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.
Experience summer in York from sunrise to sunset! Discover unique attractions, explore beautiful gardens, and immerse yourself in the rich history all day.
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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 Minster…
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 is your ultimate destination for a diverse range of shopping needs. From exquisite quality gifts and fr…
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…
Shambles Food Court
Discover the Shambles Food Court nestled within the renowned Shambles Market, steeped in historical charm. Indulge in t…
York Park & Ride
With convenient sites around the city and regular buses into the centre, Park & Ride is a simple, great-value way t…
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…
Itineraries
Hidden Gems of York
Step off the beaten track and delve deeper into the city’s ancient past to uncover some o…
Must See & Do in York
Don't miss out on the opportunity to experience the beauty and charm of our amazing city …
Starring York: Crime & Mystery
York’s historic streets are the perfect setting for mystery and intrigue. Step into the e…
Visit York Tourism Awards 2026: Winners
The Visit York Tourism Awards 2026 celebrate excellence across a diverse range of categor…
Discover York Minster
Check out all the reasons to visit York Minster - from the medieval Chapter House to the …
Starring York & North Yorkshire: 72 Hours
If you're in York and North Yorkshire for only 72 hours, find our ultimate itinerary for …
Experiences
The Deathly Dark Tour of York
The Deathly Dark Tours
Prices From £8.00
The Deathly Dark Tours are known for their award-winning comedy horror / ghost walks in the heart of York; a city belie…
Solar Eclipse Cruise
Alive After Five: City Cruises
Prices From £17.00
Solar Eclipse CruiseA Rare Celestial Event on the Ouse Join us on Wednesday 12 August 2026 for a special Alive After …
Yorkshire Dales from York
Mountain Goat Tours
Prices From £69.00
Discover the magic of the Yorkshire Dales National Park with Mountain Goat, where breathtaking landscapes and charming …
Chocolate Lollipop Making
York Cocoa Works
Prices From £6.50
Join us at York Cocoa Works to craft your own chocolate treat to take away to show off, share or just enjoy!Budding cho…
North York Moors Afternoon Tour
Mountain Goat Tours
Prices From £40.00
Discover the beauty of the North Yorkshire Moors and the quaint towns in-between. This tour is filled with spectacular …
Ice Age Dig
Stump Cross Caverns
Prices From £9.00
For the first time in 25 years, we're opening up a brand-new section of cave at Stump Cross Caverns, a 75-metre extensi…
The Puzzling World of Professor Kettlestring
The Puzzling World of Professor Kettlestring
Prices From £9.50
Looking for something a little different in York? Welcome to The Puzzling World of Professor Kettlestring, an award-win…
Hooting Owl Distillery York - Distillery Tour & G…
Hooting Owl Distillery & Lounge Bar
Prices From £36.00
Welcome to The Hooting Owl DistilleryYorkshires premier, award winning, artisan spirits distiller & winner of mult…
Chocolate-Making Masterclass
York's Chocolate Story
Prices From £70.00
Indulge in the ultimate chocolate-lover’s experience with our VIP Chocolate Masterclass. This immersive evening experie…
Hump Day BBQs
Novotel York Centre
Prices From £28.50
Grill & Chill at Novotel York Centre's BBQ! Delicious food, refreshing drinks and live music await. Your perfect su…
Champagne Tasting at York Distillery
York Distillery - a home of York Gin
Prices From £50.00
A premium guided Champagne tasting at York Distillery, in the heart of York. Hosted by wine expert Emma Moore, you will…
Castles, Coasts and Gothic Legends
Highwayman Tours – Private Driven Tours of York & Yorkshire
Prices From £385.00
Explore Yorkshire’s castles, coastline, ruined abbeys and gothic stories on a private driven tour from York.Castles, Co…
Party Nights Afloat: City Cruises
Party Nights Afloat: City Cruises
Prices From £47.50
Step off the pavement and onto York’s only floating dance floor.Party Nights Afloat is the city's go-to high-energy c…
York Gin Tasting
York Distillery - a home of York Gin
Prices From £35.00
