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.
Enjoy festive adventures everyday in York with Christmas shopping, sightseeing and seasonal treats across the city. For an easy and affordable way into the city, begin your Christmas visit with York Park & Ride.
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Must See & Do
Shambles Market
📍Shambles Market, York, YO1 8RY🗓️7 days a week, 9am - 5pmShambles Market is your ultimate destination for a diverse range of shopping needs. From exquisite quality gifts and fresh flowers to artisan crafts and stylish h…
York Minster
Discover one of the world’s most magnificent cathedrals, a masterpiece in stained glass and stone and a sacred space wh…
York Sightseeing Cruise: City Cruises
Sailing Daily from the City Centre! Uncover the history of our ancient city from a completely different perspective. Jo…
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 Park & Ride
With convenient sites around the city and regular buses into the centre, Park & Ride is a simple, great-value way t…
Shambles Food Court
📍 Shambles Food Court, York, YO1 8RY🗓️ Open 7 days a week, 9am to 5pmDiscover the Shambles Food Court nestled within th…
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…
Itineraries
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 …
Christmas in York: Festive Adventures Every Day
York is made for Christmas. Think twinkling medieval streets, festive window displays, in…
This is York: Where Stories Come To Life
Two thousand years of history, laid out before you.Stories of Vikings. Of railways. Of ev…
Green York: Plan a Sustainable Weekend
York has so much to offer for those wanting a sustainable trip away, from eco-conscious r…
Shopping in York: A Magical Christmas Experience
If you're looking for unique boutiques set in characterful buildings and high street shop…
Experiences
York Christmas Market 2026
📅 12 November – 21 December 2026🕥 10.30am – 7pm, Wednesday–Monday🎄 Closed Tuesdays for a weekly rest day📍 Parliament St…
Castle Howard, Abbeys & North Yorkshire
Highwayman Tours – Private Driven Tours of York & Yorkshire
Prices From £299.00
Spend an unhurried day among some of North Yorkshire’s finest historic places on a private driven tour from York, with …
Castles, Coasts & Gothic Legends
Highwayman Tours – Private Driven Tours of York & Yorkshire
Prices From £395.00
Swap the city for castle ruins, a clifftop abbey and a seaside village on a private, full-day driven tour from York for…
Traditional Afternoon Tea
Middlethorpe Hall & Spa
Prices From £40.00
Afternoon Tea at Middlethorpe is a long-lasting tradition enhanced by a luxury connection with Hoogly Tea. Hoogly is th…
York Festivals
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Christmas in York 2026
York Ice Trail 2027
Aesthetica Film Festival
Aesthetica Film Festival
What's on in York
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Chocolate Truffle Making Masterclass
York Cocoa Works
Chocolate Afternoon Tea in The Garden Room
The Garden Room
Our Blog
View all BlogsWhether you’re visiting York for the first time or you’ve lived here all your life, we’ve got something to inspire you.
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