City Centre
York
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Popular places to visit
Shambles
This picturesque cobblestone street has a fascinating medieval history and crooked buildings that appear to almost fall into one another.
York Minster
The city’s emblem is known for its superb stained-glass windows, underground treasure chambers and tall tower with spectacular views.
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 Christmas Market
During your visit to York, you can search for that perfect souvenir at York Christmas Market. Discover the area's fascinating museums, or seek out its local tours.
York Grand Opera House
Get tickets for a show at York Grand Opera House, a theater with a story to tell in York. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this walkable area.
City Centre Hotel Deals
Hampton by Hilton York Piccadilly
Nice clean room, great breakfast and service.
Reviewed on Feb 9, 2026
Moxy York
Great location and best breakfast since being vegan, everything clearly labelled and lots of options!
Reviewed on Feb 2, 2026
Hilton York
Great hotel, clean, comfortable rooms, helpful staff, valet parking was great, hand over the car on arrival and walk everywhere. Fantastic location 3 - 4 min walk to the shambles, excellent restaurants and quaint bars & pubs and just 2 mins from the jordvik center. Would definitely stay again
Reviewed on Feb 7, 2026
Hotel Indigo York by IHG
Clean room and helpful staff
Reviewed on Feb 9, 2026
Holiday Inn York City Centre by IHG
One of the best if not the best rooms i have ever stayed in. It was so clean. The temperature was just right and such a comfortable bed.
Reviewed on Feb 5, 2026
Impossible Motel
Nice room. Quirky
Reviewed on Jan 25, 2026
Other neighborhoods around City Centre
Bishophill
While visiting Bishophill, you might make a stop by sights like Micklegate Bar and Yorvik Brass Rubbing Centre.
Bootham
While visiting Bootham, you might make a stop by sights like York Theatre Royal and St. Mary's Abbey.
Foss Islands
While Foss Islands isn't home to many top sights, York Barbican and Merchant Adventurers' Hall are some notable places to visit nearby.
Layerthorpe
Layerthorpe might not have many top sights, but Monk Bar and Treasurer's House are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
The Groves
If you're spending some time in The Groves, Clarence Gardens and Yearsley Pool are top sights worth seeing.
South Bank
When in South Bank, you can plan a visit to York Racecourse and Micklegate Bar, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
