Plan your visit to York
A city where ancient walls surround incredible local businesses, attractions, shops, accommodation and eateries, with exciting events every day and inspiring festivals every month of the year.
Perfectly placed half-way between London and Edinburgh and with the glorious Yorkshire Dales, North York Moors and Wolds right on the doorstep, York is unlike any other English city. There’s thirty world-class museums you can explore, the best racecourse in the country and a thriving cultural scene.
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Must See & Do
York Minster
Discover one of the world’s most magnificent cathedrals, a masterpiece in stained glass and stone and a sacred space which has been at the centre of Christianity in the north of England since the 7th century. The Minste…
Shambles Market
Shambles Market is your ultimate destination for a diverse range of shopping needs. From exquisite quality gifts and fr…
Shambles Food Court
Discover the Shambles Food Court nestled within the renowned Shambles Market, steeped in historical charm. Indulge in t…
Visit York Information Centre & Gift Shop
Welcome to York, a city steeped in history, culture, and charm. Before you embark on your exploration, make sure to dro…
The Visit York Pass
The Visit York Pass is an added value sightseeing card giving you the flexibility to visit top attractions in the city …
Itineraries
Accessible York: Explore with Confidence
Amazing accessible experiences in York. This list offers a snapshot of venues with detail…
Hidden Gems of York
Step off the beaten track and delve deeper into the city’s ancient past to uncover some o…
Discover York Minster
Check out all the reasons to visit York Minster - from the medieval Chapter House to the …
Visit York Tourism Awards 2025: Winners
The Visit York Tourism Awards 2025 celebrate excellence across a diverse range of categor…
York Mumbler’s Guide to Accessible Family Fun in York
York Mumbler has published a comprehensive, free online guide for families with accessibi…
Must See & Do in York
If you're only in York for a short time, make sure to visit the must-see attractions that…
York Festivals
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WizardFest - York Festival of Wizardry!
York Festival of Ideas 2025
York Early Music Festival
Our Blog
View all BlogsWhether you’re visiting York for the first time or you’ve lived here all your life, we’ve got something to inspire you.
Find Accessible Businesses
Let us know what services you require so we can show you only the results that meet your needs. Accessibility details are provided by Visit York member businesses. We recommend contacting venues directly to confirm specific features before visiting.