominent cathedral in the background, a bridge with ornate railings, and a well-maintained public square.
A stone bridge, a historic church, and a busy street with pedestrians and cars.
A steam locomotive with a green front and a black side, parked at a railway event.
A green steam locomotive with the number 60103 at a railway station.

Stay near popular South Bank attractions

Rowntree Park

6.0/10 (1 review)
Rowntree Park is just one of the places to see in York, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this romantic area.
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Things to do

York Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

City Sightseeing York Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

฿762
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
City Sightseeing York Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
York: Witches and History Old Town Walking Tour

York: Witches and History Old Town Walking Tour

฿762
per adult
York: Witches and History Old Town Walking Tour
The York Dungeon Tour

The York Dungeon Tour

฿876
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
The York Dungeon Tour
York Audio Tour: Ghosts, History, and Chocolate

York Audio Tour: Ghosts, History, and Chocolate

฿420
per traveller
York Audio Tour: Ghosts, History, and Chocolate
York Evening Escape On The Ouse Cruise

York Evening Escape On The Ouse Cruise

฿807
per adult
York Evening Escape On The Ouse Cruise
York Hop-on Hop-off Open Top Bus Tour

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

฿717
per adult
York: Golden Tours Hop-on Hop-off Open Top Bus Tour- 24 Hours Ticket
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Top hotels in South Bank

The Milner York

The Milner York

4 out of 5
Station Road York England
The price is ฿3,441 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
฿3,441
฿4,129 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in York. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,787 reviews)
"The room was incredibly spacious, the bed was large and comfortable, the view of the cathedral brilliant."

Reviewed on 6 Aug 2026

The Milner York
Hotel du Vin & Bistro York

Hotel du Vin & Bistro York

4 out of 5
89 The Mount York England
The price is ฿3,343 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
฿3,343
฿4,011 total
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in York. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
Hotel du Vin & Bistro York
ibis Styles York Centre

ibis Styles York Centre

3 out of 5
77 The Mount York England
The price is ฿3,157 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
฿3,157
฿3,788 total
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in York. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (314 reviews)
"Excellent rooms, lovely a clean, nice helpful staff. Within walking distance of everything in York centre. Fantastic. We would definitely stay again!"

Reviewed on 4 Aug 2026

ibis Styles York Centre
Roomzzz York City

Roomzzz York City

4 out of 5
Terry Avenue York England
The price is ฿3,126 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
฿3,126
฿3,751 total
6 Sept - 7 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in York. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (978 reviews)
"Great base for our stay in York. The room was clean and comfortable, with good amenities. It was useful having a fridge & dishwasher in the room. Also appreciated the complimentary tea, coffee & hot chocolate & breakfast croissant. Friendly staff on reception desk. We did find cheaper parking elsewhere. ..."

Reviewed on 4 Aug 2026

Roomzzz York City
Elmbank York, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Elmbank York, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

4 out of 5
The Mount York England
The price is ฿2,810 per night from 3 Sept to 4 Sept
฿2,810
฿3,372 total
3 Sept - 4 Sept
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 restaurant in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
"We stayed in the court yard room it was beautiful,old meets new. Comfy large beds, clean rooms. Fantastic wet room shower.....the bar staff where great helpful and friendly. The front desk staff were also brillaint went above and beyond helping by holding on to our shopping while we nipped to the ..."

Reviewed on 6 Aug 2026

Elmbank York, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
The Apple House

The Apple House

3 out of 5
74-76 Holgate Rd York England
The price is ฿3,443 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
฿3,443
฿4,132 total
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this B&B in York. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (621 reviews)
"Lovely welcome, very clean, easy stay, good breakfast. Easy to find and park."

Reviewed on 7 Aug 2026

The Apple House
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Where to stay in South Bank

Find the best South Bank areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A historic cathedral with Gothic architecture, a clear night sky, and a street with buildings on either side.

City Centre

If you're spending some time in City Centre, Merchant Adventurers' Hall and Shambles are top sights worth seeing.

A historic cathedral surrounded by red-roofed buildings and green trees.

Bishophill

If you're spending some time in Bishophill, Micklegate Bar and Yorvik Brass Rubbing Centre are top sights worth seeing.

A curved bridge over a river with trees and greenery on both sides.
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Fishergate

While visiting Fishergate, you might make a stop by sights like York Barbican and Kohima Museum.

A historic stone structure with Gothic arches and intricate carvings.

Bootham

While visiting Bootham, you might make a stop by sights like King's Manor and York Theatre Royal.

A large windmill with white sails and a black base, surrounded by a stone wall and a grassy area.

Holgate

While visiting Holgate, you might make a stop by sights like National Railway Museum and York Cold War Bunker.

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