Eat & Drink

York is the ultimate destination for foodies and those looking for a special culinary experience, with a huge range of dishes on offer from a wide variety of quality cafés and restaurants.

Treat yourself with some fine dining, discover independents or enjoy the thriving street food scene at the Shambles Market Food Court. Shop for foodie goodies, learn some culinary skills with cookery classes and chef demonstrations or embark on an Ale Trail - a walking tour around some of York’s best pubs. If you’re visiting in September, don’t miss the York Food Festival Weekend which fills the streets with delicious sights, smells and tastes.

Whether your visit to York is focused on food or any of the other fascinating things the city has to offer, you definitely won’t leave hungry!