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Our city is built on 2000 years of incredible history and has more attractions per square mile than anywhere else in the UK. York is home to many world-class museums, art galleries and other fun filled experiences for you to enjoy. Discover York's tales on one of our fascinating walking tours, finding out about the city's past as you wander through the streets and snickelways. Sample York's spooky and sinister side on one of the many thrilling ghost walks.
There's plenty of other entertainment on offer too, with a host of theatres, cinemas and music venues ready to round off your evening with a touch of culture at a premier show, concert or screening. If you want to get active, there are plenty of activities in York to satisfy you, from bike hire to trampolining.
Looking for more inspiration? See the winners of the Visit York Tourism Awards to see the best of the best in York!
Featured Things to Do
York Minster
Discover one of the world’s most magnificent cathedrals, a masterpiece in stained glass and stone and a sacred space wh…
Clifford's Tower
Clifford’s Tower is the largest remaining building of York Castle, northern England’s greatest medieval royal fortress.…
Discover York, Hidden Sights & Urban Adventures - CityDays
Urban adventures and epic experiences Immerse yourself in the secrets and forgotten stories of York. Work together to s…
Dalby Forest
Dalby Forest, in the heart of the North York Moors National Park offers the perfect place to escape, relax and adventur…
York Castle Museum
Welcome to the award-winning York Castle Museum - come and immerse yourself in over 400 years of York's past. Come and…
National Railway Museum
Visit the National Railway Museum for a day out like no other! Not only do we have icons of the railway and thousands …
York Art Gallery
Spot the L.S. Lowry’s, Turner or Hockney and surround yourself with some of the best ceramic art in the world at one of…
Castle Howard
Castle Howard is one of Britain’s finest stately homes, situated just outside York in the Howardian Hills, an Area of O…
Fountains Abbey & Studley Royal Water Garden - National Trust
Spend a whole day exploring North Yorkshire's World Heritage Site, less than 30 miles from the centre of York. A place …
City Cruises York - Sightseeing Cruises
Enjoy York's No. 1 sightseeing tour; an entertaining and informative cruise on the River Ouse! Min. 45-Minute Sightseei…
Beningbrough Hall, Gallery & Gardens - National Trust
For garden lovers Relax in the walled garden or stroll among glorious borders with over 8 acres to explore, a beautiful…
Treasurer's House - National Trust
Winner of the Travellers' Choice Award from TripAdviser in 2023 and 2022. A house of surprises Nestled behind York Min…
York Leisure Centre: Clip 'n Climb
The brand new York Leisure Centre, part of the York Stadium Leisure Complex located in Monks Cross, Huntington, York. T…
City Sightseeing York
The City Sightseeing York tour will capture the hearts of all ages! With so many things to do and attractions to see, Y…
Treasure Hunt York - Fun, Flexible Tour with Cryptic Clues & Hidden Gems
Turn today into an adventure with Treasure Hunt York Discover York together by solving clues, scouring the city and fol…
Clueniversity of Magic - Solve The City
The Most Creative Way to Experience York! Solve The City brings our latest outdoor adventure game to York. Part treasur…
The York Dungeon
York Dungeon - Dick's Back! Get ready to journey back through 2000 Years of York's darkest History as you see, hear and…
Ellers Farm Distillery
Join us for a distillery tour and tasting!Ellers Farm Distillery is a sustainable spirits manufacturer based in Stamfor…
Goddards - National Trust
Garden Visit the gardens of the former home of the Terry family, part of York’s chocolate heritage and now cared for by…
Visit York Information Centre & Gift Shop
The Visit York Visitor Information Centre is based in the heart of the city, not far from the iconic York Minster. Our …
BOBH - Day Tours of Yorkshire
We are Yorkshire based tour operators and our business is showing the very best of our beautiful county to visitors fro…
JORVIK Viking Centre
Discover the Original Viking Encounter at JORVIK Viking Centre! Experience the Viking Age by pre-booking your visit now…
Yorkshire Museum & Gardens
Housing some of the finest collections of archaeological and geological finds in Europe, the Yorkshire Museum, is the i…
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