Things to do in Yorkshire
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Tours & day trips
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Attractions
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Food, drink & nightlife
See all 18 activitiesYork: Horse Drawn Carriage Ride Around the Countryside York
Shopping & fashion
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See all 7 activitiesChocolate Manufactory Tasting Journey at York Cocoa Works
What to do in Yorkshire
Popular places to visit
York Minster
The city’s emblem is known for its superb stained-glass windows, underground treasure chambers and tall tower with spectacular views.
University of Leeds
Late Victorian and award-winning brutalist and modernist architecture house the classes and students of Leeds’ namesake university, established in 1904.
Shambles
This picturesque cobblestone street has a fascinating medieval history and crooked buildings that appear to almost fall into one another.
Scarborough Open Air Theatre
Watch productions and performances by world-famous music acts at one of the largest outdoor theaters in Europe, a venue with a stage in an unusual setting.
York Racecourse
You can take time to visit York Racecourse during your travels to York. Visit the shops and lively bars in this family-friendly area.
York City Walls
See some of York’s most impressive sights on a walk around the historic perimeter wall that has its origins in the Roman era.
Whitby Harbour
Explore the waterfront in Whitby with a trip to Whitby Harbour. Wander the area's waterfront or simply enjoy one of its lively bars.
First Direct Arena
Its honeycombed exterior glowing like a beacon at night, Leeds’ modern music venue draws crowds nightly to its shows featuring local and international stars.
Robin Hood's Bay Beach
Explore the rugged coastline and beach of this quirky coastal village where smugglers hid contraband using a network of tunnels.
Areas of Yorkshire
Leeds City Center
The fantastic nightlife and popular shops are just a few highlights of Leeds City Center. Make a stop by Trinity Leeds Mall or Briggate while you're exploring the area.
City Centre
If you're spending some time in City Centre, Shambles and York Christmas Market are top sights worth seeing.
Sheffield City Centre
Sheffield City Centre is popular for its lively bars, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Sheffield City Hall or Peace Gardens.
Harrogate City Centre
Harrogate City Centre is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Turkish Baths and Health Spa and Royal Hall while in the area.
Scarborough City Centre
Scarborough City Centre is a destination visitors seek out for its beaches, lively bars and seaside views. You might want to check out attractions like South Bay Beach or Mecca Bingo while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Bishophill
If you're spending some time in Bishophill, Micklegate Bar and Yorvik Brass Rubbing Centre are top sights worth seeing.
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