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| York Races | York Racecourse stages monthly meetings starting in May and finishing in October, and has affordable entry for anyone who fancies a flutter! This year's famous Ebor Festival takes place in August, with York's oldest, richest and fastest races set to run over four days of fun and excitement. | The official York Racecourse website. www.yorkracecourse.co.uk |
The York Minster | Both a Minster and a Cathedral, York Minster is one of the most famous and beloved buildings in the city. Boasting 14th and 15th Century stained glass, the largest cathedral library in the country, as well as a dedicated stoneyard and a shop, York Minster provides a fascinating experience for visitors of all denominations. Whilst the Tower may not be for the faint-hearted the views are stunning! For those that wish to keep their feet on the ground a visit to the undercroft and crypt is a must, as is a trip to the Chapter House. Make sure that you make plenty of time for this awe-inspiring building, which serves as a historical central point for York whilst still being a working Minster. |
Visit the www.yorkminster.org site for details. |
| The York Dungeon | Delve into the gory history of York with a trip to the Dungeons, where you'll find a unique feast of fun with history's horrible bits thrown in! Incorporating live actors, shows and special effects, York Dungeon will transport you back to those black, bleak times. May not be suitable for those of a nervous disposition! | |
| Jorvik | Come face-to-face with the Vikings on the very site where archaeologists discovered the remains of the place they once called home! The Jorvik Viking Centre is based on archaeological evidence unearthed during excavations by York Archaeological Trust. Discover what life was really like over 1000 years ago, meet the Viking residents, see over 800 items uncovered on-site and take a journey through a reconstruction of actual Viking-Age streets. |
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| National Railway Museum | This museum is well worth a visit regardless of your feelings on trains! With fascinating exhibitions and a massive collection of trains from past and present, as well as interactive displays, information points and a coffee shop, the National Railway Museum is a great day out for everyone. Make sure you don't miss the NRM road train, which travels regularly from the museum to York Minster. | |
| York Castle Museum | Wander through the streets of bygone Britain and witness the original story of everyday life. Experience life as a Victorian, walk down cobbled streets and explore the shops that would have provided our ancestors with their necessities. Take a journey through four hundred years of life in Britain, from parlours to prisons, marriages to the mill house. Discover a city at war and stumble into an underworld of highwaymen. The York Castle Museum is a highly recommended experience! |
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| Yorkshire Museum | A fascinating museum proudly standing in the museum gardens. Discover some of the world’s greatest and most beautiful archaeological finds, including a host of Roman, Viking and Medieval riches. Unearth the remains of creatures that have lain buried for 200 million years before returning to the present and viewing the work of some of Britain’s greatest 20th century potters. The Yorkshire Museum regularly holds special exhibits, see their website for details of current and future exhibits. | |
| Museum Gardens | A beautiful ten-acre botanical garden in the heart of York. Wander through the gardens and you will find the stunning ruins of the 13th century St. Mary’s Abbey, the splendid 14th century Hospitium and a wonderfully preserved section of York’s Roman fortress, the Multangular Tower. You can also walk through the medieval wall (attached at this point to the Roman Tower) and discover the remains of St Leonard's Hospital, the largest medieval hospital in England. The remains also contain some of the museum's Roman and Medieval stonework collections. | Located behind the City Library near Lendal Bridge, see 'thisisyork' information page |
| Merchant Adventurers' Hall | The Merchant Adventurers' Hall in York was constructed between 1357 and 1361, and is the finest building of its date and type in Europe. Visitors to the Hall will marvel at the splendour of the Great Hall, where business was conducted, courts were held and social events were attended. They will also learn about medieval hospitals when they visit the Hall's Undercroft and discover more about the religious practices of the time by viewing the Chapel. Visitors will be further delighted to find that the Hall boasts fine collections of paintings, furniture and silver, all of which are on display to the public. The Hall is surrounded by gardens through which visitors are welcome to stroll. | |
