Clifton Travel Guide
York
Popular places to visit
Shambles
This picturesque cobblestone street has a fascinating medieval history and crooked buildings that appear to almost fall into one another.
York Minster
The city’s emblem is known for its superb stained-glass windows, underground treasure chambers and tall tower with spectacular views.
York Racecourse
You can take time to visit York Racecourse during your travels to York. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this romantic area.
Jorvik Viking Centre
Imagine yourself as a Viking in this museum that allows you to dig up Norse artifacts and witness reenactments, while you learn about York’s Scandinavian settlers.
York St. John University
Explore the campus of York St. John University as part of your travels around York. Discover the area's shops or seek out its local tours.
York City Walls
See some of York’s most impressive sights on a walk around the historic perimeter wall that has its origins in the Roman era.
Things to do
City Sightseeing York Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
York: Witches and History Old Town Walking Tour
From York: North Moors and Whitby Tour
York Witches and History Walking Tour
York Audio Tour: Ghosts, History, and Chocolate
York: Golden Tours Hop-on Hop-off Open Top Bus Tour- 24 Hours Ticket
Top hotels in Clifton
The Churchill Hotel
Wonderful theme of Churchill reflected all around, even in the bar. Great location. Room good enough but bathroom was not great - tiny corner unit, toilet weak to flush, shower not staying in place etc. Having said that, it's an old heritage hotel so something to accept. Great bar food and nice they ...
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Clementine's Guest House
Room was super and staff amazing
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
B+B York
The room was nice, breakfast had a good variety of different options, the hotel was in nice safe and quiet location.
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
St Mary's Guest House
Very friendly staff and comfortable room!
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Burton Stone Inn
Great room and friendly staff
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
The Milner York
Excellent hotel. Room was fine, didn’t put 5 star because there was a loud electric buzzing sound going all night in the room but good stay other than that
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Clifton
Bootham
While visiting Bootham, you might make a stop by sights like York Theatre Royal and St. Mary's Abbey.
The Groves
If you're spending some time in The Groves, Clarence Gardens and Yearsley Pool are top sights worth seeing.
City Centre
If you're spending some time in City Centre, Merchant Adventurers' Hall and Shambles are top sights worth seeing.
Bishophill
If you're spending some time in Bishophill, Micklegate Bar and Yorvik Brass Rubbing Centre are top sights worth seeing.
Holgate
While visiting Holgate, you might make a stop by sights like National Railway Museum and York Cold War Bunker.
Layerthorpe
When in Layerthorpe, you can plan a visit to Merchant Taylors' Hall and Monk Bar, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
