The best way to get to the heart of York is to explore its independent scene, meet local people and discover its authenticity. If you’re looking to treat yourself, find an unusual gift for a friend..

As VisitBritain’s ambassadors Lloyd and Yaya from Hand Luggage Only blog have visited York on a Microgap. Taking concept from a gap year, they focused on things to do in York, learning about the city’s thousands of years long history and captaining the boat for the first time! Wonder what the best view in York is, or want to take a step back into the past? For that - read the blog and find out the best places to stay and eat in York, as well as what can you learn on your own microgap to York. 

Summer is just around the corner, and with it - the best time for a holiday! Choosing York as your holiday destination won’t leave you disappointed. York is a city full of history and character. It is located at the heart of Yorkshire, just on a doorstep to some of UK’s most picturesque national parks and lovely postcard-like coastal towns and cities.

If you want to escape the hustle and bustle of a busy London, why not jump on an LNER train to York In under 2 hours you will end up in the city full of history and more things to see you have ever imagined – all no more than a 20 minute walk apart! Elizabeth has explored York recently and visited some of York’s most iconic attractions. Read the blog to follow her steps around the city and see where to stay and dine while on a break in York. 

Chloe from WanderlustChloe blog has visited York earlier in February as art of the Treasure Trove tour of England, covering some of the most beautiful Cathedral cities in the UK – Durham, Lincoln and of course York. With easy access from London by LNER trains and tonnes of cafes, things to see and do and a lovely city “buzz” York is a perfect city break for all. Read about when to take best photos of the city, what to do in your free time and where to get the best grubs on Chloe’s blog.

Experience York’s thriving independent food scene with Yorkshire Appetite Food Tours When you're visiting a new city, one of the first things you have to think about is where you're going to eat an..

Find the perfect way to treat your mum this Mother's Day in York Mother's Day, also known as Mothering Day or Mothering Sunday, is coming up fast. Mother's Day in the UK is on Sunday 31 March thi..

Only have one day to explore York? Don’t worry, the historic city has a lot on offer, although you might find yourself wanting to return again and again to discover even more. Kirsty from Lost in Landmarks blog says York really captures the hearts and minds of all who visit. There are many reasons to this, but for Kirsty the main one is the wealth of history and the chocolate smell in the air.

At the start of December Sophie and her best friend visited York to explore the most of the city in 48 hours. Located almost exactly halfway between London and Edinburgh, York is a city with deep Roman and Viking roots, combining its heritage with modern British lifestyle.  According to Sophie, here you will feel like you’ve stepped back in time as you wonder down medieval streets surrounded by the ancient city walls, but will also be brought back to present with York’s thriving cultural scene. Read about how to save money while sightseeing and the best places to stay and eat in York on Sophie’s blog.