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.
To all pursuers of the paranormal... visit York this Halloween and experience our haunted city at the spookiest time of the year! 😱
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Must See & Do
Castle Howard
Castle Howard is one of Britain’s finest stately homes, situated just outside York in the Howardian Hills, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Built over 300 years ago by Sir John Vanbrugh, today it remains home to t…
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 …
Shambles Food Court
Discover the Shambles Food Court nestled within the renowned Shambles Market, steeped in historical charm. Indulge in t…
JORVIK Viking Centre
Discover the Original Viking Encounter at JORVIK Viking Centre! Experience the Viking Age by pre-booking your visit now…
Shambles Market
Shambles Market is your ultimate destination for a diverse range of shopping needs. From exquisite quality gifts and fr…
North Yorkshire Moors Railway
The North Yorkshire Moor Railway is one of the world’s greatest heritage railway experiences with thrills and family fu…
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 …
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…
The Visit York Pass
The Visit York Pass is an added value sightseeing card giving you the flexibility to visit top attractions in the city …
York Minster
Discover one of the world’s most magnificent cathedrals, a masterpiece in stained glass and stone and a sacred space wh…
Itineraries
Hidden Gems of York
Step off the beaten track and delve deeper into the city’s ancient past to uncover some o…
Visit York Tourism Awards 2023: Winners
On Thursday 23rd March, the winners of the Visit York Tourism Awards 2023 were revealed a…
Must See & Do in York
If you're only in York for a short time, make sure to visit the must-see attractions that…
York Festivals
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Haunted York
Dead Northern Horror Film Festival
City Screen
Yorkshire Craft Festival
Events
View all EventsYork has a vibrant calendar of festivals, events, gigs and shows and there's always something exciting taking place for you to enjoy whilst visiting the city.
