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.
York has always been haunted. But this autumn, things are getting a little out of hand. Brave ghost walks, uncover dark history and explore York’s atmospheric streets before recovering with great food, cosy pubs, shopping and seasonal treats. Plan your visit to Haunted York this autumn, if you dare.
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Must See & Do
The Visit York Pass
York In The Palm Of Your HandThe Visit York Pass is an added value sightseeing card giving you the flexibility to visit top attractions in the city and beyond! Pick a pass duration that matches your visit and simply sho…
Shambles Food Court
Discover the Shambles Food Court nestled within the renowned Shambles Market, steeped in historical charm. Indulge in t…
Shambles Market
Shambles Market is your ultimate destination for a diverse range of shopping needs. From exquisite quality gifts and fr…
York Park & Ride
With convenient sites around the city and regular buses into the centre, Park & Ride is a simple, great-value way t…
Visit York Visitor 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…
York Sightseeing Cruise: City Cruises
Sailing Daily from the City Centre! Uncover the history of our ancient city from a completely different perspective. Jo…
York Minster
Discover one of the world’s most magnificent cathedrals, a masterpiece in stained glass and stone and a sacred space wh…
Itineraries
Christmas in York: Festive Adventures Every Day
York is made for Christmas. Think twinkling medieval streets, festive window displays, in…
Hidden Gems of York
Step off the beaten track and delve deeper into the city’s ancient past to uncover some o…
Must See & Do in York
Don't miss out on the opportunity to experience the beauty and charm of our amazing city …
Starring York: Epic Adventure
Follow in the footsteps of wizards, spies, knights and explorers. From Tom Cruise’s Missi…
Accessible Adventures in the North York Moors National Park
Join accessibility advocate and content creator, Life of Pippa, on unforgettable adventur…
Starring York: Dark Horrors
Beneath the beauty lies the Gothic. Stand among the ruins of Whitby Abbey, the birthplace…
Experiences
York Christmas Market 2026
📅 12 November – 21 December 2026🕥 10.30am – 7pm, Wednesday–Monday🎄 Closed Tuesdays for a weekly rest day📍 Parliament St…
Gin & Chocolate Tasting Tour
York's Chocolate Story
Prices From £40.00
Sip, Savour & Explore!Indulge in a one-of-a-kind evening experience at York’s Chocolate Story, where two of life’s …
The Cookery School at The Grand, York
The Cookery School at The Grand, York
Prices From £85.00
Based in York’s finest hotel, The Cookery School at The Grand, York offers classes for all skill levels. The expert tut…
Dog Day At The Puzzling World of Professor Kettle…
The Puzzling World of Professor Kettlestring
Prices From £9.50
During selected Dog Day sessions, well-behaved dogs are invited to join their owners for a visit to The Puzzling World …
York Festivals
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Haunted York: The Intervention
Christmas in York 2026
York Ice Trail 2027
What's on in York
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Sugar, Skill and Shiftwork: York’s Confectionery …
York Castle Museum
Handel's Messiah - 150th Anniversary Concert
York Musical Society
An Evening with Spark of the Everflame's Penn Cole
Topping & Company Booksellers
Wizard Walk of York - WINNER Best Tour 2026
Wizard Walk of York - WINNER Best Tour 2026
Our Blog
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