| Fairfax House | Fairfax House is perhaps the finest 18th century house in the North of England. It was designed by John Carr of York, and typifies the best of mid-18th century Rococo decoration. The house is furnished with the late Noel Terry’s superb collection of Georgian furniture. | |
| Barley Hall | Barley Hall is a unique survivor in York, a city of wonderful buildings. Barley Hall is a medieval building in the centre of the city, forgotten until a few years ago, concealed beneath the relatively modern facade of a derelict office block. Only when the building was going to be destroyed was Barley Hall discovered! A stunning surviving example of a medieval town house, once home to the the Priors of Nostell, later to become the town house of its best known inhabitant, Alderman William Snawsell, goldsmith and later still the Mayor of York, Barley Hall has been lovingly restored to its original splendour. Replicating the decoration that would have been in place during the Snawsell occupation, visitors to Barley Hall can make themselves at home, sit in the chairs and handle the objects in order to experience a glimpse into life in Medieval England. |
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| Treasurer's House | Treasurer's House is an elegant town house with an extensive history that spans 2,000 years. Originally home to the treasurers of York Minster, Treasurer's House was built over a Roman road, which has lead to stories of ghostly sightings! Nestled behind the Minster, Treasurer's House boasts size, splendour and contents that are a constant surprise to visitors. The house was carefully restored and presented with 16th and 20th century decoration by wealthy local Victorian industrialist Frank Green. |
Treasurer's House Minster Yard York Tel 01904 624247 No dedicated web site, see Treasurer's house on the National Trust site |
| Clifford's Tower | The 'keep' of the city's Castle, with stunning views from the top. The keep was the Castle's stronghold and has seen many turbulent times and events since its inception in the 13th Century. Visitors should be aware that reaching the tower involves a steep climb up the original motte! | 'The Eye of York' Next to the Castle Museum Tel 01904 646940 No dedicated web site, search for Clifford's Tower on the English Heritage site |
| YorkBoat | One of York's premier attractions, take in the city from a completely different perspective with a cruise down the Ouse! Daytime and evening boats run frequently, and don't miss the famous YorkBoat Ghost Cruise or the delightful floodlit evening cruise. | King's Staith and Lendal Bridge www.yorkboat.co.uk |
| Brewery Tour | York's friendly and independent brewery, where beer is brewed using traditional methods. There are three York brewery pubs in York which are also well worth a visit, see the information guides for further details. |
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| The Viking Walk | A fascinating tour of York exploring both past and present. Who were the Vikings? Why did they come to York? Where did they go? These questions and many more will be answered on this interesting and exciting walk. No booking necessary. | Exhibition Square 8.15pm Monday to Saturday only. No web site |
| Walking tour of York | An excellent walking tour in which visitors will learn about and explore the historic city of York. No booking necessary. | Exhibition Square. 10.15am additional tours 2.15pm No web site. |
| Original Ghost Walk of York | The first exclusive Ghost Walk in the world! The Original Ghose Walk of York is a factually accurate tour of one of the most haunted areas of the city. The walk is very atmospheric, historically correct and explores areas of York that one might not usually discover! | King's Arms Pub below Ouse Bridge (the pub that floods!) No need to book. No web site. |
| York City Tour Bus | York City Tour Buses run very regularly from Exhibition Square every day of the week, and one can hop on and off at any stop. A fantastic introduction to the city of York and its sights | Various hop on hop off stops around York. No web site. |
| The Shambles | York's historic medieval street is home to a wealth of shops, cafés, restaurants and tourist attractions. Voted Britain's Most Picturesque Street 2010, The Shambles is the best preserved medieval street in Europe and an absolute must for any visitor to the city! | . No web site. |
| York Theatres | York is home to a number of theatres, including the Theatre Royal and The Grand Opera House. Further details can be found in the information provided by Bootham Park Guest House, or at the following sites | www.yorktheatreroyal.co.uk |
| Shopping | From unique boutiques to high-end department stores, York has something for everyone! Be sure to have a wander round Fenwicks, Browns and the many art shops, or hop on one of the frequent park-and-ride buses around the city to take in the fantastic Shopping Centres conveniently located on the city outskirts. | No web site. |