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Must See York

With more attractions per square mile than any other UK city, you’ll be spoilt for choice with fun things to do in York. Whether you want to take in the majesty of the iconic York Minster, marvel at masterpieces at York Art Gallery, experience the thunder of galloping hooves at York Racecourse or discover the city’s grisly past at the York Dungeon, there’s an attraction to suit everyone. If you’re only in York for a short time, make sure to tick these must see attractions off your list!

Don't forget, you can save money on top York attractions by buying an official discount pass at yorkpass.com.

York Minster

The largest medieval gothic cathedral north of the Alps, a treasure house of over 800 years of stained glass.
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Clifford's Tower

Once the central stronghold of York Castle, the tower is all that remains, the views from the top show clearly why it was of such strategic importance.
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National Railway Museum

Immerse yourself in the home of iconic locomotives and an unrivalled collection of engineering brilliance.
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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 York Art Gallery, which has reopened after an £8 million transformation.
York Castle Museum

Welcome to the award winning York Castle Museum - come and immerse yourself in over 400 years of York's past.
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Yorkshire Museum & Gardens

If you want to see York, see the Yorkshire Museum & Gardens first!
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The York Dungeon

A uniquely thrilling attraction that will take you back to the city's darkest history. See, hear, smell and feel York's stories come to life before your eyes as frighteningly funny characters transport you through time.
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JORVIK Viking Centre

Visit the newly re-imagined JORVIK Viking Centre and discover York's fascinating Viking legacy.
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City Cruises York - Sightseeing Cruises and more

Enjoy the sights of the river with City Cruises York, where we offer Daytime City Cruises, Lunch and Afternoon Tea Cruises, Early Evening Cruises, Floodlit Cruises & self drive motor boats. Privately hire a boat for your special occasion or join a party BBQ cruise.
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York's Chocolate Story

Take a mouth-watering journey through the story of chocolate and confectionery in York.
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