South Bank Travel Guide

York

A stone bridge over a canal with a chain barrier in the foreground.
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.

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 lively bars in this family-friendly area.
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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 South Bank

The Milner York

The Milner York

4 out of 5
Station Road York England
The price is ฿3,633 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
฿3,633
฿4,360 total
9 Nov - 10 Nov
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! (1,806 reviews)
"Great Hotel location very clean staff really nice."

Reviewed on 2 Nov 2026

The Milner York
ibis Styles York Centre

ibis Styles York Centre

3 out of 5
77 The Mount York England
The price is ฿2,675 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
฿2,675
฿3,210 total
8 Nov - 9 Nov
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. ...
ibis Styles York Centre
Roomzzz York City

Roomzzz York City

4 out of 5
Terry Avenue York England
The price is ฿2,714 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
฿2,714
฿3,257 total
8 Nov - 9 Nov
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! (1,003 reviews)
"Quite basic in terms of the room and amenities. Advertised as a studio with a functioning kitchen but the kitchen wasn’t fully functioning"

Reviewed on 2 Nov 2026

Roomzzz York City
Hotel du Vin & Bistro York

Hotel du Vin & Bistro York

4 out of 5
89 The Mount York England
The price is ฿4,108 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
฿4,108
฿4,930 total
8 Nov - 9 Nov
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"The room was liverly , staff where so helpfull , breakfast was one of the best i have had , only thing that could have been better would have been netflix for the rooom"

Reviewed on 2 Nov 2026

Hotel du Vin & Bistro York
Elmbank York, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Elmbank York, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

4 out of 5
The Mount York England
The price is ฿2,913 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
฿2,913
฿3,495 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 restaurant in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"Stayed here for a night in a courtyard room, which was clean and very comfortable. The hotel itself is a wonderful building, very art nouveau, lovely bar and dining room. It's a twenty minute stroll to the centre of things, so not too far. The staff were very pleasant and helpful. Parking is 18 pounds ..."

Reviewed on 30 Oct 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 ฿2,713 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
฿2,713
฿3,255 total
9 Nov - 10 Nov
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! (642 reviews)
"Lovely apartment, the trains close by was unexpected but I didn’t hear them after 9. The sofa bed could do with a topper on and maybe thicker or winter duvet as was a little chilly due to near main door. But above all very well equipped and staff delightful and very helpful. Parking was definitely ..."

Reviewed on 1 Nov 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 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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