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.
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.
University of York
Explore the campus of University of York during your visit to Heslington. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
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: Golden Tours Hop-on Hop-off Open Top Bus Tour- 24 Hours Ticket
York's Forbidden Chronicles- Terrors from the dark side.
Top hotels in Holgate
New Holgate
Lovely hotel 15 mins walk to the city centre. Great breakfast and spotless room. Would definitely stay again!
Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026
The Milner York
Good room and friendly staff. Annoying problem with flushing toilet was dealt with eventually.
Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026
Hampton by Hilton York Piccadilly
Couldn’t fault it. Clean room and nice breakfast selection.
Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026
Moxy York
Great hotel. Stayed here on a solo travel trip. Relaxing bar in the lobby and close to the main shopping/bar areas in York. Would stay here again.
Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026
Malmaison York
The riom was immaculate, the staff was friendly except for the overnight reception. Was disappointed that the spa was nit open as that was the reason i booked. The restaurant was exceptional except for breakfast.
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026
Delta Hotels by Marriott York
Lovely staff, great room and location
Reviewed on 31 Jan 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 Micklegate Bar 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 York Theatre Royal.
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.
