Holgate Travel Guide
York
Popular places to visit
National Railway Museum
You can browse the exhibits at National Railway Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to York. Discover the fascinating museums in this walkable area or seek out the local tours.
Holgate Windmill
After visiting Holgate Windmill, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in York. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this romantic 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.
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 relaxing 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.
Nidderdale Driving Self-Guided Tour with an APP
From York: North Moors and Whitby Tour
Top hotels in Holgate
New Holgate
"We were expecting something special for the £175 we paid for this “deluxe” double. We were very disappointed to be given a ground floor, small double. This was next to the front door and on the fairly busy road. Disturbed by a drunken hen party knocking on the door as they couldn’t be bothered to ..."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Malmaison York
"Room was poorly maintained with bits hanging off the wall/missing and ac didn’t work. Breakfast and the sky bar were a joke and poor quality"
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Radisson Hotel York
"A one night stay over for us and really happy with the hotel. We had the most amazing view across the river towards the city and Minster. Great location and bonus to have parking next door! Would definitely stay again!"
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
The Milner York
"Rooms were spotless, staff go above and beyond to be polite, respectful, positive and very help. Breakfast buffet was good and the bar area was perfect for relaxing. We will return."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Hampton by Hilton York Piccadilly
"Good hotel for a ***. Clean, quiet, even had an iron in the room! Breakfast had a good choice, not too fancy, but more than enough for any diet. Great location too, close to everything in town. Would stay there again"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Delta Hotels by Marriott York
"Rooms were excessively hot, fan provided but still boiling all night. Some sort of fan system in the room but didn’t seem to provide any cool air and was very noisy"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Holgate
Bishophill
If you're spending some time in Bishophill, Micklegate Bar and Yorvik Brass Rubbing Centre are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Bootham
While visiting Bootham, you might make a stop by sights like York Theatre Royal and St. Mary's Abbey.
Clifton
Though Clifton may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like St. Mary's Abbey and Yorkshire Museum.
City Centre
If you're spending some time in City Centre, Merchant Adventurers' Hall and Shambles are top sights worth seeing.
The Groves
If you're spending some time in The Groves, Clarence Gardens and Yearsley Pool are top sights worth seeing.
