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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.

Shambles
This picturesque cobblestone street has a fascinating medieval history and crooked buildings that appear to almost fall into one another.

Jorvik Viking Centre
Imagine yourself as a Viking in this museum that allows you to dig up Norse artifacts and witness reenactments, while you learn about York’s Scandinavian settlers.

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.

York Dungeon
Laugh, squirm and recoil at the ghastly torture methods and grisly crimes recreated in this prison-like museum where you can immerse yourself in macabre practices and living conditions of the Middle Ages.

York Grand Opera House
Enjoy a show at York Grand Opera House, a theatre with a story to tell in York. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this walkable area.
Things to do

City Sightseeing York Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

Mad Alice’s The Bloody Tour of York -Best Tour Award Europe

The Deathly Dark Tour of York: Experience of the Year 2024

York’s Haunted Heart : Ghost, Ghouls and Gallows
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Other neighbourhoods around City Centre

Bishophill
If you're spending some time in Bishophill, Micklegate Bar and St. Mary's Church are top sights worth seeing.

Foss Islands
Though Foss Islands may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like York Barbican and Merchant Adventurers' Hall.

Bootham
While visiting Bootham, you might make a stop by sights like York Theatre Royal and St. Mary's Abbey.

The Groves
If you're spending some time in The Groves, Trinity Methodist Church York and Clarence Gardens are top sights worth seeing.
Layerthorpe
When in Layerthorpe, you can plan a visit to Monk Bar and Merchant Adventurers' Hall, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Fishergate
While visiting Fishergate, you might make a stop by sights like York Barbican and Kohima Museum.