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.
York has always been haunted. But this autumn, things are getting a little out of hand. Brave ghost walks, uncover dark history and explore York’s atmospheric streets before recovering with great food, cosy pubs, shopping and seasonal treats. Plan your visit to Haunted York this autumn, if you dare.
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Must See & Do
The Visit York Pass
York In The Palm Of Your HandThe Visit York Pass is an added value sightseeing card giving you the flexibility to visit top attractions in the city and beyond! Pick a pass duration that matches your visit and simply sho…
York Minster
Discover one of the world’s most magnificent cathedrals, a masterpiece in stained glass and stone and a sacred space wh…
York Sightseeing Cruise: City Cruises
Sailing Daily from the City Centre! Uncover the history of our ancient city from a completely different perspective. Jo…
Shambles Market
📍Shambles Market, York, YO1 8RY🗓️7 days a week, 9am - 5pmShambles Market is your ultimate destination for a diverse ran…
Visit York Visitor 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…
Shambles Food Court
📍 Shambles Food Court, York, YO1 8RY🗓️ Open 7 days a week, 9am to 5pmDiscover the Shambles Food Court nestled within th…
York Park & Ride
With convenient sites around the city and regular buses into the centre, Park & Ride is a simple, great-value way t…
Itineraries
This is York: Where Stories Come To Life
Two thousand years of history, laid out before you.Stories of Vikings. Of railways. Of ev…
Christmas in York: Festive Adventures Every Day
York is made for Christmas. Think twinkling medieval streets, festive window displays, in…
Must See & Do in York
Don't miss out on the opportunity to experience the beauty and charm of our amazing city …
Hidden Gems of York
Step off the beaten track and delve deeper into the city’s ancient past to uncover some o…
Visit York Tourism Awards 2026: Winners
The Visit York Tourism Awards 2026 celebrate excellence across a diverse range of categor…
Green York: Plan a Sustainable Weekend
York has so much to offer for those wanting a sustainable trip away, from eco-conscious r…
Experiences
York Christmas Market 2026
📅 12 November – 21 December 2026🕥 10.30am – 7pm, Wednesday–Monday🎄 Closed Tuesdays for a weekly rest day📍 Parliament St…
The Ghost Quest: family-friendly treasure hunt in…
The York Quests: Immersive Riddly Treasure Hunts and Outdoor Escape Rooms
Prices From £19.99
Can you save all the ghosts?Enjoy a family-friendly treasure hunt in York. Walk through this historic city solving ridd…
Tinsel Tipple: Festive Train Experience
North Yorkshire Moors Railway
Prices From £35.00
Our NEW Tinsel Tipple is a festive train experience on 28 November, 12, 22 and 23 December 2026 departing at either 5.0…
Wine Club at York Distillery
York Distillery - a home of York Gin
Prices From £30.00
Wine Club Tasting Night at York DistilleryJoin us for our monthly wine club, held on a Thursday each month at 7pm - a r…
York Festivals
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Haunted York: The Intervention
Christmas in York 2026
York Ice Trail 2027
What's on in York
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Haunted York Ghost Hunt at Shambles Market
Christmas On The Water!
York Sightseeing Cruise: City Cruises
Our Blog
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