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Walmgate Bar, York Looking west from Jenny's Fish & Chips on the corner of Lawrence Street. The gate or 'bar' in York's city walls still has its original 12th century archway with portcullis and 15th century wooden gates (the archway on the right of the picture is more modern). The 14th century barbican protruding from the front would once have spanned a water-filled ditch and worked by trapping attackers in deadly crossfire between two sets of gates. Walmgate Bar was leased out as a house from 1376 right up until 1957.
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Walmgate Bar, York Looking west from Jenny's Fish & Chips on the corner of Lawrence Street. The gate or 'bar' in York's city walls still has its original 12th century archway with portcullis and 15th century wooden gates (the archway on the right of the picture is more modern). The 14th century barbican protruding from the front would once have spanned a water-filled ditch and worked by trapping attackers in deadly crossfire between two sets of gates. Walmgate Bar was leased out as a house from 1376 right up until 1957.
Photo by Paul Glazzard (Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0)
St Lawrence old tower The medieval church of St Lawrence has entirely gone except for its tower which has a Norman doorway, 13th century windows above and a 15th century top. The little tower is dwarfed by the huge Victorian church behind.

Popular places to visit

Shambles which includes street scenes and heritage architecture

Shambles

4.5/5(146 reviews)

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

Shambles
York Minster featuring religious aspects, a church or cathedral and a square or plaza

York Minster

5/5(156 reviews)

The city’s emblem is known for its superb stained-glass windows, underground treasure chambers and tall tower with spectacular views.

York Minster
a little night time photo shot at York Racecourse

York Racecourse

5/5(4 reviews)

You can take time to visit York Racecourse during your travels to York. Check out the shops and lively bars in this family-friendly area.

York Racecourse
A view from the atlas fountain across to Castle Howard, a beautiful stately home to visit in Yorkshire. Made famous from the television series ‘Brideshead Revisited’

Castle Howard

4.5/5(15 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Henderskelfe with a visit to Castle Howard. Check out the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.

Castle Howard
Walmgate Bar in York

York Barbican

4/5(7 reviews)

Enjoy a show at York Barbican, a theater with a story to tell in York. Make time for the shops and local tours in this walkable area.

York Barbican
The sun setting over a wintery day on the Heslington East campus at the University of York #goldenhour

University of York

4.5/5(5 reviews)

Enjoy the collegiate vibe at University of York during your stay in Heslington. Discover the lively bars and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

University of York

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The Waggon & Horses

The Waggon & Horses

3 out of 5
19 Lawrence Street York England
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The price is ₩217,052 per night from Feb 15 to Feb 16
₩217,052
₩217,052 total
Feb 15 - Feb 16
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Stay at this inn in York. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge), and a bar/lounge. Popular attractions Shambles and York Christmas Market are located ...
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Very friendly people, comfortable rooms and good facilities, the breakfast was amazing and great service, keep up the good work, highly recommend.

Reviewed on Oct 31, 2021

The Waggon & Horses
The Milner York

The Milner York

4 out of 5
Station Road York England
The price is ₩137,183 per night from Feb 22 to Feb 23
₩137,183
₩164,620 total
Feb 22 - Feb 23
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Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in York. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,712 reviews)
The staff were very friendly and extremely helpful, especially the ladies on reception and the housekeeping staff. The room was excellent, very clean and comfortable

Reviewed on Feb 11, 2026

The Milner York
Hampton by Hilton York Piccadilly

Hampton by Hilton York Piccadilly

3 out of 5
46-50 Piccadilly York England
The price is ₩112,845 per night from Feb 23 to Feb 24
₩112,845
₩135,414 total
Feb 23 - Feb 24
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Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in York. Enjoy free breakfast, a fitness center, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,537 reviews)
Nice clean room, great breakfast and service.

Reviewed on Feb 9, 2026

Hampton by Hilton York Piccadilly
Moxy York

Moxy York

3.5 out of 5
Black Horse Lane York England
The price is ₩113,459 per night from Mar 8 to Mar 9
₩113,459
₩136,151 total
Mar 8 - Mar 9
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Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in York. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
Great location and best breakfast since being vegan, everything clearly labelled and lots of options!

Reviewed on Feb 2, 2026

Moxy York
Malmaison York

Malmaison York

4 out of 5
2 ROUGIER STREET York England
The price is ₩145,031 per night from Mar 1 to Mar 2
₩145,031
₩174,037 total
Mar 1 - Mar 2
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Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in York. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,306 reviews)
Nice room, good location

Reviewed on Feb 7, 2026

Malmaison York
Delta Hotels by Marriott York

Delta Hotels by Marriott York

4 out of 5
Tadcaster Road York England
The price is ₩102,888 per night from Feb 22 to Feb 23
₩102,888
₩123,466 total
Feb 22 - Feb 23
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Book a stay at this spa hotel in York. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (666 reviews)
Large rooms Clean Everything extra in there Pool nice and warm Amazing breakfast

Reviewed on Feb 10, 2026

Delta Hotels by Marriott York
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Other neighborhoods around Foss Islands

Glen Gardens, York Glen Gardens is a small, traditional park in the suburb of Heworth. It boasts two bowling greens, tennis courts and rose gardens, and appears to be relatively free of vandalism.

Layerthorpe

Layerthorpe might not have many top sights, but Monk Bar and Treasurer's House are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Layerthorpe
York Minster

City Centre

If you're spending some time in City Centre, Merchant Adventurers' Hall and Shambles are top sights worth seeing.

City Centre
Tang Hall Park Osbaldwick beck runs along the side of Tang Hall Park. The park itself runs between Tang Hall Lane and Melrosegate.

Hull Road

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Hull Road and surrounding area, you can visit York Barbican and Walmgate Bar.

Hull Road
The Millennium Bridge spans the River Ouse to the south of York, linking Hospital Fields Road and Maple Grove in Fulford with Butcher Terrace on the South Bank

Fishergate

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

Fishergate
Beautiful York

The Groves

If you're spending some time in The Groves, Clarence Gardens and Yearsley Pool are top sights worth seeing.

The Groves
Aerial view of York minster in England

Bishophill

While visiting Bishophill, you might make a stop by sights like Micklegate Bar and Yorvik Brass Rubbing Centre.

Bishophill

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