Are you and your friends looking for fun things to do in York? Come along to our gin tasting experience.You’ll learn lo…
The Cookery School at The Grand, York
The Cookery School at The Grand, York
Prices From £85.00
Based in York’s finest hotel, The Cookery School at The Grand, York offers classes for all skill levels. The expert tut…
Evening Escape Cruise: City Cruises
Evening Escape Cruise: City Cruises
Prices From £18.00
Sailing daily from the City Centre!Looking for the most tranquil way to end your day in York?Embark on the Evening …
Crystal Wonders
Stump Cross Caverns
Prices From £5.85
Ever wondered how crystals form deep beneath the earth? Crystal Wonders is a magical one-hour experience for curious mi…
Wizarding Afternoon Tea at The Grand, York
The Rise Restaurant, Terrace & Bar
Prices From £26.50
The Grand, once a magical hub for railway travellers, has come alive once more for a long-forgotten tradition of Wizard…
Introduction to Chocolate Making - Chocolate Mast…
York Cocoa Works
Prices From £65.00
Discover the basics of chocolate making, from working with chocolate to make simple, gorgeous ganache to how to profess…
All Creatures Great and Small from York
Mountain Goat Tours
Prices From £69.00
The Yorkshire Dales are celebrated worldwide for their stunning landscapes: green rolling hills stitched together with …
Six-Course Tasting Menu
Middlethorpe Hall & Spa
Prices From £115.00
Experience fine dining at its most creative with our delicious 'six-course Tasting Menu' designed and created by Head C…
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…
Chocolate History Guided Tour
York's Chocolate Story
Prices From £15.00
Discover the stories behind York’s most famous chocolate-makers on a fully guided, immersive experience at York's Choco…
Dog Day At The Puzzling World of Professor Kettle…
The Puzzling World of Professor Kettlestring
Prices From £9.50
During selected Dog Day sessions, well-behaved dogs are invited to join their owners for a visit to The Puzzling World …
Self-Drive Boat Hire in York
Self-Drive Boat Hire in York
Prices From £40.00
Sailing daily from the City Centre!Fancy driving your very own boat? Of course you do.Try your hand at skippering y…
Stately Stay
Carlton Towers
Prices From £400.00
Our Exclusive Stately Stays are the perfect opportunity for a romantic getaway, a night away to catch up with friends o…
North York Moors & Whitby
Mountain Goat Tours
Prices From £69.00
Join Mountain Goat for a full-day tour through the wide-open beauty of the North York Moors, with a visit to the ever-c…
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…
Twilight Afternoon Tea with Pianist
The Garden Room
Prices From £39.95
Experience an elegant evening of indulgence at The Milner York's Twilight Afternoon Tea, accompanied by the soothing so…
Full Day Spa Experience
Middlethorpe Hall & Spa
Prices From £190.00
Our Full Spa Day experiences are designed to meet your individual needs with a focus on pampering and sheer relaxation.…
Rum & Chocolate Tasting Tour
York's Chocolate Story
Prices From £40.00
From Caribbean shores to York’s historic heart!Step into an indulgent evening experience at York’s Chocolate Story, whe…
York Fish and Chips Cruise: City Cruises
York Fish and Chips Cruise: City Cruises
Prices From £29.00
Sailing daily from the City Centre!Fancy a chippy tea with a view? Of course you do.Combine the best of British tra…
Historical Villains & Rum Tasting Experience
Villains Rum
Prices From £25.00
The Most Villainous Experience in York!Step into Villains Rum of York and uncover a world of historic storytelling and …
Drive a Train
North Yorkshire Moors Railway
Prices From £650.00
The Drive of Your LifeOur Driver Experiences put you at the controls for an unforgettable trip. Whether you choose stea…
Calm Hour At The Puzzling World of Professor Kett…
The Puzzling World of Professor Kettlestring
Prices From £9.50
Experience The Puzzling World of Professor Kettlestring in a quieter, more relaxed environment during our dedicated Cal…
York Sightseeing Cruise: City Cruises
York Sightseeing Cruise: City Cruises
Prices From £14.00
Sailing Daily from the City Centre! Uncover the history of our ancient city from a completely different perspective. Jo…
Brontë Country: Haworth, Moors & Literary Yorkshi…
Highwayman Tours – Private Driven Tours of York & Yorkshire
