York is one of Britain’s most beautiful and historic cities: a unique 2000-year-old walled city, with more visitor attractions per square feet than any other city in Europe.
Centrally located in the UK, York is also the Gateway to North Yorkshire, where visitors can discover world-famous attractions like the seaside town of Whitby, Castle Howard, North Yorkshire Moors Railway, and the North York Moors national park.
Key things to see/do within the city / region
York Minster
Iconic York Minster, one of the world’s most magnificent cathedrals is a masterpiece of glass and stone. Most famous for its breathtaking stained-glass windows - the earliest and largest collection of stained glass in the UK - there are many more wondrous treasures to explore inside, from the Chapter House (a fun place to play whispers) to rare medieval manuscripts. Uncover York Minster’s secrets in state-of-the-art, interactive displays, and behind-the-scenes tours, or climb the Central Tower for the best views in York.
Central York
York Minster | York Minster Tickets | York Cathedral | Visit York
York’s Chocolate Story
The UK’s historic home of Chocolate: uncover the city’s confectionery secrets or take a chocolate-making masterclass at York’s Chocolate Story or York Cocoa Works.
Kings Square, York
York's Chocolate Story | Visit York
National Railway Museum
National Railway Museum, one of the world’s largest Railway Museums in the world, home to record-breaking trains and immersive galleries.
Behind York Train Station
National Railway Museum | Visit York
Jorvik Viking Centre
JORVIK Viking Centre, with its world-famous ride through Viking-Age York, state-of-the-art artefacts gallery, and chance to meet ‘real-life’ Vikings.
Coppergate Centre, York
JORVIK Viking Centre | Visit York
Shambles
Believed to be the inspiration behind Harry Potter’s Diagonal Alley, the Shambles is the oldest shopping street in Europe, the ‘most picturesque street in Britain’ and possibly the most magical with its cheerful cafés, quirky boutiques, and magic-themed attractions and Home to the Award winning Shambles Market!
Shambles, York
York City Walls
York’s City Walls, England’s longest and best-preserved medieval walls - walking the walls is a fun way to explore the city!
Surrounding the City of York
