A city where ancient walls surround incredible local businesses, attractions, shops, accommodation and eateries, with exciting events every day and inspiring festivals every month of the year.
Perfectly placed half-way between London and Edinburgh and with the glorious Yorkshire Dales, North York Moors and Wolds right on the doorstep, York is unlike any other English city. There’s thirty world-class museums you can explore, the best racecourse in the country and a thriving cultural scene.
Enjoy York's Christmas cheer as shops and attractions are beautifully decorated and provide a wonderful winter experience, with an incredible range of festive events! York's award-winning Christmas Market is back from 14th November to 22nd December 2024, bringing festive cheer to the heart of the city.
Stay | Things to Do | What's On | Eat & Drink | Shopping | Beyond York
Plan your Visit
#LoveYork
Loading entries...
Must See & Do
Shambles Market
Shambles Market is your ultimate destination for a diverse range of shopping needs. From exquisite quality gifts and fresh flowers to artisan crafts and stylish handbags, Shambles Market offers a delightful variety of c…
Visit York Information Centre & Gift Shop
Welcome to York, a city steeped in history, culture, and charm. Before you embark on your exploration, make sure to dro…
Shambles Food Court
Discover the Shambles Food Court nestled within the renowned Shambles Market, steeped in historical charm. Indulge in t…
The Visit York Pass
The Visit York Pass is an added value sightseeing card giving you the flexibility to visit top attractions in the city …
National Railway Museum
Visit the National Railway Museum for a day out like no other! Not only do we have icons of the railway and thousands …
City Cruises York - Sightseeing Cruises
Enjoy York's No. 1 sightseeing tour; an entertaining and informative cruise on the River Ouse! Min. 45-Minute Sightseei…
JORVIK Viking Centre
Discover the Original Viking Encounter at JORVIK Viking Centre! With its world-famous ride taking visitors around the s…
North York Moors National Park
The North York Moors National Park is one of the UK’s most extraordinary places, established in 1952 the 554 square mil…
York Minster
Discover one of the world’s most magnificent cathedrals, a masterpiece in stained glass and stone and a sacred space wh…
Itineraries
Must See & Do in York
If you're only in York for a short time, make sure to visit the must-see attractions that…
Visit York Tourism Awards 2024: Winners
On Thursday 14th March 2024, the winners of the Visit York Tourism Awards were revealed a…
Discover York Minster
Check out all the reasons to visit York Minster - from the medieval Chapter House to the …
Hidden Gems of York
Step off the beaten track and delve deeper into the city’s ancient past to uncover some o…
York Festivals
View all Festivals
York Christmas Market 2024
The Christmas Festival at The Web Adventure Park 2024
Web Adventure Park