Prices From £385.00
Step into the world of Charlotte, Emily and Anne Brontë on a private driven tour through the heart of Brontë Country. V…
Abbeys, Ruins and Reformation
Highwayman Tours – Private Driven Tours of York & Yorkshire
Prices From £295.00
Explore Yorkshire’s ruined abbeys, historic villages and Reformation stories on a private driven tour from York.Abbeys,…
Go Quest Adventures: Self-Guided Interactive Trea…
Go Quest Adventures - Self-Guided Interactive Treasure Hunt & Exploration Game
Prices From £28.95
Explore the streets of York's city centre, unlocking a hidden trail by finding clues, solving puzzles & completing …
York Christmas Walking Tour
York Christmas Walking Tour
Prices From £15.00
Step into the magic of Christmas in one of Britain’s most atmospheric cities with the York Christmas Walking Tour. Led …
Chocolate Manufactory Tasting Journey
York Cocoa Works
Prices From £12.50
Learn how we make chocolate at York Cocoa Works with our Chocolate Manufactory Tasting Journey.During your time with us…
Fossil Dig
Stump Cross Caverns
Prices From £5.85
Step back in time with our Fossil Experience! Join one of our team for an hour-long session in our comfy cinema, packed…
Alive After Five: City Cruises
Alive After Five: City Cruises
Prices From £14.00
The Happiest Hour on the Ouse! Clocked off or just getting started? Swap the pub for the river. Give happy hour a whole…
Bean to Bar - Chocolate Making Masterclass
York Cocoa Works
Prices From £75.00
Learn the full magic of creating chocolate from the raw bean itself to making actual chocolate. We’ll share with you th…
Gin School with York Distillery - a home of York …
York Distillery - a home of York Gin
Prices From £95.00
Join our fun 'gin school' for your own gin-making experience, at York Distillery, the home of York Gin.With a gin and t…
Yorkshire Dales, Falls & Market Towns
Highwayman Tours – Private Driven Tours of York & Yorkshire
Prices From £385.00
Escape the city and discover the beauty of the Yorkshire Dales on this full-day private driven tour from York. Travel t…
York River Bus: City Cruises
York River Bus: City Cruises
Prices From £15.00
Riverbus: City Cruises From Campsite To The City - And Back!Ready to swap the campsite for a day in the city without …
Truffle Rolling + Discover Chocolate History
York's Chocolate Story
Prices From £19.50
Discover Chocolate History & Make Your Own Truffles!Step into the world of chocolate with this immersive guided exp…
Half-Day Spa Experience
Middlethorpe Hall & Spa
Prices From £135.00
When time is short and you need some Spa time to help escape the pressures of everyday life, choose your half-day exper…
Yorkshire Icons
Highwayman Tours – Private Driven Tours of York & Yorkshire
Prices From £385.00
Discover some of Yorkshire’s most memorable places in one full-day private driven tour from York. This experience is de…
York Food Tour
Yorkshire Appetite Food Tours
Prices From £75.00
A walking food tour is a great way to get a true feel for the historic city and know where the best foodie spots are. O…
Gin & Chocolate Tasting Tour
York's Chocolate Story
Prices From £40.00
Sip, Savour & Explore!Indulge in a one-of-a-kind evening experience at York’s Chocolate Story, where two of life’s …
Chocolate Bar Making Workshop at York Cocoa Works
York Cocoa Works
Prices From £25.00
AVAILABLE DAILY - Design and create your very own chocolate bar in our hands on chocolate bar making workshop. Choose f…
Private Wild Food Foraging Walk for Up To Two Peo…
Uniquely Local Experiences
Prices From £148.00
Looking for a unique experience that connects you with nature? Book Di at Wild Harvest School near York for a 2 to 2.5-…
Traditional Afternoon Tea
Middlethorpe Hall & Spa
Prices From £40.00
Afternoon Tea at Middlethorpe is a long-lasting tradition enhanced by a luxury connection with Hoogly Tea. Hoogly is th…
York Festivals
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The Watchers of York: Sculpture Trail
York Attractions' Week
York River Art Market 2026
What's on in York
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Love to LEGO®: Build your own
York Minster
Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs
York Theatre Royal
Creative Families
Yorkshire Museum & Gardens
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