Fishergate Travel Guide
York
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Popular places to visit
York Barbican
Enjoy a show at York Barbican, a theatre with a story to tell in York. Make time for the shops and local tours in this walkable area.
York Minster
The city’s emblem is known for its superb stained-glass windows, underground treasure chambers and tall tower with spectacular views.
Shambles
This picturesque cobblestone street has a fascinating medieval history and crooked buildings that appear to almost fall into one another.
York Racecourse
You can take time to visit York Racecourse during your travels to York. Visit the shops and lively bars in this family-friendly area.
University of York
Explore the campus of University of York during your visit to Heslington. Discover the lively bars and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
Castle Howard
You can find out about the history of Henderskelfe with a stop at Castle Howard. Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this quaint area.
Things to do
City Sightseeing York Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
York: Witches and History Old Town Walking Tour
Nth York Moors Steam Train (incl) & Whitby Small Group Day Trip.
From York: North Moors and Whitby Tour
York: "All Creatures Great and Small" Yorkshire Dales Tour
York Witches and History Walking Tour
Top hotels in Fishergate
Novotel York Centre
Crowded pool - murky water. Poor breakfast.
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
The Lighthorseman
Good location for the city centre
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Radisson Hotel York
Very convenient location. Onsite parking is a big advantage. Clean rooms and public areas. Nice, quality breakfast.
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
The Milner York
An historic York hotel, fully modernised with real character and conveniently close to city centre.
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Hampton by Hilton York Piccadilly
Everything was gud
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Malmaison York
Breakfast was lovely
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Fishergate
Foss Islands
Though Foss Islands may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like York Barbican and Merchant Adventurers' Hall.
South Bank
While South Bank isn't home to many top sights, York Racecourse and Bar Convent Museum are some notable places to visit nearby.
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.
Hull Road
Hull Road might not have many top sights, but York Barbican and Walmgate Bar are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Layerthorpe
When in Layerthorpe, you can plan a visit to Merchant Taylors' Hall and Merchant Adventurers' Hall, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
